Which directories should be added to antivirus exclusion on a Plesk for Windows server?
Antivirus software can slow down Plesk or flag critical files as threats, causing false positives or server issues. Adding exclusions for key Plesk directories ensures smooth performance and reliable operation on Windows servers.
- Identify Key Plesk Directories
- Note these directories to exclude from antivirus scans:
- Plesk Installation Directory: %plesk_dir% (includes all files and subdirectories, typically C:\Program Files (x86)\Plesk\).
- Plesk Installer Directory: C:\ParallelsInstaller or C:\ProgramData\Plesk\Installer (all files and subdirectories).
- IIS Configuration Directory: C:\Windows\System32\inetsrv\config (all files and subdirectories).
- Note these directories to exclude from antivirus scans:
Tip: To find %plesk_dir%, open Command Prompt and type echo %plesk_dir%.