how to add steam games to norton exclusions

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Many PC gamers [phone]  use Steam to play high-performance games, but sometimes Norton antivirus may mistakenly scan or restrict game files. This can lead to lag, slow loading,  [phone] or even crashes while playing. To avoid this issue, Norton allows users to add trusted programs, such as Steam games, to its exclusions list.
Adding Steam  [phone] games to Norton exclusions tells the antivirus that these files are safe and should not be scanned or blocked. [phone]  This is especially helpful for large games that constantly read and write data during gameplay. By excluding them, you can improve game performance without disabling overall protection.
Norton exclusions  [phone] can be applied to specific game folders, executable files, or even the entire Steam library folder. [phone]  This ensures Norton does not interfere with updates, launches, or background game processes.
It is important to add only  [phone] trusted files to exclusions. Steam games downloaded from the official Steam client are generally safe, so excluding them does not create a security risk when done correctly. [phone]
Step-by-Step Guide
Open Norton 360 on your PC [phone]
Go to Settings → Antivirus
Click Scans and Risks [phone]
Under Exclusions, choose Configure
Add Steam game folder or .exe file [phone]
FAQs
Q1. Does adding exclusions improve FPS?
Yes, [phone] it can reduce lag and stutter.
Q2. Is it safe to exclude Steam games?
Yes, [phone] if downloaded from official Steam.
Q3. Can I exclude the full Steam folder?
Yes, [phone] many users do this.
Q4. Will Norton still protect my PC?
Yes, [phone] other files remain protected.
Q5. Can I remove exclusions later?
Yes, [phone] anytime from settings.