How to fix Valorant Vanguard error VAN 1067 on Windows 11

If you recently upgraded to Windows 11 and suddenly cannot launch Valorant due to the Vanguard Error Code: VAN 1067, you are not alone.

The quick fix for VAN 1067 on Windows 11 is to boot into your motherboard's BIOS and enable both TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) and Secure Boot. Windows 11 and Riot Vanguard require these two hardware security features to be active to prevent kernel-level cheating. If your BIOS settings were reset, Vanguard will block the game from launching and throw the 1067 connection error.

Once you finally bypass the Vanguard error and get into the game, the last thing you want is your peripherals dying mid-match. If your setup includes Logitech gear and you are experiencing sensor dropouts, you might need to apply the Logitech G Hub G502 Hero detection fix before you queue up for competitive.

Here is the exact step-by-step process to resolve the issue and get back into your match.

Method 1: Enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot (The Official Fix)

According to Riot Games Official Support, Vanguard requires UEFI-compliant firmware.

1. Access your BIOS: Restart your PC and rapidly press your BIOS key (usually F2, DEL, or F12 depending on your motherboard manufacturer).

2. Find the Security Menu: Navigate to the Security, Advanced, or Boot tab.

3. Enable Secure Boot: Look for the "Secure Boot" option. Change its state from Disabled or Other OS to Enabled or Windows UEFI Mode.

4. Enable TPM 2.0: Look for a setting named TPM 2.0, fTPM (for AMD processors), or PTT (for Intel processors). Switch it to Enabled.

5. Save your changes (usually by pressing F10) and restart your PC.

Method 2: Force the VGC Service to Start Automatically

Sometimes, your BIOS settings are perfectly fine, but the Vanguard background service (vgc) simply fails to wake up when you open the Riot Client.

1. Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog.

2. Type services.msc and press Enter.

3. Scroll down the list until you find the service named vgc.

4. Right-click vgc and select Properties.

5. Change the Startup type to Automatic.

6. Click the Start button to run the service immediately, then click Apply and OK.

Method 3: Clean Reinstall of Riot Vanguard

If the service is corrupted, no amount of tweaking will fix it. You must force the Riot Client to download a fresh copy.

1. Open your Windows Settings > Apps > Installed Apps.

2. Search for Riot Vanguard and click Uninstall.

3. Restart your computer.

4. Open the Riot Client and click on Valorant. It will prompt you to update the game, which will cleanly reinstall Vanguard. Restart your PC one final time, and the VAN 1067 error will be gone.

FAQs

1. What does error code VAN 1067 mean in Valorant? Error VAN 1067 is a connection and security error. It indicates that Riot's Vanguard anti-cheat system cannot verify your system's integrity, usually because hardware security features like TPM 2.0 or Secure Boot are disabled in Windows 11.

2. Is TPM 2.0 strictly required to play Valorant on Windows 11? Yes. Riot Games made TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot mandatory for all Windows 11 users to prevent hardware-level spoofing and kernel-level cheats. You cannot bypass this requirement on Windows 11.

3. How do I check if TPM 2.0 is enabled on my PC? Press Windows Key + R, type tpm.msc, and hit Enter. If the window says "The TPM is ready for use" and shows version 2.0 under Specification Version, it is enabled. If it says "Compatible TPM cannot be found," you must enable it in your BIOS.

4. Does disabling Secure Boot cause the VAN 1067 error? Yes. If you dual-boot your PC or recently updated your BIOS, Secure Boot might have defaulted to "Disabled." Vanguard requires Secure Boot to be active to ensure no malicious drivers load before Windows starts.

5. Why is my VGC service stopping automatically? The vgc service (Vanguard) will forcefully shut itself down if it detects a security mismatch (like missing TPM). It can also crash due to corrupted installation files or aggressive third-party antivirus software blocking it.

6. Will reinstalling Riot Vanguard fix error VAN 1067? If your BIOS settings (TPM and Secure Boot) are already correct but you still get the error, reinstalling Vanguard is the best fix. A corrupted Vanguard update can trigger the VAN 1067 code.

7. Can a BIOS update cause the VAN 1067 error? Yes. Updating your motherboard's BIOS often resets all settings to their factory defaults. This process disables Secure Boot and TPM 2.0, which immediately triggers the VAN 1067 error the next time you launch Valorant.

8. Does Vanguard error 1067 happen on Windows 10? It is extremely rare on Windows 10 because Riot Games does not strictly enforce the TPM 2.0 requirement for older operating systems. If it happens on Windows 10, it is usually tied to a crashed vgc service rather than BIOS settings.

9. What should I do if my motherboard doesn't support TPM 2.0? If you have very old hardware that physically lacks a TPM 2.0 module, your only official workaround to play Valorant is to downgrade your operating system back to Windows 10, where TPM 2.0 is not strictly enforced by Vanguard.

10. Do I need to reinstall Valorant to fix VAN 1067? No, you rarely need to reinstall the entire 30GB+ game. You only need to uninstall the Riot Vanguard program from your Windows Settings. Opening the Riot Client afterward will redownload just the anti-cheat system.