How to Fix Error Code 0x800704ec?

Hello,

0x800704ec is an error you can encounter when trying to turn on Windows Defender (currently known as Microsoft Defender) anti-virus software. In most of the cases, such error occurs due to software conflict, i.e., another anti-malware installed on the system.

Another reason why you might be getting 0x800704ec error is a malware infection, as threat actors usually program the virus to disable security software upon infiltration. As a result, you might see the 0x800704ec error popping up.

Therefore, if your Windows Defender is disabled, you should first try performing a scan with another security program. Alternatively, you should remove the third-party anti-virus if you have one installed.

More advanced solutions for 0x800704ec error fix include editing Group Policy, using DISM, and editing the Windows registry. Nevertheless, you can find a detailed guide on how to perform these actions here.

Good luck,
Ugetfix team