This article covers how to add or remove an uninstall password in Dell Threat Defense.
Affected Products:
As an added layer of security, Dell Threat Defense may be configured to require a password at uninstall. The option exists to either Add Password or Remove Password. Click the appropriate step for more information.
Add Password
- From a web browser, go to the Dell Threat Defense administration console at:
- Log in to the Dell Threat Defense administration console.

- In the console, click the Settings tab.

- Under Settings, click Application.

- Check Require Password to Uninstall Agent.

- Populate a password at least eight characters in length and then click Save.
Note: The uninstall password is immediately updated on all online devices. Offline devices receive the update on the next check-in. For more information about uninstallation, reference
How To Uninstall Dell Threat Defense.
Remove Password
- From a web browser, go to the Dell Threat Defense administration console at:
- Log in to the Dell Threat Defense administration console.

- In the console, click the Settings tab.

- Under Settings, click Application.

- Clear the checkbox for Require Password to Uninstall Agent.

- A reboot of the endpoint is required for the changes to take effect.
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