But even with these advantages, pop-up blockers can sometimes be extremely annoying. For instance, I’ve had login pages blocked all the time. Or my browser already flags the files I want to download, making me go the extra mile to ensure the security of the pages. The most annoying of all is when the website itself blocks you as they are unable to display pop-up ads. So, I’ve decided to permanently turn off pop up blocker, and here’s my guide
What Are Pop-ups ?
Consider going to a website through a link or by entering the address. Right after the content loads, the page goes dark and a window appears in the center of the screen. That’s a pop-up. Depending on the type of pop-up, you may need to either close this window through a cross button. Or complete a task in the pop-up itself to continue on the website.
How Do I Turn Off Pop up Blocker on Specific Sites?
Chrome
Firefox
Edge
Brave
Safari
How Do I Turn Off the Pop-up Blocker on All Sites?
It’s usually not a good idea to turn off the pop-up blocker across all sites. But, it is possible to do it. Once you do this, you won’t need to toggle settings for each website you visit. You might want to check your adblocker settings too.
Chrome
Firefox
Edge
Brave
Safari
Chrome on Android
Safari on iPhone/iPad
Should I Keep Blocking Pop-ups for All Sites?
A majority of pop-ups generally affect the browsing experience with their intrusive nature. It has gained a reputation as a source of ads and malware. But, a small fraction of websites use pop-ups to enhance the browsing experience. This could be in the form of: A majority of commercial websites are using pop-ups to increase customer visits. And also to promote their page across social media and email. Some websites even use pop-ups as part of their marketing campaign. This means attractive deals and elusive discounts to site visitors. So, it may not be a good idea to block pop-ups for every site you visit.
