Cannot start a download in IDM. An error occurs on download start.

ESET Smart Security iconHow to configure ESET Smart Security to work with Internet Download Manager (IDM)

1. Run ESET Smart Security.

2. Select "Setup" in the left column, then press on "Network" link in the right column.

ESET Smart Security settings 1

3. In new window, press on "Configure rules and zones…" link on the right part of the window.

ESET Smart Security settings 2

4. In new window, double click on IDM icon, then select "Deny communication for IDMan.exe" line below IDM icon. Then press on "Delete (Del)" button below the list.

ESET Smart Security settings 3

5. After that, press on "OK" button.

ESET Smart Security settings 4

6. Now start a download with IDM. The following window should appear.

ESET Smart Security settings 5

It’s necessary to check "Remember action (create rule)" and press on "Allow" button.

If after updating IDM it stops downloading, you will need to repeat all the steps above from the beginning.