Are you running into that frustrating “Permission denied. Please check your firewall Settings and ensure that IDM has permits to access the Internet.” error with IDM (Internet Download Manager)? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, and fixing it is usually a quick process!
This error pops up often when you’ve just installed IDM on your Windows PC, and for some reason, your Windows Firewall isn’t giving it the green light to connect to the internet. To get IDM working smoothly again, you just need to tell your firewall that it’s okay for IDM to access the network.
Here’s how you can quickly resolve the IDM firewall permission denied error:
Fixing the IDM Firewall Permission Denied Error
Follow these steps to allow IDM through your Windows Firewall:
1. Open the Search Bar: Press the Windows key + S on your keyboard to bring up the Windows search bar.
2. Search for Firewall Settings: Type “allow an app through Windows Firewall” into the search bar. Then, click on “Allow an app through Windows Firewall” from the search results.
3. Change Settings: In the “Allowed Apps” window, click the “Change settings” button. You might need administrator privileges for this step, so be ready to confirm if prompted.
4. Look for Internet Download Manager: Scroll through the list of applications. See if “Internet Download Manager” is already listed there.
5. If IDM is Not Listed, Add It: If you don’t see IDM in the list, click on the “Allow another app…” button at the bottom right.
6. Browse to IDM’s Location: Click the “Browse…” button. Navigate to where IDM is installed on your computer. Usually, you’ll find it in:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Download Manager
7. Select IDMan.exe: Inside the “Internet Download Manager” folder, find and select “IDMan.exe” (this is the main executable file for IDM). Then click “Open.”
8. Add IDM to the List: Click “Add” to include IDM in your list of allowed applications.
9. Enable Private and Public Networks: Once IDM appears in the list, make sure both the “Private” and “Public” checkboxes next to “Internet Download Manager” are checked. This ensures IDM can connect whether you’re on your home network or a public Wi-Fi.
10. Save Changes: Finally, click “OK” to save all your changes and close the Windows Defender Firewall window.
That’s all there is to it! You’ve successfully configured your Windows Firewall to allow IDM to access the internet. Now, IDM should be able to download without any more firewall-related hiccups, letting you enjoy seamless downloads.
Just a quick friendly reminder: while allowing trusted applications like IDM through your firewall is necessary, always be careful about what programs you grant access to. Keeping your firewall settings updated and only allowing known, legitimate applications helps keep your system secure.