Do you get a “Jy sal 'n nuwe toepassing nodig hê om dit oop te maak windowsdefender link” error while trying to launch the Windows Security app? If so, your app or PC might have corrupt files or incorrectly specified settings. We’ll show you how to fix them to get Windows Security working.
More often than not, the above issue occurs due to a problem in the Windows Security app. Other reasons for the error include Windows bugs, interference from a third-party antivirus tool, and more.
Herbegin jou Windows-rekenaar
An easy way to fix most issues in Windows is to herlaai u rekenaar. Doing so fixes many minor glitches with the system, allowing you to have a bug-free experience with your apps.
Your Windows Security app error may have resulted from a system bug. Simply reboot your PC to resolve the issue.
Restart Windows 10
- Maak die begin menu.
- Kies die Power ikoon.
- Kies herlaai in die spyskaart.
Restart Windows 11
- Toegang tot die begin menu.
- Kies die Power icon at the bottom of the menu.
- Kies herlaai in die spyskaart.
Reset the Windows Security App
Like all other apps, Windows Security can experience issues sometimes. One way to fix these app-related issues is to reset your faulty app. Doing so deletes your data and configured options in the app, letting you use the app from scratch.
Op Windows 10
- Maak die begin menu, soek vir Windows Sekuriteit, right-click the app, and choose Programinstellings.
- Kies Herstel op die volgende bladsy.
- Kies Herstel in die opdrag.
- Herbegin jou Windows-rekenaar.
Op Windows 11
- Begin Stellings deur te druk Windows + I.
- Kies Apps in die linker sidebar.
- Kies Programme en funksies aan die regterkant.
- Spoor Windows Sekuriteit, kies die drie kolletjies langs die toepassing, en kies Gevorderde opsies.
- Kies die Herstel knoppie.
- Kies Herstel in die opdrag.
- Herbegin jou rekenaar.
Turn Off Your Third-Party Antivirus Program
You can get the “You’ll need a new app to open this windowsdefender link” error when your third-party antivirus tool interferes with Windows Security. This often happens as these tools and Windows Security perform the same tasks on your PC.
You can get around that by turning off your antivirus protection. Most antivirus programs have the option to enable and disable protection on their main screen.
If disabling your third-party antivirus protection fixes the issue, you should verwyder die program to avoid seeing the same error in Windows Security. Here’s how to uninstall an app on your Windows PC.
Op Windows 10
- Begin Stellings deur te druk Windows + I.
- Kies Apps in Instellings.
- Choose your antivirus on the list and select Verwyder.
- Kies Verwyder in die opdrag.
- Herbegin jou rekenaar.
Op Windows 11
- Klik met die rechtermuisknop op die begin kieslys-ikoon en kies Stellings. Alternatiewelik, druk Windows + I.
- Kies Apps aan die linkerkant en Programme en funksies aan die regterkant.
- Find your antivirus on the list, select the three dots next to the program, and choose Verwyder.
- Kies Verwyder in die opdrag.
- Herbegin jou rekenaar.
Update Your Windows 10 or 11 Version
An outdated Windows 10 or 11 operating system version can cause many problems on your PC. Your Windows Security error may have likely resulted from a bug on your system.
Jy kan dit regmaak deur updating your Windows PC to the latest version available. Doing so patches various bugs on your system and possibly adds new features.
Op Windows 10
- Druk Windows + I om oop te maak Stellings.
- Kies Opdatering en sekuriteit in Instellings.
- Kies Windows Update aan die linkerkant.
- Kies Kyk vir opdaterings aan die regterkant.
- Installeer die beskikbare opdaterings.
- Herbegin jou rekenaar.
Op Windows 11
- Klik met die rechtermuisknop op die begin kieslys-ikoon en kies Stellings.
- Kies Windows Update aan die linkerkant.
- Kies Kyk vir opdaterings aan die regterkant.
- Download and install the available Windows 11 updates.
- Herbegin jou rekenaar.
Reinstall and Re-register the Windows Security App
If your “You’ll need a new app to open this windowsdefender link” error persists, you can try reinstalling and re-registering your Windows Security app to see if that fixes the issue. Doing this removes and reinstalls the app, helping fix nearly all the app-related problems.
Op Windows 10
- Opening begin, soek vir Command Prompt, en kies die instrument.
- Type the following in CMD en druk Tik:
PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *Microsoft.Windows.SecHealthUI*).InstallLocation + ‘AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”
- After executing the command, close the Command Prompt venster.
Op Windows 11
The following procedure will reinstall and re-register all stock Windows apps.
- Toegang begin, soek vir PowerShell, en kies Begin as Administrateur.
- Kies Ja in die Gebruikers Toegang vinnige.
- Tik die volgende in jou PowerShell venster en druk Tik:
Get-AppxPackage -allusers | foreach {Add-AppxPackage -register “$ ($ _. InstallLocation) appxmanifest.xml” -DisableDevelopmentMode}
- When you’ve finished running the command, close PowerShell.
Fix Corrupt Files on Your Windows 10 or 11 PC
Corrupt files often cause various problems on a Windows PC. Luckily, there’s an easy way to get around this problem.
Windows offers a built-in tool called SFC (System File Checker) that allows you to find and fix all faulty files on your system. The tool runs on its own for the most part, so you don’t have to locate any corrupt files manually.
The command runs the same way on both Windows 10 and 11.
- Maak die begin menu, soek vir Command Prompt, en kies Begin as administrateur.
- Kies Ja in die Gebruikers Toegang vinnige.
- Type the following in your CMD venster en druk Tik: DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth
- After executing the above command, run the following command: sfc /scannow
- Allow SFC to find and fix your corrupt files.
- Restart your PC when you’ve fixed the files.
Reset Windows PC to the Factory Settings
If the above steps have failed to resolve the “You’ll need a new app to open this windowsdefender link” error, your last resort is to stel jou rekenaar terug na die fabrieksinstellings. Doing so deletes all your custom-configured options and lets you set up your PC from scratch.
Note that you can keep your files while resetting your PC. However, rugsteun jou belangrike lêers net in geval.
Op Windows 10
- Begin Stellings deur te druk Windows + I.
- Kies Opdatering en sekuriteit in Instellings.
- Kies Recovery aan die linkerkant.
- Kies Aan die begin onder Stel hierdie rekenaar terug aan die regterkant.
- Kies Hou my lêers en volg die instruksies op die skerm.
Op Windows 11
- Opening Windows-instellings deur te druk Windows + I.
- Kies System in die linker sidebar.
- Kies Recovery op die regterruit.
- Kies Stel rekenaar terug langs Stel hierdie rekenaar terug.
- Kies Hou my lêers and follow the instructions on your screen.
Get Around Windows Security’s App Errors on Your Windows 10 or 11 PC
Windows Security is an essential part of your computer. If you find the app malfunctioning or not launching, the above methods should help you deal with the issue.
Once you’ve fixed the problem with your app, you’ll be able to protect your PC again from various threats and even run manual scans as jy wil.