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Are you encountering Valorant Error Code VAN 79 and can't get into your game? Don't worry—this video will walk you through a step-by-step troubleshooting guide to fix this error and get you back into the action! Whether it's caused by issues with Riot Vanguard, outdated drivers, or conflicting software, these solutions will help you resolve the problem quickly.

What You’ll Learn:
Why Valorant Error Code VAN 79 occurs
How to troubleshoot Riot Vanguard issues
How to update your drivers and Windows for optimal performance
How to resolve conflicts with third-party software
Step-by-step methods to fix the error and re-launch Valorant smoothly

Procedure:

Restart Your PC:

Begin by performing a full system restart to clear any temporary glitches.
Run Valorant as Administrator:

Right-click on the Valorant shortcut and select Run as Administrator to ensure proper permissions.

Verify Riot Vanguard Status:

Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and ensure that Riot Vanguard (VGC.exe) is running.

If not, try ending the task and restarting Valorant to reinstall Vanguard.
Update Graphics and System Drivers:

Open Device Manager (Win + X - Device Manager) and update your GPU drivers (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel) by selecting Update driver or downloading the latest version from the manufacturer’s website.

Check for Windows updates in Settings - Update & Security and install any pending updates.
Clear Riot Vanguard Cache and Reinstall Vanguard:

Navigate to the folder: C:\Program Files\Riot Vanguard
Delete any temporary files or use the Vanguard Cleanup Tool if available.
Uninstall Riot Vanguard from Control Panel - Programs and Features and then launch Valorant to force a fresh installation of Vanguard.
Disable Conflicting Software:

Temporarily disable antivirus, firewall, or VPN applications that might interfere with Riot Vanguard.
Restart Valorant and check if the error persists.
Check for Software Conflicts:

Close background applications and overlays (like Discord or GeForce Experience) that could be conflicting with Valorant’s anti-cheat.
Restart and Test:

After applying all the fixes, restart your PC and launch Valorant to verify that the error code VAN 79 is resolved.