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When I try to install node.js from the installer that I have downloaded from website nodejs.org I get error message "An error occurred while attempting to create the directory: C:\Users\User\Appdata\Roaming"

Jack Yu
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I have listed the possible causes and solutions. Please try them.

Causes:

  • Permissions or user profile issues can cause this issue.
  • If Windows Defender thinks the installer is unfriendly it may prevent the creation of files and folders.

Solution: First, check to see if Windows Defender is preventing the creation of the folder. Open Windows Defender Security Center and navigate to the following:

  • Click Virus & threat protection.
  • Click Virus & threat protection settings.
  • Scroll down to Controlled folder access and temporarily switch to the OFF position.
  • Try the installation again.

If none of these work, visit this link where a similar question was asked.

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