Fix "This Version Of Vanguard Requires UEFI Secure Boot To Be Enabled In Order To Play"
Are you seeing the error “This Version Of Vanguard Requires Secure Boot To Be Enabled In Order To Play Valorant” in 2026? In this video, I’ll show you how to fix this issue step by step and get back into Valorant quickly.
This error appears because Riot Vanguard now requires Secure Boot, UEFI mode, and proper system security settings to protect the game from cheats and unauthorized software. If Secure Boot is disabled or your PC is running Legacy BIOS mode, Valorant will not launch.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to:
• Check Secure Boot status in Windows
• Enable Secure Boot from BIOS/UEFI
• Switch from Legacy to UEFI mode
• Fix common Vanguard errors (VAN 9001 / VAN 9003)
• Launch Valorant without Secure Boot errors
This tutorial works for Windows 10 & Windows 11 and supports most motherboard brands including ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte, HP, Dell, and Lenovo.
If your Valorant Vanguard is blocking the game, follow this simple method to fix it safely without reinstalling Windows.
✅ Works in 2026
✅ Beginner-friendly steps
✅ No risky downloads required
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