# PowerShell Protect

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PowerShell Protect is now [open source](https://github.com/ironmansoftware/powershell-protect).
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PowerShell Protect provides auditing and blocking support for Windows PowerShell and PowerShell on Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 or later machines.

PowerShell Protect integrates with the Antimalware Scan Interface to audit and block scripts before they execute. 

![](/files/-MYfC8rBz6SkOhZyCLYK)

### More Information 

* [Getting Started](/powershell-pro-tools-documentation/powershell-protect/getting-started.md)
* [Download](https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/PowerShellProtect)


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