The update keeps failing

Why is Windows Defender flagging our program?

Windows Defender flags our program because it’s not digitally signed and was compiled in a way that can trigger false alarms. Rest assured, the software is safe to use. You can restore it without worry. Please follow the steps below.

Make sure you are allowing admin privileges when the auto-updater launches

If you have a VPN on try turning it off and restarting DogWifTools

Make sure you have enough space on your hard drive

First open Windows Security/Defender

Allow any false threats relating to build.exe

Go to Protection History and restore build.exe

Restart DogWifTools

If the steps above did not work follow the steps below:

For steps 1-3 below you can watch this VIDEO

Press Windows Key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box

In the Run dialog, type %temp% and press Enter or click OK

Delete the files in the temp folder

Restart your pc

Open Windows Security

Go to Virus & threat protection, then Manage Settings

Temporarily disable Real-Time Protection

Allow any false threats relating to build.exe and/or DogWifTools.exe

Go to Protection History and restore build.exe and/or DogWifTools.exe

Restart DogWifTools

Remember to turn Real-Time Protection back on after completing these steps

Updated on: 04/12/2024