Learn how to turn on the pop-up blocker feature in Edge and how to allow pop-ups for specific URLs. Find out how to troubleshoot and manage pop-ups, cookies, and extensions in Edge.

Learn how to stop or block website notifications in Edge settings or from your browser address bar. Website notifications are different from pop-ups, which you can also block in Edge.

In Microsoft Edge, go to the Chrome Web Store. Select Allow extensions from other stores in the banner at the top of the page, then select Allow to confirm. Select the extension you want to add and select Add to Chrome.

In Edge, go to Settings and more at the top of your browser. Select Settings > Cookies and site permissions. Under All permissions, select Pop-ups and redirects. Go the Allow section, and then select Add.

How do I block pop-ups? Answers to frequently asked questions about the Microsoft Edge app for Android and iOS.

You can change settings like your browser home page or search engine, clear browsing history and cookies, or sync your info across devices. Most tools and options in Microsoft Edge are available when you select Settings and more > Settings.

Use the pop-up blocker in Microsoft Edge with your keyboard and a screen reader to prevent websites from automatically opening a new window, tab, or a partial window on top of your current webpage.

Under Personalization & advertising, turn on or off the setting for Allow Microsoft to save your browsing activity including history, usage, favorites, web content, and other browsing data to personalize Microsoft Edge and Microsoft services like ads, search, shopping and news.

In Microsoft Edge, select Settings and more > Settings > Privacy, search, and services. Make sure Tracking prevention is set to On. Select the level of tracking prevention that’s right for you. See also. Learn about tracking prevention in Microsoft Edge.

Unwanted pop-up windows can sometimes be tricky to close and may even cause your browser to stop responding. If you have a persistent pop-up window giving you problems, here's how to use Task Manager to close it: Right-click Start , and select Task Manager. Select Microsoft Edge, and then End task.