: Within Rufus, try pressing Alt + , (comma) to disable exclusive locking, which may allow it to bypass certain access restrictions. Advanced Recovery
Temporarily turning off antivirus "Real-Time Protection" or "Device Control" features can prevent third-party locks on the USB drive. rufus access to device denied windows 7
If you rely on Rufus daily, consider upgrading your workflow to Windows 10 or 11 on a secondary machine for USB creation. But for those who must stay on Windows 7, this guide is your definitive resource for conquering the "access denied" error. : Within Rufus, try pressing Alt + ,