How can I disable Bitdefender temporarily?

To temporarily disable Bitdefender, one needs to right-click on the Bitdefender icon in the system tray on the taskbar and choose the appropriate option to pause protection. This will typically give a list of durations for which the protection can be paused. If the system tray does not have the Bitdefender icon, one may open the Bitdefender main interface by searching for it through the Start menu or clicking its desktop shortcut. In the main dashboard, navigate to the Protection features, and there should be a section for Antivirus. Within that section, one can find options to turn off the different shields such as real-time protection or switch off modules like Firewall or Antispam temporarily. It is important to remember to re-enable Bitdefender after performing the necessary tasks to ensure that the system remains protected against threats.