Is Microsoft Defender down now?
Microsoft Defender is operating normally right now (22 August 2026). Entireweb Status records no ongoing major outages or problems. In the past 24 hours, Microsoft Defender has received 1 user reports, with 0 of those in the last hour.
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Problem Reports
Last 24 Hours
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Problem Reports
Last 30 Days
14
Problem Reports
Response Time
521.78
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Service outage activity over 24 hours - Microsoft Defender
This chart shows the number of user reports for Microsoft Defender service problems and outages in the last 24 hours.
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30-Day Error Trend - Microsoft Defender
User reports over the last 30 days
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Error Reports
Last 30 Days
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About Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Defender for Individuals is a personal security solution from Microsoft designed to help protect devices and digital identities from online threats. It provides security features for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices, giving users a centralized way to monitor and manage their personal security. Microsoft Defender can help detect malware, viruses, phishing attempts, and other online threats while providing security alerts and recommendations when potential risks are identified. The service can also monitor identity and privacy-related risks, depending on the subscription and features available. Microsoft Defender for Individuals is integrated with Microsoft 365, making it particularly useful for users who already use Microsoft services such as OneDrive, Outlook, and Microsoft 365 applications. Its goal is to provide straightforward, cross-device protection for individuals and families.
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Community Reports
User-reported issues combined with automated monitoring for complete coverage.
This page shows the current status of Microsoft Defender based on a combination of real-time automated monitoring and user reports. Unlike services that rely solely on user reports, Entireweb uses its own proprietary web scanning technology to actively test Microsoft Defender response times and availability - helping detect issues earlier, before they become widespread outages. Reports are continuously collected from users worldwide and combined with our automated scanning data to give you the most accurate and up-to-date status picture.
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