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Solved: Bitdefender Services Not Responding

This error is caused due to some technical issues. When the Bitdefender icon is grayed out, and you receive the error message “Bitdefender services not working,” follow the steps given below.

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To Repair Bitdefender

  • You are recommended to use only one Antivirus software at a time.
  • Remove all the other security software installed on your device and try re-installing Bitdefender.
  • Press the Windows button and select Programs.
  • Choose Bitdefender from the options, select Repair or Uninstall, and then click Repair.
  • Once the repair process is completed, restart your computer.
  • If Bitdefender still shows the ‘Bitdefender Services Not Responding’ error, Uninstall Bitdefender by following the steps below.
Bitdefender Services Not Responding

Uninstalling Bitdefender

  • Go to Start --> Control Panel and select Uninstall a program --> Program and Features.
  • Locate Bitdefender and click Uninstall. Then, select Next.
  • After the uninstallation process is completed, reboot your computer.
  • For Windows 10, press the Windows icon, go to Settings, launch the app icon, and locate Bitdefender.
  • Select Uninstall. Select your choice for removal as I want to reinstall it and then click Remove.
  • To ensure proper uninstallation, use the Uninstall tool to remove and re-install Bitdefender.
  • The uninstall tool for Bitdefender can be downloaded from the official Bitdefender site according to your version of OS.
  • Restart your system and follow the on-screen instructions to re-install Bitdefender.