How to fix usb drive is write protected

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Here are some steps you can try to fix a write-protected USB drive on Windows 10:

1. Ensure the physical switch on the USB drive is in the "unlocked" position.

Using Diskpart Command:

diskpart

list disk

select disk X (replace X with your USB drive number

attributes disk clear readonly

exit

2. Using Registry Editor

Navigate to Key: Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\StorageDevicePolicies.

If StorageDevicePolicies does not exist, create it.

Create WriteProtect Value: Right-click, select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value, name it WriteProtect.

Set Value: Double-click WriteProtect, set the value to 0, and click OK.

Restart Your Computer: Restart to apply changes.

Please note: Always back up the registry before you make changes on registry.

3. Using Group Policy Editor (For Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise)

Navigate to Policy: Go to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > System > Removable Storage Access.

Disable Write Protection: Double-click Removable Disks: Deny write access, set it to Disabled, and click OK.

Restart Your Computer: Restart to apply changes.

4. Run a full system scan using your antivirus software.

I hope the information above is helpful.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to let us know.

Best Regards,

Daisy Zhou

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