5 Methods to Fix or Disable Write-Protected Error of Pen Drive

So guys, We Dreamy Tricks is back again with methods to fix write protected error on pen drive.  Write protected error is one of common error in external drives, usb sticks etc. This error comes when you try to paste anything into write protected drive. So, If you are confused that how to disable write protected error in pen drive.Recently, We have shared how to remove shortcut virus from pen drive.

So, if you are not able to getting solution of this write protected error in pen drive, then don’t worry as we are sharing 5 methods to fix write protected error of pen drive. First of all, let’s discuss the basic reason behind this write protected error in Pen Drive.

Reasons behind write-protected error in Pen Drive:

1. This error can arise due to software related issue.
2. Can also occur due to any physical damage.
3. Can also occur due to virus attack.

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Methods/Tips to fix write protected error in pen drive:

Method 1) Scan your hard drive using Anti-virus program

This is most common method to fix write issues in your usb stick. This method will work, if this error is occurred due to any virus attack. Though, it is one of essential step to keep your system virus free. If, you own a android mobile and want to keep it secure, then you can check out best anti-virus apps for android.

Method 2) Check out User Account Settings

It is one of common problem behind User Account settings that you have not provided sufficient permissions to storage device. So, to fix this error follow below steps:

1. Open My Computer and Click on properties of your pen drive.
2. Click on Security tab and Make sure everything is ticked. (See below snapshot for more details).
3. The main thing which you have to check is whether Write option is enabled (checked) or not.
4. If not, Simply enable it and write protected error will be fixed.

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Method 3) Format whole pen drive

If above two methods does not works for you, then you must try to format your pen drive. As, sometimes there is a problem with pen drive which is reset to default, once it is formatted.

1. Just open My Computer.
2. Right click on name of your Pen Drive.
3. Click on Format.

Now, check if you are able to write to your usb stick or not.

Method 4) Disable write protected by Registry Editor

This is one of effective method to disable write protected error of Pen Drive.Follow below method to fix write protected error by Registry Editor.

1. First of all, Open RUN by Pressing Windows + R.
2. Now, type regedit in the box and Click OK.
3. Now, Follow this path : HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetControlStorageDevicePolicies
4. Now, Click on WriteProtect twice.
5. Just, change value from 1 to 0 and Click on OK.
6. Eject your Pen Drive and Restart your Computer.

Method 5) Disable write protected error by CMD:

If none of above method works for you, then this is last and one of most effective method to fix write protected error by altering the disk attributes.

1. Open RUN and type CMD.
2. Now type DISKPART and Press Enter.
3. Enter LIST VOLUME and Press Enter again.
4. Now, type SELECT VOLUME A,where A is the volume Label.
5. Type ATTRIBUTES DISK CLEAR READOMLY, and disk write protection will be disabled.
6. Now, type EXIT and Press Enter.

Conclusion:

So, it was all about methods to fix or disable write-protected error of pen drive.Above, We have listed all methods to disable write-protected error. If above methods worked for you, then Don’t forget to share it with your friends and relatives on Facebook, Twitter using Social Media buttons.