Introduction
This video shows how to manage your Browser Privacy & Security Settings in Microsoft Edge
Video
In this video we'll be looking at how to manage your privacy and security settings using Microsoft Edge.
Now, the first thing we want to do is we're going to click on in the top right hand section the ellipses icon, that's, the three horizontal dots once we click on that, then we can see all the menu options.
We have here I'm going to scroll right down to settings and then we're going to go over to the left hand side and we're going to click on cookies and site permissions.
Well, before we do that let's go to privacy search and services.
And here we can see information regarding tracking using cookies Etc.
And one of the things that you want to to note is that there is usually a trade-off sometimes between, um, you know, allowing cookies versus not allowing cookies.
There may be some aspects of some websites that may not work that well, or or as expected, depending on which one of these options, you choose right for the basic options.
This will allow most trackers, um, you know to be able to track your activity online.
What these companies do is, they use, um click stream analysis and cookies to be able to store information about your preferences, um, you know what you clicked on and be able to make different recommendations in terms of ads and so on to you.
So, um, the balanced approach is what is recommended and that's the one I'm using as well.
So you can make an informed decision as to, you know, what options or settings you want to to choose based on your preferences, all right, um in another video I'll share with you about browsing in private, but for my setting I'll leave this on.
So it says, always use strict tracking prevention when browsing in private.
So we'll, look at that in my next video.
Another option you do have as well is to clear your browsing data on demand as well as what do you want your browser to clear, uh, the data, once it has browsing data once it has been closed.
So for the first option choose what to clear you can see here, it gives it an option in terms of what you want to clear information based on your.
Um.
Last hour or 24 hours different periods of time and, um, you know, by default mine is on all time.
You can clear all of these information, including including passwords, um different, you know, forms or information that you would have filled out on various sites that you sign up for different Services.
You can clear all of that all right by just clicking on clear now.
Okay.
So we also have the option if we want to to choose to clear, um, all of these different information.
Every time the browser closes right.
So it will be cleared automatically so you're, browsing history or downloads, your cookies, um, you have the option to to choose to clear all of these.
And once again, you can make an informed decision, depending on how you use your browser and the uh, I.
Guess, the level of secure to you and confidence.
You have in your computer settings and the different services that you're utilizing.
So you can make an informed decision to do that.
But as for me, I choose to clear all of these information, including passwords autofill site permissions, once my browser is closed all right.
So you can take a strict, um approach to that.
It depends, uh, there's, always a trade-off with you know, convenience as well as security all right.
And you have additional information here like, uh, this one allowing size to check if you have payment methods, um, I, I don't do that.
But once again, depending on your privacy and security posture so to speak, then you can decide to to do that or not all right.
And of course, there are some security settings here, I'm, not going to go through all of these.
Some of these are a little bit more advanced like managing security certificates, we'll, probably look at that in another video.
But some of these you can see for example block, potentially unwanted apps, we definitely want to be able to do that.
And of course, the defender smart screen that protects you from malicious sites and downloads, right? You can definitely enable that one.
And this one the typo squatter or squatting Checker.
So that if you misspell an address, and this is something that malicious, you know, websites use a lot.
For example, if you're going to PayPal for example, and maybe you would have misspelled PayPal in some way and maybe type PayPal one, then you maybe led to a malicious website or phishing website.
So you have to be careful of that, um.
And yes, you can see the others make sense as well for optimal security.
You want to use secure website as much as possible all right.
And then you have here.
The security enhancement option I have that as well, checked and I'm, taking a balanced approach to Security on my browser in Edge using this balanced, um option here.
But once again, you can decide to go the basic some using this balance approach there maybe some sites or some aspects of some sites that may not work that well.
And you can always reset your settings by the way there is this option here on the left, uh, that says, reset settings, you can click on this option, and you can choose the restore your settings to the default if you do encounter any challenges all right.
So, please remember that I'm not going to do that in this instance, I'm going to click on cancel, but you have that option just in case it would have made an error, um in or something is not working as it should after you have changed your settings.
So please be aware of that.
So we can also look at cookies and set permissions and um, we have different options here has released to managing your your cookies and cookies are small pieces of information that is stored on your computer that allows, um allows companies to be able to save different information on you like your preferences, your habits, what you you know, you click on what you like what you dislike, if you go to for example, e-commerce website, all right.
So you have the option to manage information here.
So I have chosen to block, third-party cookies, um, well, you can do that too and um, you can allow certain sizes save and read cookies, which is the recommended because for some sites, the features, maina, I mean, these are these are legitimate sites, but some legitimate sites some of the features may not work.
Um as expected, because they automatically store necessary cookies, right to make the site work as though it should.
So you can choose once again based on your preference and your browsing habits.
But, um, you also have options for exceptions.
So you'll choose a very strict approach.
Then you can decide to add here exceptions, where you have a low right? You can add exceptions.
So you just copy this side here, and you will add them using this add option here, um.
And yes, if there are size that you want to block as well, maybe some that you just don't want them to store information on you, uh, you can go ahead.
And in this option for block, you can add those sites there all right.
So you also have, um others that you want to clear on exits, you can choose to add them here as well.
So you have a number of options.
You can choose from in terms of how to manage cookies in different sites that want to store data about you all right? You also have various other permissions here.
As we look, for example, location camera, many sites like your conferencing meeting tools websites will utilize those things like cameras, microphone Etc.
So you can allow them to ask first that makes very good sense.
You want them to ask permission, don't, just, you know, enable your camera like that.
So, um, yeah, you can also see the option for pop-ups here.
And this is blocked by default.
But there may be some legitimate sites once again, um that you may need to add here using the allo option, right? And you will be able to get, you know, those sites will be able to work as they should.
So there are some legitimate sites that actually use pop-ups.
So while it is not recommended to allow pop-ups, you also want to make the exception for the legitimate sites websites, all right.
And there are other options that you can look at, and you can scroll through and see, but for the most part, what we have looked at so far are the basic settings you'd want to be aware of as it relates to your privacy and security when browsing using Microsoft Edge, all right.
So I hope, this video would have helped you in some way.
And if it does once again, please remember to share and subscribe if you haven't subscribed and I'll see you in my next video.
FAQs
How to Manage your Browser Privacy & Security Settings in Microsoft Edge | Tech Veggies? ›
In Microsoft Edge, go to Settings and more . Select Settings > Privacy, search, and services. Under the Security section, confirm that Enhance your security on the web is On. Select the browsing mode that's right for you.
How do I manage permissions in edge? ›Visit a website in Microsoft Edge. In the corner of the address bar, select the Lock , Info , or Dangerous icon and select Site permissions. Next to Location, choose Ask (default), Allow, or Block from the list.
How do I check browser settings on Microsoft Edge? ›In the top corner of the browser window, select Settings and more , or use the keyboard shortcut Alt+F, and select Settings .
How do I remove restrictions from Microsoft Edge? ›If you are using Microsoft Edge, you may change the settings by clicking the three dotted line from the upper right of your browser and click on Settings then go Privacy and Services and from there you will see 'Tracking prevention' option and from there you could modify the restrictions.
How to fix your browser is managed by your organization Microsoft Edge? ›For Edge, navigate to \Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge. In the right pane, check for any suspicious policies. If it exists, right-click on the policy and select Delete. Close Registry Editor and restart your computer to see if the message is removed.
How do I change Privacy settings on Edge? ›- 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.
You can change your default browser in your default app or browser settings. In Windows 10, click Start > Settings > Apps > Default apps, then click Web browser and choose your preferred browser.
Where do I find my browser settings? ›- On your Android phone or tablet, go to google.com.
- At the top left, tap Menu. Settings.
- Choose your search settings.
- At the bottom, click Save.
- Select Start > Settings > Apps > Default apps. Open Default apps.
- Select Microsoft Edge.
- Next to Make Microsoft Edge your default browser, select Set default.
It may be that your tracking privacy setting in Edge are too strict for how this website has been designed, could you try the following steps in Edge: Click on the three dots menu button. Click on Settings. Click on Privacy, search, and services.
How do I reset permissions in Microsoft Edge? ›
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- Navigate to the website you want to manage.
- Click the Lock icon next to the website link in the address bar.
- Use the drop-down menus to change the permissions.
- The “Turn It Off and On Again” Method.
- Disable Your Firewall and Antivirus.
- Reset or Reinstall Your Antivirus Program.
- Use the Built-in Network Troubleshooter.
- Roll Back Driver.
- Update or Uninstall the Driver.
- Browser-Specific Fixes.
- Clear Cookies and Cache.
To see them, in a new tab open the page edge://policy. Each entry in the top section headed Microsoft Edge Policies represents an individual policy. There are more than 450 different policies available, some of them with multiple settings.
How do I know if my browser is managed by my organization? ›To check the extensions your organization set up on your browser, click Managed by your organization in the Chrome menu. You can also type chrome://management in the address bar and press Enter.
How to bypass your browser is managed by your organization? ›If the “managed by your organization” message appears after installing an application or Chrome extension, you should immediately uninstall that application or extension and run a full system scan using a secure antivirus like Norton.
How do I change access permissions? ›- Login to your computer as an admin. ...
- Right-click on the file or folder you want to change permissions and select Properties. ...
- Select the Security tab. ...
- Select the user you want to modify permissions and then click Edit.
- To add a new user or group click on Edit and then Add.
- Click Advanced and then Find now.
- Access the Properties dialog box.
- Select the Security tab. ...
- Click Edit.
- In the Group or user name section, select the user(s) you wish to set permissions for.
- In the Permissions section, use the checkboxes to select the appropriate permission level.
- Click Apply.
- Click Okay.
You can use sudo -l command to check all the commands currently logged In user can run. If you see output like below i.e (ALL:ALL) ALL then it means you have unlimited access and you are almost capable of running any command.
Where is Privacy and Security in Edge? ›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.
Is there a private mode on Microsoft Edge? ›Here's how to turn on private browsing in Microsoft Edge: Launch your Edge browser and open the menu by clicking the three dots in the upper right corner of the window. Select “New InPrivate Window.”
Why can't I change my Microsoft privacy settings? ›
This is likely due to two reasons: You're using a child account that's a member of an Xbox family group. You're using an adult account that's set as a member of an Xbox family group.
How do I clean my browser settings? ›On your computer, open Chrome. Clear browsing data. At the top, choose a time range. To delete everything, select All time.
What does reset browser settings mean? ›Keep in mind that resetting your browser will remove all of your settings (for example, saved passwords, history, your home page, and saved website-handling information). Your Favorites may not be deleted.
How do I go back to normal browser? ›- Click the menu icon ( ) ...
- Select Settings toward the bottom of the drop-down menu.
- Choose Reset and clean up on the left side of the Settings page.
- Select Restore settings to their original defaults.
- Click the Reset settings button in the pop-up window.
The latest Chromebooks and most Android phones come with Chrome set up as the default browser.
Should you use Microsoft Edge? ›Since Edge moved to Chromium, the browsers are very similar, and which one works better for you is a personal choice. However, in a few areas, Edge has the edge. If you prioritize speed or low resource consumption, you should choose Microsoft Edge over Chrome.
Where is advanced settings in Edge? ›Click More button. Select Settings. Scroll down to Advanced settings. Click View Advanced settings.
Is Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge the same? ›The Edge icon, a blue letter "e," is similar to the Internet Explorer icon, but they are separate applications. To open Internet Explorer, open the Windows menu in the lower left corner of your screen and begin typing "Internet Explorer." IE will pop up in a search menu.
Is Microsoft Edge blocking Google Chrome? ›Microsoft Edge is now displaying in-browser alerts that discourage users from downloading Google Chrome by bashing the popular browser. As developers compete for control of browser market share, it is not uncommon for them to try and discourage users from downloading competing browsers.
How do I stop Edge from hijacking my browser? ›Clearing the cache and cookies from your browser can remove any remaining tracking from hijack sites. Open Microsoft Edge, select the Menu, point to History, and select Clear browsing data. Select the items you'd like to clear, and select Clear now.
How do I stop my browser from blocking a website? ›
- Method 1: Use a proxy.
- Method 2: Use the Google cache.
- Method 3: Try a URL shortener.
- Method 4: Try the IP address.
- Method 5: Unblock websites in Chrome and Safari.
- Method 6: Switch between HTTP and HTTPS.
- Method 7: Use Tor Browser.
- Method 8: Use a VPN.
Websites get blocked when they detect an IP address that isn't supposed to access the restricted content. Your IP (Internet Protocol) address identifies your device on the internet and reveals your physical location. That's what lets websites find your IP and block (or allow) your device.
Why am I getting your Internet access is blocked? ›There could be several reasons if your access to the internet is blocked. Some reasons include firewall blocking, illegal file sharing, malware, blocked network settings, etc. All the solutions described above help solve this problem. Restart your PC and check if your internet works.
Why is my firewall blocking Microsoft Edge? ›Microsoft Edge Update might be blocked by your firewall. To troubleshoot: Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security , and then, under Windows Firewall, select Allow an app through Windows Firewall. Select Change Settings > Allow another app, and then select Browse.
What are the three 3 different ways to open Microsoft Edge? ›How to open Microsoft Edge in Windows 10 using its shortcuts on the desktop, taskbar, or Start Menu. Windows 10 has shortcuts for Microsoft Edge on the desktop, the taskbar, and the Start Menu, by default. For example, you can open Microsoft Edge by double-clicking or double-tapping on its desktop shortcut.
Is Microsoft Edge tracking me? ›The Microsoft Edge web platform will send info about how you use the web platform and sites you visit in the application to Microsoft. This data collection is determined by your optional diagnostic data setting in Privacy, search, and services settings in Microsoft Edge.
What feature in Microsoft Edge prevents anyone who might be using your computer from seeing what sites you visited? ›Private browsing.
Microsoft Edge supports incognito browsing through InPrivate mode. The InPrivate feature opens a new, dedicated window that prevents browsing activity from being tracked by cookies and websites.
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Chrome app .
- If you find a list of policies, your browser is managed. If you don't, your browser isn't managed.
It looks like you're concerned that your browser is being managed without your consent. Though you're signed in to your personal account, as long as any enterprise policy is present which could be set by a third-party software, malware or an extension, the browser may appear as managed.
Can my organization see my history Chrome? ›The law does not let your employer monitor your personal browsing history — that is, websites you visit or information you store on your personal computer.
What organization is your browser managed by your organization? ›
What is "Managed by your organization"? "Managed by your organization" is a Google Chrome feature (it can be found on the main menu) which allows administrators to manage browsers (set various policies) for users within their organization.
How to remove some settings are managed by your organization on Windows? ›- Remove work or school accounts.
- Create a new Administrator account.
- Change your Diagnostic and usage data.
- Change your settings from Group Policy Editor.
- Edit your registry.
- Enable Telemetry. ...
- Remove the policies from the registry.
- Check the scheduled tasks.
- On your device, open the Settings app.
- Tap Apps.
- Tap the app you want to change. If you can't find it, tap See all apps. ...
- Tap Permissions. If you allowed or denied any permissions for the app, you'll find them here.
- To change a permission setting, tap it, then choose Allow or Don't allow.
Microsoft Edge > Adding Trusted Sites
In the Internet Properties window, click the Security tab. Select the Trusted sites entry and click the Sites button. Enter the address for the trusted website in the Add this website to the zone text field. Click the Add button, then click OK to save the website addition.
Open Microsoft Edge and then select Settings and more > Settings > Site permissions. Select Cookies and site data. Here you can set specific controls for cookies. Select See all cookies and site data.
What does change permissions mean? ›There are three types of share permissions: Full Control, Change, and Read. Full Control: Enables users to “read,” “change,” as well as edit permissions and take ownership of files. Change: Change means that user can read/execute/write/delete folders/files within share.
How do I remove permissions from my computer? ›Right-click Start, then choose Control Panel. Select User Accounts, then User accounts again. Click Manage User Accounts. Select the user you want to remove, then click Delete the account.
How do I reset my browser permissions? ›Tap the permission you want to update. To change a setting, select it. To clear the site's settings, tap Reset permissions.
How do I remove administrator from Microsoft Edge? ›Method 1: - Press the Windows Key + S and type in uac and click on Change User Account Control settings. - Move the slider to the second option from the bottom that reads, Notify me only when apps try to make changes to my computer. - Reboot the computer and check if Edge will still have Administrator Mode.
How do I change the administrator on Microsoft Edge? ›- Login to the Administrator account on the computer.
- Press Windows Logo key + R, to open Run dialog box.
- Type netplwiz and click on OK.
- Double click on the user profile for which you want to change the account type.
- Go to Group Membership tab.
- Select Administrator and click on Apply.
Why does Edge say my website is not secure? ›
This is due to an issue with security certificates, and many times is not the fault of your computer or your web browser at all. These certificates are what websites use to prove they are who they say they are on the internet, and if your browser detects an issue with a certificate, it will issue a warning.
How do I allow unsecure websites in edge? ›Browse to the location Computer Configuration/Administrative Templates/Microsoft Edge . Double click Control where security restrictions on insecure origins apply. Click Enabled. Under Options, click Show... and type the URLs you want to apply this policy under Value, click OK.
What does cookies do in Microsoft Edge? ›We recommend you use Microsoft Edge for a faster, more secure and more modern web browsing experience. Cookies are small files that websites put on your PC to store info about your preferences.
How do I change my browser privacy settings to accept cookies? ›- On your computer, open Chrome.
- At the top right, click More Settings .
- Under "Privacy and security," click Cookies and other site data.
- Select an option: Allow all cookies. Block all cookies (not recommended). Block third party cookies in Incognito. Block third-party cookies.
Replies (1)
Edge should only prompt for webcam permission if a website requests it. If the request is suspicious or happens at other times then please report this as a bug to Edge Developers in the Edge Hub (three dots to right of URL address bar) then Help & Feedback, then Feedback form to fill out.