🔧 How to Disable Windows Firewall on a VPS
Windows Firewall is a built-in security system that blocks unwanted connections. However, on VPS environments, it may interfere with RDP, FTP, web servers, or other services. In this guide, we’ll show you how to properly disable the firewall in Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and Windows 10/11.
🚀 Method 1: Using Control Panel
- Open the Start menu and search for “Control Panel”.
- Go to System and Security → Windows Defender Firewall.
- Click Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off from the left pane.
- Select Turn off Windows Firewall for both private and public networks.
- Click OK. The firewall is now disabled.
⚙️ Method 2: Using PowerShell or CMD
On server versions, it’s easier to use a command:
netsh advfirewall set allprofiles state off
This command disables the firewall for all network profiles at once.
🛡 Should You Disable the Firewall Completely?
It’s better to create custom rules rather than turning the firewall off completely. But if you're using an external firewall (like in the Bit.Hosting panel), disabling the built-in one may simplify access to RDP, VNC, HTTP, and other ports.
📌 Security Tips
- Only disable the firewall if you're confident in your server's security;
- Ensure strong passwords are set and RDP is limited to the correct port (default: 3389);
- Prefer configuring specific firewall rules for better control.