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How to Configure PowerShell Execution Policies on Windows 11

Sarah Connor

May 29, 2026

6 min read

Windows 11 includes built-in security features that control how script files are executed. If you encounter execution barriers while installing SpotX, this guide will help you understand PowerShell policies and configure them safely.

1. What are Execution Policies?

PowerShell execution policies determine if files (like .ps1) are permitted to run. The default policy on Windows client systems is 'Restricted', which blocks all scripts. To run the SpotX installer, you need to change this setting temporarily.

2. Applying Policies safely

You should avoid disabling execution policies system-wide. Instead, configure the policy scope to target only your current user account, ensuring system-level protection remains active. Execute this command:

Set-ExecutionPolicy -ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned -Scope CurrentUser

3. Reverting to Default Settings

Once the installation script finishes, you can restore Windows script execution rules by running this command to re-secure the environment:

Set-ExecutionPolicy -ExecutionPolicy Restricted -Scope CurrentUser

Article Q&A

Does RemoteSigned allow malicious files to execute?

RemoteSigned mandates that scripts downloaded from the internet must be signed by trusted publishers. Because SpotX runs locally via raw download commands, it is supported under this policy framework.