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# How to Allow Pop Ups in Microsoft Edge to Access Needed Content
- URL: https://dailyhassle.com/microsoft-edge-allow-pop-ups/
- Published: 2026-10-28T16:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-28T16:00:00.000Z
- Author: Daniel Mount
- Tags: Microsoft Edge

[Microsoft Edge blocks pop-ups](https://dailyhassle.com/troubleshoot-microsoft-365-subscription-ai-issues/) by default to protect you from unwanted ads and potential security risks. However, if you need to allow pop-ups on a specific website, you can adjust the settings safely to enable them only where necessary. This guide explains exactly how to find and change these settings, let pop-ups through for selected sites, and verify that your changes are working as intended.

## Where to find pop-up settings in Microsoft Edge

Pop-up controls are found in Edge’s settings under site permissions. To access them:

1. Open Microsoft Edge and click the three-dot menu icon in the upper-right corner.
2. Select "Settings" from the dropdown.
3. In the sidebar, click "Cookies and site permissions."
4. Scroll down and click "Pop-ups and redirects."

Here, you’ll see whether pop-ups are allowed or blocked globally and manage exceptions for individual websites. Knowing this location lets you adjust pop-up behavior whenever needed without confusion.

![A person interacting with the Microsoft Edge browser settings menu on a laptop keyboard and screen.](https://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?q=person%20using%20Microsoft%20Edge%20browser%20settings%20menu%20on%20laptop&w=624&h=352&c=7)

## How to allow pop-ups for all websites or specific sites

You can either allow pop-ups for every website or only for specific trusted sites.

To allow pop-ups globally:

1. On the "Pop-ups and redirects" page, toggle the switch from "Blocked (recommended)" to "Allowed."

Allowing pop-ups everywhere can expose you to unwanted ads or malicious content. Use global permission only if you trust the websites you visit regularly.

To allow pop-ups on specific sites while keeping the global block:

1. On the same page, find the "Allow" section.
2. Click the "Add" button.
3. Enter the full URL of the site you want to allow pop-ups from, for example, https://www.example.com.
4. Click "Add" to save.

With this setup, Edge blocks pop-ups on all sites except those you list here, which balances needed access with security.

## How to check if pop-ups are now allowed and troubleshoot common issues

To confirm pop-ups are working:

1. Go to the website where pop-ups were previously blocked.
2. Perform the action that should trigger a pop-up.

If the pop-up appears, your settings are correct. If not, check these:

- Verify the site's URL is exactly added under the "Allow" list in "Pop-ups and redirects."
- Disable any extensions or security software that might block pop-ups independently of Edge’s settings.
- Clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again.

If the issue persists, temporarily enable pop-ups globally to see if the block is coming from the global setting or the site-specific exceptions. After testing, return to your preferred settings to keep your browsing secure.

## Conclusion

Changing pop-up settings in Microsoft Edge is simple once you know where to look. Allowing pop-ups only on trusted websites helps you access needed content without opening yourself to unnecessary risk. Always double-check your settings and test the sites to make sure pop-ups work as expected.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Can I allow pop-ups only for a single website in Microsoft Edge?

Yes, you can add individual websites to an exceptions list under "Pop-ups and redirects" so only those sites can show pop-ups while all others remain blocked.

### Is it safe to enable pop-ups globally in Microsoft Edge?

Enabling pop-ups globally increases the chance of seeing unwanted ads or harmful content. It’s safer to allow pop-ups only on websites you trust.

### Why are my pop-ups still blocked after allowing them in settings?

Pop-ups might still be blocked if you have other extensions or security software interfering, if the site URL isn’t added correctly to the allowed list, or if your browser cache and cookies need clearing. Checking these usually fixes the problem.