Under Virus & threat protection settings , click .
The Windows Defender antivirus frequently flags the Rockstar Launcher as a false positive, preventing it from opening. Rockstar Games Launcher Not Responding & Workin...
Windows often restricts the launcher from accessing necessary system files, causing it to freeze on startup. Under Virus & threat protection settings , click
Press to open the Task Manager and end all processes named "Rockstar Games" or "Social Club". Under Virus & threat protection settings
Right-click the shortcut on your desktop and select Properties . Navigate to the Compatibility tab. Check the box for Run this program as an administrator .