Stuck with the “This app can’t be activated when UAC is disabled” error message on Windows 11? Unable to run an application on your device due to this error? Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered. In this post, we have listed a variety of solutions that you can use to fix this issue.
Before we begin, let’s get a brief understanding of UAC (User Account Control) and its significance on the Windows OS.
What is User Account Control on Windows?
User Account Control is an access control feature on Windows that helps prevent malware from damaging your device. UAC (User Account Control) is now a fundamental component on the Windows OS that automatically activates whenever you try to run a new app or program on your device. So, in this way, the administrator has full access to accept or deny changes that a certain app would make on your system.
With each version of Windows, Microsoft is improving the UAC feature that helps mitigate the impact of malware on your computer. UAC enhances the operating system’s security and makes your device less prone to security threats.
Also read: How to Disable UAC in Windows 10? (4 Ways)
How to Fix “This app can’t be activated when UAC is disabled Error”?
Here are a few workarounds that you can use to enable UAC on Windows 11:
Solution 1: Configure UAC Settings via Run Dialog Box
Press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog box. Type “Useraccountcontrolsettings” in the textbox and hit Enter.
The User Account Control settings window will now appear on the screen. Now, adjust the UAC slider towards “Always notify” to eliminate the error message.
Tap on OK to save the recent changes and reboot your device.
Solution 2: Use the Group Policy Editor
You can also use the Local Group Policy Editor on Windows to activate UAC. Here’s what you need to do:
Press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog box. Type “Gpedit.msc” in the textbox and hit Enter.
The Local Group Policy Editor window will now appear on the screen. Navigate to the following folder location:
Computer Configuration > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Local Policies > Security Options.
In the “Security Options” folder, look for the “User Account Control: Admin Approval Mode for the Built-in Administrator account” file. Double-tap on it to open Properties. Select “Enabled” to manually enable UAC. Hit on the OK and Apply buttons to save the recent changes.
Also read: How To Fix Run as Administrator Option not Showing up on Windows 11
Solution 3: Use the Registry Editor
Press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog box. Type “Regedit” in the textbox and hit Enter.
In the Registry Editor window, navigate to the following folder location:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System
In the “System” folder, double-tap on the “EnableLUA” file. Enter “1” in the Value Data text field. Hit on the OK button. Exit all windows, reboot your device, and check if the issue persists.
Also read: How To Fix Can’t Install Anything On My Windows 10 PC
Solution 4: Update Windows
Using an outdated version of Windows can also trigger the “This app can’t be activated when UAC is disabled” error on your Windows PC. Hence, you can try updating Windows to the latest version and check if it helps in eliminating the error. Here’s what you need to do:
Tap on the Windows icon placed on the Taskbar and select “Settings.” Switch to the “Windows update” section from the left menu pane.
Hit on the “Check for Updates” button. Windows will notify you if an update is available for your device. Download and install the latest version of Windows to upgrade your PC.
Also read: 5 Easy Fixes to Resolve Windows Update Error 0x80072efe.
Conclusion
Here are a few simple yet effective ways to resolve the “This app can’t be activated when UAC is disabled” error on Windows 11. Once you bypass this error, you can easily activate or run any app on your device without any hindrances. Do let us know which one of these fixes helped you while troubleshooting. Feel free to drop your thoughts in the comments box for any other queries or assistance.
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