How to Stop Pop Ups and Ads on a Web Browser
Common Browser Issues
When advertisements pop up on the browser while surfing the web, it can be annoying no matter which browser you are using. Not all pop ups are malicious, but some are. In some web browsers, you can disable pop ups as and when they appear by clicking on the notification and changing certain settings for that. Below is how to stop pop ups in your browser, so that it does not even appear in future browsing sessions.
How to Stop Pop Ups on Internet Explorer
You can reset the settings of Internet Explorer to return its settings to how they were when you first installed the browser on Windows. To reset the IE browser, follow the steps mentioned below.
- Open the browser, click the icon on the top-right corner denoted by a turning gear, and choose Internet Options from the context menu.
- In the new dialog box that appears next, switch to Advanced tab and click on Reset
- In the new dialog box, put a tick mark next to Delete personal settings checkbox, and click Reset button for confirmation.
- Also, click on Close button when the browser resets and sends a dialog box confirming the same.
- After that, close the browser and reopen it to see if that has stopped pop up advertisements.
How to Block Pop Ups on Mozilla Firefox
If the ads are popping up while using Firefox, reset it to a factory default state while saving key browsing information such as bookmarks, autofill data, and passwords.
- Open Mozilla Firefox, click on the menu button denoted by three-horizontal lines on the top-right corner, and choose Help from the drop-down.
- In case you cannot access the menu, key in about:support in the address bar of the browser and press Enter.
- On the right side of the Troubleshooting Information page, click on the Reset Firefox or Refresh Firefox
- To confirm the reset, click the same button when a new dialog box appears.
- The browser will now close and revert to factory default settings. When it is done, click on Finish.
Note that in case the reset is successful, an Old Firefox Data folder will appear itself on the desktop. In case it does not resolve your pop up ads problem, you can restore unsaved information by copying files to the new profile folder. In case you do not require the old folder on the desktop, you can delete the folder too.
How to Stop Pop Ups on Google Chrome
Type chrome://settings/content in the address bar, choose Ads button, and select the toggle switch to change the setting. Generally, Google Chrome blocks pop up ads by default. Whenever an ad pops up, you must have seen a notification in address bar denoting the same. By clicking on that, you can Allow pop-ups for a specific website. However, if pop ups persist while surfing the web, you will require advanced steps to work around the issue
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- Open Google Chrome, click the menu button denoted by three-dot or three-horizontal lines on the top-right corner, and choose Settings from the drop-down menu. You can access the same by typing chrome://settings in the address bar of the browser and by pressing Enter.
- In the new page that displays Chrome’s settings, scroll down to and find the Advanced Click on the drop-down to explore the advanced settings of the browser.
- Find Restore settings to their original defaults and click on the button. Then, a confirmation dialog box will appear on-screen detailing what all will be restored. This will not clear saved passwords or bookmarks, so if you are good to go, click on Reset button to confirm that.
Uninstall Potentially Unwanted Programs
Search for Add or remove programs in the Start menu and open the same from the search results. Then right-click on a program that you do not recognize, and choose Uninstall. If you have installed any suspicious programs that probably triggers pop ups, removing that from the computer will fix the pop up issues.
Note that if pop up ads are showing on all browsers, then it could be a malware problem in the computer too. In which case, you will have to get rid of it using a trusted antivirus software. Get in touch with our certified browser support technicians to learn how to do that and how to stop pop ups from appearing on your PC once and for all.
6 Troubleshooting Steps to Fix Some Common Chrome Browser Issues
Chrome Browser Issues
It is seen that certain errors occur while loading a web page or surfing the web on Google Chrome. Some errors suggest a failure to establish a connection to the web server, that connection is timed out, or that browser tabs are freezing or hanging up. If any of such errors are causing Google Chrome not responding issues, try out the below troubleshooting steps to fix the problems that lead to it.
Add Google Chrome to the Firewall Exception
By default, Windows Firewall is meant to restrict certain applications or potentially harmful files from the internet. However, many users have reported that since the Windows Firewall filters the web content, it can sometimes cause site-loading issues too. You can work around that by exempting Chrome from the Firewall. Here is how to do that.
- Click Start button, key in Firewall in the search box, and open Allow a program through Windows Firewall from the search results.
- In the new window that opens, click on Change Settings and select Allow another program.
- Make sure there is a selection next to Google Chrome. Usually, the Chrome browser is allowed on Windows Firewall, but if it is not, give it an exception.
- In case you cannot find it listed there, click Allow another app button and a new dialog box will appear. In that, choose Google Chrome and click Add. Then, return to the main window and click on OK to confirm the changes.
Clear the DNS Cache Using Command Prompt
If host connection errors pop up on Chrome browser, then the DNS cache may be to blame. This can be resolved by clearing the cache.
- Press Windows key, and type Command Prompt in the search box of Start menu.
- Right-click on the Command Prompt link in the search results, and select Run as administrator.
- Type the command ipconfig /flushdns in the command box, and hit the Enter
- When the message, Windows IP configuration successfully flushed the DNS Resolver Cache is displayed in the command box, close the window and restart your computer.
Scan the PC for Malware
Sometimes, malware in the computer can cause Google Chrome not responding errors. There is also a way to check for malware or clean up computer on the browser, but if it were hanging up, you would have to rely on antivirus software for that. If you a have third-party antivirus installed in the system, perform a malware scan. If it detects any unwanted programs, remove them manually or by following the instructions on the antivirus.
Scan for Corrupted System Files Using SFC Scan Command
Corrupted system files can cause Chrome browser issues, so to resolve them you have to repair the files. This can be done by using Command Prompt.
- Run Command Prompt as administrator, type sfc /scannow in the command box, and then press Enter.
- Wait for some time for the scan to complete. Once it is done, see to it if the issue is fixed. If not, run the below command:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
- After the DISM scan is completed on cmd, crosscheck if the problem persists. If it is still there, repeat the SFC method mentioned above and check if that step resolves the browser issue.
Ensure Google Chrome is Up-to-Date
In case some errors are causing Google Chrome to freeze or crash from time to time, it is likely the browser is outdated. Chrome often release bug fixes in available versions, so updating it can resolve certain issues caused due to bugs. The browser automatically checks for updates, but you can also do that manually. For that, follow the steps mentioned below.
- Launch Google Chrome.
- Click on the three-dot icon on the upper-right side, choose Help from the pop-up menu, and click About Google Chrome.
- In the new page, wait for Chrome to complete Checking for updates. If they are available, the browser will automatically download them. If they are not available, it will be up-to-date.
Clear Browsing Data
Another common reason behind Google Chrome not responding errors is the browser cache. If it is corrupted, you might come across issues that suggest the same. Yet again, you can try clearing the cache to troubleshoot the issues. For that:
- Open Chrome or select a tab to make it active.
- Press Ctrl, Shift, and Delete keys simultaneously.
- In the new window, make sure the checkboxes Browsing history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files are selected.
- Also, configure Time range of browsing as All time and click Clear Data
Once the browser completes clearing the information, see to it if the issue persists. If none of these steps helps with that, you would have to reset or reinstall Google Chrome. Better yet, get in touch with our certified browser support technicians for advanced assistance.
How to Troubleshoot or Work around No Sound on Google Chrome
Chrome Browser Issues
There can be many causes to no sound error on Google Chrome, including improper configurations and faulty drivers. Having no sound can take away the fun of playing videos on the web. Since its causes are varied, you might have to try out any of the below troubleshooting steps to fix or work around the issue.
Basic Steps to Troubleshoot No Sound on Chrome
- Refresh the tabs and try playing the video to see if that fixes the no sound. Also, try exiting all Chrome tabs and reopening it.
- Reboot the computer, and see if the error persists.
- Make sure the installed browser is up-to-date.
These are three of the basic things to do to fix some of the common browser problems, including Google Chrome not responding errors and no sound issues. Apart from that, ensure you have updated sound drivers installed on the PC to eliminate that cause of the error. Also, check the same audio-contained web page on a different browser to identify if it is a Chrome-only issue.
Check Chrome Sound in Volume Mixer
Even if the sound is not muted in the computer, it is still likely Chrome volume is. To check that, follow the steps below:
- Click on the Volume icon on the taskbar, and on the Mixer link to access Volume Mixer.
- Check to see if Chrome’s audio is muted. In case you do not see Chrome listed in Volume Mixer, run the problem sound file over the web to make it appear there. If it does not, right-click on the Volume icon, and choose Playback Devices from the pop-up menu.
- Now right-click on the Speakers button with a green tick and choose Properties.
- Under Speakers Properties, choose the Advanced tab, and put a tick mark next to the first checkbox below Exclusive Mode. This allows apps to take exclusive control of an audio endpoint device.
- Once you apply this setting, the Volume bar of Chrome should pop up in Volume Mixer.
Properly Configure the Speakers
If the speaker set-up does not match the default configuration on Windows, then related Chrome browser issues may occur. Here is what you have to do to configure the setting correctly.
- Right-click on the Volume icon and choose Playback Devices.
- Then, right-click on the default Speakers button as said, and choose Configure Speakers from the context menu.
- In the Speaker Setup dialog box that appears next, go to Audio Channels, choose the speaker connected to the computer, and click on Next button to complete the setup as per instructions.
Use Chrome Canary
You can use Chrome Canary if the present version of the browser has issues, including no sound. To download and install this experimental version of Chrome, with bug fixes and latest features, you will have to uninstall the browser from the computer. Note that uninstalling and reinstalling or even updating the browser can fix Google Chrome not responding errors as well, which pops up frequently on the browser. On the other hand, if the sound is not working on Chrome Canary as well, then the standard browser is to blame. However, if sound works on the Alpha version of Chrome, then stick with it until Google releases its main version with issues resolved.
Clear Cookies and Caches
Sometimes, clearing cookies and caches can resolve Google Chrome no sound problem, especially if it occurs only on particular websites.
- To access Clear Browsing Data, press and hold down Control, Shift and Delete keys simultaneously on the keyboard.
- Once Clear Browsing Data popup appears, ensure that the third and fourth checkboxes are selected under the dialog box, and click on Clear Data.
Disable Browser Extensions
To identify if a plugin installed on Chrome is causing the no sound error, open the browser on Incognito Mode by pressing Control, Shift, and N keys at the same time. Then, open an audio file on Chrome’s private browsing mode to see if the sound is playing. If it is, then an extension might be causing the problem. Here is how to access extensions installed on Chrome.
- Type chrome://extensions in the address bar of an active tab and press Enter key to navigate to the page containing a list of plugins. To disable extensions on Chrome browser, you only need to click on the toggle switch next to each one.
- After disabling all extensions, enable one-by-one to figure out which one is causing the issue and disable it.
See if disabling and enabling any extension is not causing Google Chrome not responding error; if so, you might need to remove such extensions from the browser. For that, press Shift and Esc keys on an active tab on the browser, choose suspicious extensions listed there and click on End Process.
Reinstall Google Chrome and Do Not Sign in
If you sign into the user profile, it will activate the Chrome sync feature. So, uninstall and reinstall the browser. When prompted to sign in to Gmail, skip that step, and see to it if no sound is resolved. If you can access audio on Chrome, then sign in to the user profile and things such as bookmarks, browsing history, and passwords will be synchronized. In case no sound occurs subsequently, then you will have to Reset Chrome.
Reset Google Chrome
Since this can switch the browser to a default state, it can even fix Google Chrome not responding error as well as other common browser problems.
- Type chrome://settings on the address bar and press Enter
- Under Chrome settings page, click Advanced drop-down button. Then, scroll down and click on Reset settings Confirm that by clicking on the same button upon prompt.
If you are still experiencing no sound issues in Chrome or ran into any other browser issues, better our tech support team for help. Remember, tweaking the settings you are not familiar with can lead to potential data loss.
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How to Fix “This Plugin is Vulnerable and Should Be Updated” Error in Firefox
Common Browser Issues
Mozilla Firefox is one of the fastest and safest internet browsers available to computer users today. The comfort, convenience, and greater security offered by the internet browser have urged millions of computer users to use Firefox instead of Google Chrome, Opera, Internet Explorer, and other options. In fact, users who were loyal to Chrome and the ones who prefer open-source options have also made a swift switch to Mozilla Firefox due to the number of benefits the browser offers.
The latest features and options that are included in the updated version of Mozilla Firefox have helped users to block pop up ads with utmost ease. In addition to that, several computer users also claim that where they found Chrome browser issues to be frustrating and hard to fix, they were able to fix Firefox browser issues easily with simple troubleshooting.
Note that if you are using an outdated browser version, then you will surely encounter Chrome browser issues and constant pop up ads, and that goes true for Firefox as well. Fortunately, users will be able to block pop up ads in Mozilla Firefox with the help of extensions like Adblock Plus. However, several users who are using the latest version of Mozilla Firefox recently complained that they keep on receiving a “This plugin is vulnerable and should be updated” error message while they are using Firefox. This might make you stay away from the extensions that would help to block pop up ads.
It is reported that Mozilla, Google, and Microsoft have all been trying to abandon NPAPI plugins in their respective browsers. However, one of the noticeable exceptions is the Adobe Flash plugin, which is still actively used in both Firefox and Chrome. Even though plugins and extensions are very rarely used in most of the updated internet browsers, several users still depend on some, and encounter the “This plugin is vulnerable and should be updated” error. If you are receiving such an error message on your Mozilla Firefox browser, try the below simple troubleshooting steps to fix the issue.
Update Mozilla Firefox
The first thing you should do is to check whether you have updated the Mozilla Firefox browser on your device to the latest version. For that,
- Open Mozilla Firefox browser on your PC, and click on the Open menu button (three horizontal lines) on the top right corner of the internet browser.
- Expand the Help menu of the browser, scroll through the list of options, and click on the About Firefox
- The Mozilla Firefox browser in your computer will now automatically check for updates. If there are any latest updates available, then all you need to do is to simply click on the Restart Firefox to Update
When done, launch the browser and see if you are receiving the error message again. Updating your Firefox browser to the latest version usually solves most of the common browser issues and it will also help you to block pop up ads automatically. If you are still experiencing the issue, move on to the next troubleshooting step.
Enable the Flash Plugin
- Open the Mozilla Firefox browser on your computer and then click on the Open menu
- Locate the Add-ons in the menu and click on it. Alternatively, you can use Ctrl + Shift + A shortcut combo to open the about:addons page on Firefox.
- Click on the Plugins option in the left pane of the about:addons
- See if the Shockwave Flash in the tab is automatically configured to Never Activate. If so, then you will need to change it to Ask to Activate.
- The Firefox browser on your computer will now ask the permission to activate the Flash plugin.
Grant the permission by strictly following the guidelines and then see if the “This plugin is vulnerable and should be updated” error is appearing on the screen of your device while you are browsing the internet. If yes, try the next troubleshooting step.
Disable the Error Message
- Open Mozilla Firefox, enter about:config in the address bar of the browser, and hit the Enter
- You might see a This Might Void your Warranty! warning message on the screen. If so, click on I Accept the Risk to continue.
- Enter blocklist.enabled in the search box of the newly opened page and then hit the Enter key. Double-click on extensions.blocklist.enabled to turn its status to Default from Modified.
- Restart your Firefox browser and check whether the error message is still popping up or not.
In most cases, any one of these three troubleshooting steps helps users to fix the error. However, if you are still receiving the “This plugin is vulnerable and should be updated” error message, consult with our expert browser support technicians for further assistance.
How to Remove Spybot Search and Destroy from Windows PC
Common Browser Issues
Even if you uninstall some programs on Windows, its associated modules and files might not get cleared from the computer completely. This guide focuses on Spybot Search and Destroy, which is an adware and spyware removal program. There are two ways for that as explained in detail below.
Uninstalling Spybot Search and Destroy
- Click on Start on the desktop or tap the Windows button on your keyboard to launch the Start Menu. Click on Programs and Features option in the menu to open it. In case you cannot see it on your Windows version, look it up on the search box of Start Menu.
- Scroll down to and find Spybot Search and Destroy in the list of installed programs on Windows, and choose Uninstall or Change.
- Follow the instructions on the uninstall wizard to complete the process. As per the Windows version, you will have to click on Yes for confirmation, click Next and proceed until an Uninstall button appears on the pop up box.
- Once you uninstall the program from Windows, restart the PC for the changes to take effect.
Once the computer reboots, open Windows Registry Editor. For that, type regedit in the search box of Start Menu, choose the editor from the search results, and click OK to confirm that once a dialog box pops up. Inside the Registry Editor, you need to navigate through the directories to locate Spybot – Search and Destroy folder and delete it. If you are using Windows 7, click HKEY_CURRENT_USER on the left pane of the Registry Editor, choose Software directory, and delete the registry files and keys in the Spybot – Search and Destroy folder.
You can also remove the program using the uninstaller file of Spybot Search and Destroy. For that, right click on the desktop shortcut of the Spybot program and select Open File Location option from the pop-up menu. When in the drive or location in which the program is installed, look for the uninstaller file for Spybot Search and Destroy, most likely to be titled Unins000. Double-click on the executable file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.
No matter which of the above steps you choose to uninstall Spybot Search and Destroy, make sure to clean the residual files from the Windows Registry as instructed above. Yet remember, altering any keys or directories in the Registry Editor wrongly can lead to further issues. So it is better to contact our technical support team in case you do not know how to do that.
How to Troubleshoot User Profile Not Loading Error on Google Chrome
Common Browser Issues
At times, an error message appears on Google Chrome denoting that its user profile could not be opened rightly. It can be as annoying as seeing popup advertisements on Chrome and then looking up for how to stop pop up ads troubleshoots on the internet. Yet sometimes, a simple refresh could do the trick and fix the error.
Still, if you run into the error too many time, it could be because of the bunged up browsing history. The corrupt web data files in the computer can trigger the error on the browser as well. So first, you need to delete the browsing history files from Chrome’s directories after backing up the valuable data. Note that web data files comprise passwords, add-ons, bookmarks, and so forth.
Removing Chrome’s Web Data Files
- Exit the browser by closing all its open tabs
- If you are using Windows 7, navigate to C:\Users\%User Profile%\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default
Note that the User Profile can be a name you have assigned to the account, which is used to sign into Windows PC. Navigate through to the Default folder, and find and delete the web data file from the last folder. After that, open Google Chrome to see if the error is fixed.
Create a New User Profile by Copying Data from the Old One
Instead of deleting the web data file, you can copy helpful data from the old user profile of Google Chrome in a new one. For that, follow the below steps:
- Rename the Default folder to Default2, and create a new folder and name it as Default. For that, right-click on an empty space in the open folder and choose New followed by Folder from the pop-up menu.
- Then, copy the folders or files one by one from the actual or renamed folder to the empty Default After copying each file or folder, open Google Chrome to see in case the issue persists.
Delete the Present User Profile and Create a New One
If the above-mentioned steps fail to troubleshoot the Chrome browser issues, you should delete the profile and create a new one. For that,
- Open Google Chrome, type chrome://settings on the address bar, and hit the Enter
- Then, click Manage Other People, click the three-dot button on top of user profile photo and click Remove This Person. Confirm that if Chrome prompts you to do so.
- Next, add a new user profile.
In case you are still experiencing the error on Google Chrome, contact our team of browsing support professionals for expert assistance.
How to Fix Google Chrome Kill Pages or Wait Error
Common Browser Issues
Google Chrome is one of the safest and fastest internet browsers out there. With a single click, users will be able to access social media platforms, browse websites, play online games, and stream videos with utmost ease. This is the reason why millions of people from all over the world use Google Chrome for their work and personal needs.
However, several users who use Google Chrome often complain that they have been experiencing Chrome plugins not working and other Chrome browser issues at regular intervals. If you are one among them, then you will need to check whether you are using an up-to-date version of Chrome as a first line of troubleshooting. If not, updating the browser to the latest version might help you to resolve the Chrome plugins not working error.
Google Chrome kill pages or wait error is another frustrating Chrome browser issue that affects thousands of computer users. Users who experience this error will be able to see an error message on the screen of their device when they are trying to load a webpage through Google Chrome. Worry not, this error can be fixed easily with the below simple troubleshooting steps.
Clear Cache
- Open Google Chrome on your computer. Click on the three-dot icon on the right top corner of the internet browser.
- Scroll through the list of options until you see the Clear History Click on it and then proceed to the next troubleshooting step.
- You will now be able to find a Clear browsing data option under Clear History. Click on it and then choose History and Cached images and files. Then click on the Clear Data option right at the bottom of the pop-up box.
Disable Cookies
- Open a new tab in the Google Chrome browser on your PC
- Type in chrome://settings/content into the address bar of the internet browser.
- Locate the Cookies option from the list and click on it.
- Ensure that the Block third-party cookies and site data option is turned on.
When done, restart the browser and check whether you are still encountering the Google Chrome kill pages or wait error. If yes, you should consider seeking the help of expert browser support technicians.
Resolving New Spam Tabs in Chrome
Spam Tabs In Chrome
Of the pop ups Chrome occasionally serves up from nowhere, the ones with spam sites loaded on them have to be the most annoying. Many users face the problem where a click placed anywhere on the page prompts the opening of a new tab which loads a spam page. Maybe it is an ad, which you have to close, so you do that. However, this holds the problem back for barely a minute, after which it is back again to get in the way of work or entertainment.
The good news is that this issue can be resolved, at least on Windows 10. You can either use the inbuilt OS functions for this or install any third party tools. Following is how to remove the pop ups Chrome loads without warning.
- Check the extensions: First things first, check all the extensions that you recently installed in Chrome. For this, hit the three-dot button at the top right, choose More Tools, and then Extensions. From the list, disable all the extensions and restart the browser. See if the problem persists, and if not, singly enable the extensions until it comes back. The last one you enabled is the culprit, so get rid of it.
- Check the software: Newly installed programs may have fundamentally changed some of the settings in Chrome, maybe because you were not paying attention to the wizard prompts while installing. Uninstall the most recent ones and check if the issue is still there. Install them again, and see if it reappears. Again, the last one is the culprit.
- Check cookies: Every browser has cookies enabled by default. These may have harmful scripts, which are causing new tabs to open without apparent reason. Go to Settings and choose Advanced, and then select Clear Browsing Data. Alternatively, press the Ctrl + Shift + Del key combination to bring up this option. You will see various options; from these, choose Cookies and Other Site Data, and then hit Clear Browsing Data.
- Use third party tools: This option is always risky, but often effective. The wise thing to do is get a certified support technician on board before you begin, which minimizes chances of bungling this irrecoverably. Use external software and clear out any malware that may be causing the issue. Some of these work quite nicely, while others can add to the headache you are already trying to fix
The above methods let you successfully remove the pop ups Chrome loads without warning. For help with this or any other tech issue, call 844-202-3034, and one of our experts will lend a hand.
How to Create and Make Edits to a New User Profile on Google Chrome
Chrome Browser Issues
If you share the computer with your friends or colleagues for web browsing, then adding a new user profile on Google Chrome comes in handy. A benefit of that is the browsing information such as history, passwords, bookmarks, and other Chrome settings can be separated. If a new user surfs the web by logging into Chrome browser with Gmail credentials, they can see information such as the websites you have visited. However, you can avoid that by adding a new user profile on Google Chrome for the other person to surf the web.
Of course, Google Chrome browser issues, especially the ones that as pop ups Chrome, can be distracting if they contain malicious content, but the browser offer advantages such as the option to create and manage multiple user profiles. Below is how to create a new user profile in Google Chrome.
Steps to Follow
- Open Chrome, click on the three-dots on the top-right corner, and choose Settings from the pop-up menu.
- Under People heading, click on Manage other people.
- In the next window that pops up, click on Add Person button on the bottom right.
- Type new user’s name by clearing Person 1, choose a temporary photo, and click on the ADD
- After that, a new Chrome tab will appear prompting you to sign in with Google Account credentials. So, sign in to Chrome with the new user’s Gmail username and password.
After that, Chrome will synchronize the browsing information of the new user if they are saved in the user’s Google Account or has surfed the web by logging into Gmail on the browser. If your friend or colleague has used the same Gmail to log in to Chrome on a different computer, those details will get synced to the present one in which you have added a new user profile.
Switching to Other Profile on Chrome
- Double-click the desktop shortcut to open Chrome.
- Once the browser is open, click on three-dot on the top-right and choose Settings.
- In the next page, select the user profile or person you want to switch to.
Changing Photo
To use a custom profile photo, click on the user name under the People heading in the Chrome Settings window. You can choose any of the preferred icons from there, or change the Google Account image altogether if you wish so, by navigating to New Tab, and clicking on the Google profile picture. Click on the profile picture and upload a new photo by clicking Select a photo from your computer.
If you need any further assistance with the above-mentioned steps, or want to know how to enable pop ups Chrome or unblock the feature that prevents pop-up ads on Google Chrome, get in touch with our browser support professionals.
Tips to Fix Chrome Plugins Not Working Error
Common Browser Issues
As you would probably know, users on Google Chrome rely on a number of plugins to work on the browser smoothly. However, in some cases, users may experience some issues with the plugins that they have installed on their Google Chrome. The Chrome plugins not working error will in turn make Google Chrome slow and might even lead to other Chrome browser issues.
If you are experiencing such types of Chrome issues on your Windows 10 computer, then the first thing you should do is to check whether you are using an outdated version of Google Chrome. If yes, then updating the browser to its latest available version might help you to resolve the Chrome plugins not working errors with ease. If that does not work, then below are a few simple troubleshooting steps that might help you to fix the cannot load Chrome plugins error.
Run sfc and DISM commands
- Simultaneously press the Windows and X keys on the keyboard and select Command Prompt from the list of available options.
- Enter sfc /scannow in the Command Prompt and then press the Enter You will now need to wait for the scanning process to complete and repair the corrupted files by following the instructions on the screen.
- If the sfc command is not running, enter DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth into the Command Prompt. Once you hit Enter, the entire system will be scanned to remove or fix the corrupted files in Windows 10.
When done, check whether the Chrome plugins not working error is resolved. If not, move to the next troubleshooting step.
Delete the PepperFlash folder
- You will initially need to ensure that the Google Chrome on your PC or laptop is entirely closed.
- Simultaneously press the Windows and R keys on the keyboard and the enter %localappdata% in the search box. Click on OK to confirm your action.
- You will now need to go to GoogleChromeUser Data and then locate the PepperFlash Right click on the folder after locating it, and delete it from your computer.
If you are still unable to fix the issue, it is best to get in touch with our expert browser support technicians for further assistance. Call 844-202-3034 for immediate Chrome browser support or start a live chat session now!