How to turn OFF Trend Micro Security on Windows

LAST UPDATED: MAY 08, 2021

Learn how you can disable your Trend Micro program without uninstalling it.

Right-click the Trend Micro icon in the taskbar notification area, and then select Exit.
If you cannot see it, click the Show hidden icons arrow ^ next to the notification area.
Wait for the icon to disappear.

To turn it back ON, double-click the Trend Micro icon icon on your desktop.

You need to check if Trend Micro is causing an issue on your computer. However, your computer will be vulnerable from threats.

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