Microsoft Edge has a new “crapware” blocker. For some reason, it isn’t enabled by default, and it should be.
The browser can block “potentially unwanted programs (PUP)”, also known as “potentially unwanted apps”. These are obnoxious programs like adware, cryptocurrency miners, malware and browser toolbars, to name a few.
There is a simple toggle to block these “crapware” downloads. Let’s see how this is done.
This is for Microsoft Edge in Windows 10 and Mac versions
First, let’s check what version of Edge you are running. The stable release of Edge is 80+.
Check Your Version of Edge
Stable Version
- Open Microsoft Edge
- Click the Settings & more icon (the three dots in the upper right-hand corner)
- Click Help & feedback
- Click About Microsoft Edge
If you have the correct version, let’s enable the toggle. If not, go to Windows Update to check for updates or download and install from this link.
Set the Toggle to Block Unwanted Apps
- Click the Settings & more icon (the three dots in the upper right-hand corner)
- Click Settings
- Click Privacy and services option
- Under Services, toggle to On for Block potentially unwanted apps option
- Close the Settings screen
- You may now Close or Exit Edge
Microsoft Edge will now be more active in blocking unwanted software.
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