Fix Error 0x800704ec on Windows 11/10

If you are getting error code 0x800704ec while using the Printer, Microphone, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Store, Bluetooth, or Sound, this guide can help you fix all the issues. The solutions are different as this error can occur in different situations in different apps. However, if you follow this guide, you can fix the issue irrespective of the app.

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While opening the Windows Defender or Windows Security on Windows 11/10, if you get error code 0x800704ec, this guide will help you fix the issue. You might come across an error message saying that This program is blocked by group policy. If so, you can follow all the steps mentioned in this tutorial in order to troubleshoot the problem.

The entire error message says:

This program is blocked by group policy. For more information, contact your system administrator. (Error Code: 0x800704ec)

One of the best features of Windows 10 as an OS is just how self-dependent it is when it comes to pre-installed features.

For example, with the clever use of the Windows Defender, you might never need to use a third-party antivirus tool or a firewall.

However, Windows Defender is not without flaws, one good example being error code 0x800704ec that many users have reported encountering.

This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.

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