Troubleshooting Guide: How to Unblock File Downloads on Mediafire

If you’re frustrated by the “This file came from another computer and may have been blocked to protect this computer” warning message on Windows computers, you’re not alone. The warning may appear when you try to open a file that you downloaded from the Internet. It can generate a decent amount of frustration due to the way it’s implemented.

If you right-click an individual file and select Properties, you can see the Security section at the bottom of the window.

How do I stop Chrome from blocking downloads?

If you delete the cookies associated with a website, any previous settings stored by Chrome will be deleted, so Chrome will not apply the previous settings to block downloads from the website.

Step 1: Open the Chrome browser.

How to Unblock Downloads in Google Chrome on iPhone

If you’re Team iOS and want to unblock downloads on an iPhone or iPad, you can follow the same steps as for Android devices. The only difference might be where the download unlock button is located.

For example, if you want to change your website settings and enable automatic downloads, you will find the “More” button in the upper right corner of the screen. Permissions are found in Content Settings.

If the file is locked

• Visit the download folder on your computer. If you have changed the default location of the Downloads folder, visit that specific folder.
• Locate the downloaded file and right click on it.
• Visit properties.
• Several tabs are displayed in the “Properties” area. Open the General tab.
• There will be a section for attributes and security. Check the option that says Unlock.
• Now click OK or Apply.

If you cannot see the unlock option, it means that it is not blocked by your operating system. If so, there may be a problem with the downloaded file.

Why does Windows 11 crash?

When you download a file or visit a website, most modern browsers and security software check for security. If the software or website is known to cause problems, including virus spread and system control, it will be blocked.

So before you proceed, first make sure that what you are downloading is safe. Check if you misspelled the name of the website or if the source of the file is unreliable. Clicked on a link in an untrustworthy email?