My website is blocked This page has been blocked by Microsoft Edge

Hi Jack Jackson,

Thank you for providing those details. I understand that when you select Download on your own website, Microsoft Edge displays "This page has been blocked by Microsoft Edge" and prevents the file from downloading.

Before troubleshooting further, I want to mention that Windows 10 has already reached end of support (EOS). Microsoft no longer provides free security updates, bug fixes or technical support for Windows 10. While this may not be the direct cause of the issue, troubleshooting results on an unsupported operating system can be limited and I recommend upgrading to Windows 11 if your device meets the requirements.

To help narrow down the cause, please check the download notification in Edge. After the download is blocked, select the Downloads icon (the downward arrow) near the top-right corner of the browser and look for any additional details.

• Note the exact error message shown.
• Let me know if you see wording such as Blocked, Virus detected, Forbidden or anything similar.

Download failures can occur when SmartScreen, antivirus software, browser security settings or website restrictions block the file.

You can also test whether Edge's security protection is responsible for the block:

• Open Edge and select the three dots (...) in the upper-right corner.
• Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services.
• Scroll down to the Security section.
• Check whether Microsoft Defender SmartScreen is enabled.
• Temporarily disable it for testing purposes only and try the download again.
• Re-enable the feature immediately after testing.

SmartScreen sometimes is identified as a common cause of blocked downloads.

It would also be helpful to know more about the file being downloaded.

• What type of file is it (CSV, Excel, ZIP, PDF, etc.)?
• Is the file generated by the website when you select Download or is it already stored on the server?
• Does the same download work in another browser such as Chrome or Firefox?

As another quick test, try the same download in a different browser.

• If it works in Chrome or Firefox, the issue is more likely related to Edge security features or reputation checks.
• If it fails in all browsers, the issue may be related to the website configuration, server settings or the file itself.

If possible, please share a screenshot of the complete error message or download warning, along with the file type being downloaded and whether the same download works in another browser. Before posting, please remove or obscure any personal information, account details, website credentials, website URLs, or other sensitive information. This information will help narrow down the cause of the issue.

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