How to Disable a Pop Up Blocker on Internet Explorer
Pop up blockers are essential tools for maintaining online privacy and security, but they can sometimes interfere with legitimate websites that require pop ups for various purposes. If you find yourself unable to access certain features on a website because of an enabled pop up blocker on Internet Explorer, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to disable it.
1. Open Internet Explorer
First, launch Internet Explorer on your computer. You can do this by clicking on the Internet Explorer icon on your desktop or by searching for it in the Start menu.
2. Access the Tools Menu
Once Internet Explorer is open, look for the Tools menu at the top of the window. It should be located on the right side of the address bar, just to the left of the refresh button.
3. Click on Pop Up Blocker Settings
Within the Tools menu, you will find an option called “Pop Up Blocker.” Click on it to expand the submenu. From the expanded options, select “Pop Up Blocker Settings”.
4. Turn Off Pop Up Blocker
In the Pop Up Blocker Settings window, you will see a list of websites that have been blocked. To disable the pop up blocker for all websites, uncheck the box that says “Turn on Pop Up Blocker.” If you only want to disable the pop up blocker for a specific website, you can click on the “Exceptions” button and add the website’s URL to the list of allowed sites.
5. Save Changes
After making the necessary changes, click the “OK” button to save your settings. The pop up blocker will now be disabled, and you should be able to access pop ups on websites that require them.
6. Re-enable Pop Up Blocker
If you decide to re-enable the pop up blocker at a later time, you can do so by following the same steps outlined above. Simply check the box that says “Turn on Pop Up Blocker” in the Pop Up Blocker Settings window.
By following these simple steps, you can easily disable the pop up blocker on Internet Explorer and gain access to all the features of the websites you visit. However, remember to exercise caution when allowing pop ups, as they can sometimes be a source of unwanted advertisements or malicious software.
