You may need to turn off the pop-up blocker in your browser for several reasons:
To access important information or essential functionality in pop-up windows such as login prompts, notifications, or additional resources.
To complete online forms that open in pop-up windows.
To allow legitimate pop-ups such as product images, video players, or interactive elements.
To troubleshoot website issues caused by conflicts with the browser's pop-up blocker. Disabling the blocker temporarily can help diagnose the issue and determine if it is related to pop-up interference.
❗Important note: Pop-up windows can also be used for malicious purposes, such as phishing attempts or malware distribution. You should exercise caution when disabling the pop-up blocker and only do so for trusted websites. Additionally, keeping the browser and security software up to date is crucial to protect against potential threats.
This article provides instructions on how to disable the pop-up blocker in the following web browsers:
Firefox
To disable the pop-up blocker in Firefox:
Open the Firefox browser, click the hamburger menu (three bars) and select Settings.
Select the Privacy & Security tab and go down to the Permissions section.
Uncheck the box next to Block pop-up windows to disable the pop-up blocker altogether.
Google Chrome
To disable the pop-up blocker in Google Chrome:
In Google Chrome’s top-right corner, click the menu button (three dots) and select Settings.
Navigate to the Privacy and Security section and click Site settings.
Click Pop-ups and redirects and select Sites can send pop-ups and use redirects.
Microsoft Edge
To disable the pop-up blocker in Microsoft Edge:
In Edge’s top-right corner, click the menu button (three dots) and select Settings.
Navigate to the Cookies and site permissions section and click Pop-ups and redirects.
Toggle off the Block option at the top.
Safari
To disable the pop-up blocker in Safari refer to Allow or block pop-ups in Safari on Mac.