{"id":20245,"date":"2022-06-03T10:43:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-03T05:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/?p=20245"},"modified":"2023-08-11T18:18:27","modified_gmt":"2023-08-11T12:48:27","slug":"how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Disable USB Port in Windows 10 and How to Enable It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Want to restrict unauthorized access via USB drive to your Windows 10 PC? Go through the expert&#8217;s guide here and know how to disable USB port in Windows 10 and steps to enable it again. Shield your confidential data from the anonymous hands. Here you go!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How many times have you seen that your access is blocked for the USB drive or external hard drive at your college or workplace? I think many times, as I have also faced the same. In fact, whenever you try to put the USB drive in, you aren&#8217;t permitted as the administrator has disabled the USB drive detection on that Windows computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"874\" height=\"602\" src=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10.jpg\" alt=\"how to disable USB port in windows 10\" class=\"wp-image-23231\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10.jpg 874w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10-200x138.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 874px) 100vw, 874px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, how many times have you been afraid of the data breach or malicious attack on your computer when someone connects an unauthorized USB?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, two problems one solution- restrict access to USB storage devices! Nothing to worry about, this guide will help you know how to disable USB port in Windows 10, along with the process of enabling it. So, let&#8217;s start!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents:<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10\/#Why_You_Should_Disable_USB_Ports_in_Windows_10\" title=\"Why You Should Disable USB Ports in Windows 10?\">Why You Should Disable USB Ports in Windows 10?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10\/#4_Best_Methods_to_Disable_USB_Ports_in_Windows_10\" title=\"4 Best Methods to Disable USB Ports in Windows 10\">4 Best Methods to Disable USB Ports in Windows 10<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10\/#How_to_Disable_USB_Port_in_Windows_10_using_the_Device_Manager\" title=\"How to Disable USB Port in Windows 10 using the Device Manager\">How to Disable USB Port in Windows 10 using the Device Manager<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10\/#How_to_Block_USB_Port_in_Windows_10_through_Registry_Editor\" title=\"How to Block USB Port in Windows 10 through Registry Editor\">How to Block USB Port in Windows 10 through Registry Editor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10\/#How_to_Disable_USB_Ports_on_Windows_10_using_the_Group_Policy_Editor\" title=\"How to Disable USB Ports on Windows 10 using the Group Policy Editor\">How to Disable USB Ports on Windows 10 using the Group Policy Editor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10\/#How_to_Disable_USB_Port_in_Windows_10_using_the_USB_Disabler_Pro\" title=\"How to Disable USB Port in Windows 10 using the USB Disabler Pro\">How to Disable USB Port in Windows 10 using the USB Disabler Pro<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/how-to-disable-usb-port-in-windows-10\/#How_to_Restrict_Access_to_USB_Storage_Devices_in_Windows_10\" title=\"How to Restrict Access to USB Storage Devices in Windows 10\">How to Restrict Access to USB Storage Devices in Windows 10<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_You_Should_Disable_USB_Ports_in_Windows_10\"><\/span>Why You Should Disable USB Ports in Windows 10?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can you ever be too cautious when it comes to safeguarding your important and personal data? No, of course! Because you never know when and from where the threat comes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suppose one of your family members takes your computer for a minute and inserts the USB drive to upload anything, but what if the pen drive has any malware, spyware, or virus that the person is not aware of?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can&#8217;t do anything but losing your data. Your PC becomes vulnerable to potential threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So disabling your PC&#8217;s USB drive is the only thing that can help you to avoid such situations. The process of doing the same is easier than you\u2019ve ever imagined. So without further delay, let&#8217;s learn how to disable USB ports on Windows 10 laptop or desktop computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\"><strong>You might also like: <a href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/best-windows-10-context-menu-editor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"16 Best Windows 10 Context Menu Editor to Edit Right-Click Menu\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-theme-primary-color\">16 Best Windows 10 Context Menu Editor to Edit Right-Click Menu<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Best_Methods_to_Disable_USB_Ports_in_Windows_10\"><\/span>4 Best Methods to Disable USB Ports in Windows 10<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a number of ways to prevent users from connecting to a usb storage device on Windows 10 computers. But we&#8217;ve picked only the easy and 100% working methods to make sure there is no further inconvenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use the Device Manager, Registry Editor, Group Policy Editor, or any third-party software to restrict access to USB storage devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you wondering how? Well, scroll down to know it all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Disable_USB_Port_in_Windows_10_using_the_Device_Manager\"><\/span>How to Disable USB Port in Windows 10 using the Device Manager<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can easily block USB ports in Windows 10 by disabling Universal Serial Bus Controllers through Device Manager. But in order to do so, you have to uninstall the USB mass storage drivers from your computer permanently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And once you uninstall the same, all the USB ports will be inaccessible instantly, and none can connect USB drives into your PC.&nbsp;Let&#8217;s see how to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong><span style=\"color:#dd6306\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Note:<\/span><\/strong> You must <a href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/create-system-restore-point-windows-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"How to Create a System Restore Point in Windows 10\"><strong>create a restore point<\/strong><\/a> before starting with this process because you may like to enable it again someday.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>First of all, right click on <strong>This PC<\/strong> and click on <strong>Manage<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Now the Computer Management window will be opened. Here, click on the <strong>Computer Management &gt; System Tools &gt; Device Manager<\/strong> at the left pane.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Next, from the list of devices, expand the <strong>Universal Serial Bus controllers<\/strong> by double-clicking it.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"813\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/disable-usb-ports-in-windows-10.png\" alt=\"disable usb ports in windows 10\" class=\"wp-image-23255\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/disable-usb-ports-in-windows-10.png 813w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/disable-usb-ports-in-windows-10-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/disable-usb-ports-in-windows-10-200x129.png 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 813px) 100vw, 813px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>And under this section, select a device, right-click on it and select <strong>Disable device<\/strong>. Do this for all the devices listed there.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"811\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-disable-usb-ports-on-windows-10.png\" alt=\"how to disable usb ports on windows 10\" class=\"wp-image-23256\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-disable-usb-ports-on-windows-10.png 811w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-disable-usb-ports-on-windows-10-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-disable-usb-ports-on-windows-10-200x129.png 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 811px) 100vw, 811px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now see if this method works or not. In case your still finding answers for how to block USB port in Windows 10, here are our rest of the methods to help you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\"><strong>Do you know? <a href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/nvidia-control-panel-missing-options-windows-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"How to Fix NVIDIA Control Panel Missing Options in Windows 10\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-theme-primary-color\">How to Fix NVIDIA Control Panel Missing Options in Windows 10<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Block_USB_Port_in_Windows_10_through_Registry_Editor\"><\/span>How to Block USB Port in Windows 10 through Registry Editor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best methods to block USB ports in Windows 10 is using Registry Editor. In this way, you have to make some changes in the Windows registry settings to disable or enable USB Drivers and Mass Storage access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a look at the steps on how to disable USB ports in Windows 10 using Registry Editor.&nbsp;Here we go:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span style=\"color:#dd6306\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Warning:<\/strong><\/span> Editing the Registry Editor is quite a sensitive task. So you must take a registry backup before starting with the steps.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Press the <strong>Windows + R<\/strong> keys together to open the <strong>Run <\/strong>dialog-box and then type in <strong>Regedit<\/strong> and hit <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"399\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/regedit-windows-10.png\" alt=\"regedit windows 10\" class=\"wp-image-11764\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/regedit-windows-10.png 399w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/regedit-windows-10-150x78.png 150w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/regedit-windows-10-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Now the Registry Editor will be opened, and you will be prompted to a window where you have to navigate to;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\SYSTEM\\CurrentControlSet\\Services\\USBSTOR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Next, double-click on the <strong>Start<\/strong> key and then change the value data with <strong>4<\/strong> to disable USB ports.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"822\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-block-usb-port-in-windows-10-through-registry.png\" alt=\"how to block usb port in windows 10 through registry\" class=\"wp-image-23253\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-block-usb-port-in-windows-10-through-registry.png 822w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-block-usb-port-in-windows-10-through-registry-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-block-usb-port-in-windows-10-through-registry-200x123.png 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 822px) 100vw, 822px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span style=\"color:#e36504\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> <\/span>If you want to enable the USB ports in the future, change the value data with<strong> 3<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Finally, close the <strong>Registry Editor<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to perform it or to have any difficulties while doing the steps, scroll down to our next method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\"><strong>You might also like: <a href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/usb-wifi-adapter-windows-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"Top 12 Best USB WiFi Adapter for Windows 10 | Wireless USB Adapters\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-theme-primary-color\">Top 12 Best USB WiFi Adapter for Windows 10<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Disable_USB_Ports_on_Windows_10_using_the_Group_Policy_Editor\"><\/span>How to Disable USB Ports on Windows 10 using the Group Policy Editor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is another effective method to disable USB ports of your Computer, through Group Policy Editor. Follow the below steps one by one to reach the optimum solution.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Press <strong>Win Key + R<\/strong> button at the same time to open <strong>Run<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Type <strong>gpedit.msc<\/strong> and hit <strong>OK<\/strong> to open the <strong>Group Policy Editor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><span style=\"color:#e36504\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Note:<\/span><\/em><\/strong> <em>Windows 10 Home Edition users, must install <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/install-gpedit-msc-windows-10-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"How to Install gpedit.msc on Windows 10 Home Edition\">gpedit.msc installer<\/a><\/strong> first&nbsp;to open the Group Policy Editor as it doesn&#8217;t come inbuilt with this version of OS.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Now, click on <strong>Computer Configuration<\/strong>, then select <strong>Administrative Templates<\/strong>, hit <strong>System<\/strong>, and finally click on the <strong>Removal Storage Access<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> On the right-side pane, find;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Removable Disks: Deny execute access<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Removable Disks: Deny read access<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Removable Disks: Deny write access<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/block-usb-ports-in-windows-10.png\" alt=\"block usb ports in windows 10\" class=\"wp-image-23254\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/block-usb-ports-in-windows-10.png 780w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/block-usb-ports-in-windows-10-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/block-usb-ports-in-windows-10-200x136.png 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Next double click on each of them to configure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6: <\/strong>On the configuration window, select <strong>Enabled<\/strong>, then hit <strong>Apply<\/strong>, and finally select <strong>OK<\/strong>. Do this for all the three option!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"686\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/restrict-access-to-usb-storage-devices.png\" alt=\"restrict access to usb storage devices\" class=\"wp-image-23257\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/restrict-access-to-usb-storage-devices.png 686w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/restrict-access-to-usb-storage-devices-300x278.png 300w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/restrict-access-to-usb-storage-devices-162x150.png 162w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 686px) 100vw, 686px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This will disable all the access like execute, read, write to any removal disk along with USB storage devices that are connected to the Computer. In case you want to enable it someday, just set it to Disabled or Not configured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\"><strong>Must see: <a href=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/reset-forgotten-windows-10-password\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"Reset Forgotten Windows 10 Password with Bootable USB\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-theme-primary-color\">How to Reset Forgotten Windows 10 Password with Bootable USB<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Disable_USB_Port_in_Windows_10_using_the_USB_Disabler_Pro\"><\/span>How to Disable USB Port in Windows 10 using the USB Disabler Pro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to get into all these technical meshes, third-party software can work the best. For instance, suppose you are using USB Disabler Pro, you have installed the file to your hard drive first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you have to run the setup file, install it, and pick an administrator user group while prompted. After successfully creating your account, follow the below steps to complete the rest of the process. Here we go:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Launch <strong>USB Disabler Pro<\/strong> and click <strong>Block all users<\/strong> followed by <strong>Apply<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"428\" height=\"490\" src=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/block-access-to-usb-storage-devices.jpg\" alt=\"block access to usb storage devices\" class=\"wp-image-23252\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/block-access-to-usb-storage-devices.jpg 428w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/block-access-to-usb-storage-devices-262x300.jpg 262w, https:\/\/zerodollartips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/block-access-to-usb-storage-devices-131x150.jpg 131w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 428px) 100vw, 428px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Once you hit the Apply, USB disabler will move to the background and <strong>start disabling your USB ports<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Access the USB disabler Pro from the system tray to <strong>allow a particular USB device<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s all! Now you are completely secured from any unauthorized access through USB drives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Restrict_Access_to_USB_Storage_Devices_in_Windows_10\"><\/span>How to Restrict Access to USB Storage Devices in Windows 10<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope this guide was able to compensate your query; how to disable USB port in Windows 10 to prevent users from connecting to a usb storage device? Please feel free to share your opinion with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, if you have further queries or any pro tips on the same topic, put it in the comment box below. Our experts will be right there to help you with proper resolution. 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