Smadav Antivirus is one of the popular security software in Indonesia. Developed specifically for additional protection on computers, Smadav helps secure the system from various threats, especially those coming from USB or other external devices. Although Smadav is effective in protecting devices from local viruses, there are times when users feel the need to disable this antivirus, for example to install certain programs that cannot run properly when Smadav is active, or when they want to use other main antiviruses.

However, before disabling Smadav antivirus, it is important to understand the security risks that may arise. Disabling antivirus can open up opportunities for viruses or malware to enter your computer. Make sure to only disable Smadav temporarily and reactivate it after certain needs are complete.

Here’s how to disable Smadav with safe and easy steps.

1. Temporarily Disabling Smadav Through the Icon in the System Tray

The fastest way to disable Smadav is through the Smadav icon that appears in the system tray at the bottom right of the screen. Here are the steps:

• Step 1: Look for the Smadav icon in the system tray. Usually, this icon is shaped like the letter “S” in green or the typical Smadav logo.
• Step 2: Right-click on the Smadav icon. Several options will appear.
• Step 3: Select the “Disable Protection” or “Disable Protection” option. By selecting this option, Smadav will stop working temporarily and will not run automatic scans or protection.
• Step 4: You will see a confirmation message or notification that protection has been disabled.

If Smadav has been disabled, usually the icon in the system tray will change to gray or a certain sign indicating that protection is inactive.

2. Disabling Smadav from the Main Application

If you don’t find the option to disable Smadav in the system tray, you can also disable it directly from the main Smadav application. Here’s how to disable it:

• Step 1: Open the Smadav application on your computer. You can do this by searching for it in the Start menu or typing “Smadav” in the search field.

• Step 2: After the application is open, select the “Proteksi” or “Protection” menu which is usually located in the main menu of the application.

• Step 3: In the Protection menu, look for the option to disable protection or to disable certain features that are currently active.

• Step 4: Click “Disable Active Protection” or “Disable Active Protection”.

After protection is disabled from within the application, Smadav will stop scanning automatically. You can do other activities that require Smadav to be inactive.

3. Disabling Smadav Through Automatic Startup Settings

If you want Smadav to not be active every time the computer is turned on, you can set Smadav not to run automatically at startup. This step will prevent Smadav from being active immediately when the computer is turned on.

• Step 1: Open the Smadav application and go to the settings or “Settings”.
• Step 2: Look for the option that sets Smadav to run automatically at computer startup.
• Step 3: Disable or uncheck the “Run Smadav at Windows Startup” or “Run Smadav at Windows Startup” option.
• Step 4: Save these settings and restart your computer if necessary.

With this setting, Smadav will not be active immediately every time you turn on your computer, and you must open it manually if you want to use it.

4. Reactivating Smadav After Disabling

After completing activities that require Smadav to be disabled, it is very important to reactivate this antivirus to keep your computer safe. You can activate Smadav by following the steps explained previously and selecting the “Activate Protection” or “Enable Protection” option.

Here are the steps:

• Step 1: If you disable it via the system tray, simply right-click the Smadav icon in the system tray again and select “Activate Protection”.
• Step 2: If you disable it via the application, open the Smadav application and select the option to reactivate protection.

Make sure you always reactivate Smadav to avoid the risk of virus infection on your device.

5. Risks to Consider When Disabling Antivirus

Disabling Smadav antivirus is sometimes necessary, but there are some risks to keep in mind. Here are some things you need to consider:

• Vulnerable to Malware Attacks: When antivirus is not active, your computer becomes more vulnerable to malware and virus infections. Especially if you frequently use the internet or connect USB devices.
• Phishing Risk: Without antivirus protection, the risk of phishing attacks is higher. Antiviruses often have features that can recognize and block malicious sites, so your computer is safer when protection is active.
• Potential Performance Decreased: Some viruses not only infect data, but also affect computer performance. Disabling antivirus opens up opportunities for viruses that can slow down system performance.

Therefore, if you don’t really need it, it’s better to avoid disabling antivirus for too long.

6. Another Alternative: Adding Programs to the Exception List

If the reason you disable Smadav is because certain applications cannot run properly, consider adding the application to the exclusions list in Smadav. That way, you don’t need to disable protection entirely.

• Step 1: Open the Smadav application.
• Step 2: Look for the “Settings” menu.
• Step 3: Look for the “Exclusions” option and add the applications you want to exclude so that Smadav does not scan the application.

With this step, Smadav remains active and your applications can run without being disturbed.

Conclusion

Disabling Smadav antivirus can be done in several ways, either through the system tray, main application, or startup settings. Although Smadav can be disabled temporarily, it is important to consider the security risks that come with it. It is better to only disable the antivirus for a short period of time and reactivate it when finished. If the reason for disabling is incompatibility with a particular application, consider adding the application to the exception list so that Smadav can continue to protect your computer from unwanted threats.

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