How To Enable Pop Ups In Google Chrome (FAST & EASY) - Allow Popups
Learn how to enable pop-ups in Google Chrome with this straightforward guide. We explain how to allow popups for individual sites or globally for all websites.
Key Takeaways
While Google Chrome's built-in pop-up blocker is great for keeping annoying ads at bay, it can sometimes block important windows you actually need to see. Whether you are trying to view a document, access a login screen, or interact with a trusted website, knowing how to manage these settings is essential.
There are two main ways to configure these permissions in Chrome: allowing pop-ups for specific, individual websites, or enabling them globally across all websites. Follow the steps below to customize your browsing experience.
How to Enable Pop-ups for Individual Sites
If you want to maintain your browser's security but need to allow pop-ups for a specific trusted website (such as weather.com or your bank's website), use this site-by-site method.
FAQ
Why are my login screens or documents not opening in Chrome?
Google Chrome features a built-in pop-up blocker designed to stop annoying ads. However, this feature can sometimes block necessary windows. If a document or login screen isn't loading, you may need to enable pop-ups for that specific site.
Is it safer to allow pop-ups for specific sites or globally?
It is highly recommended to enable pop-ups only for individual, trusted sites. This site-by-site method ensures your browser remains secure against malicious ads while still allowing necessary pop-ups (like those on your bank's website) to function properly.
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To enable pop-ups for a specific site, click the Site Info icon (padlock/tune) in the address bar, open Site settings, and set Pop-ups and redirects to Allow.
To allow pop-ups globally, navigate to Chrome's three-dot menu, click Settings > Privacy and security > Site settings > Pop-ups and redirects, and choose to Allow sites to send pop-ups.
Prioritize the site-by-site method to unblock trusted websites while maintaining your browser's overall security against unwanted ads.
Open Google Chrome and navigate to the specific website where you need to allow pop-ups.
Locate and click the Site Info icon on the far left side of the address bar (this usually looks like a padlock or a "tune" icon).
From the drop-down menu that appears, click on Site settings.
A new Chrome settings tab will open for that specific website. Scroll down the page until you find Pop-ups and redirects.
Click the drop-down menu next to it and select Allow.
The settings save automatically, and you can now return to your website and access your pop-ups.
How to Allow Pop-ups on All Sites Globally
If you prefer to disable Chrome's pop-up blocker completely and allow pop-ups by default for every website you visit, follow these global settings instructions.
Open Google Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the upper right-hand corner of the browser window.
Click on Settings near the bottom of the drop-down menu.
Click the Privacy and security tab located on the left-hand sidebar.
Scroll down on the main screen and click on Site settings.
Scroll down to the Content section and click on Pop-ups and redirects.
Under the Default behavior settings, select the option to Allow sites to send pop-ups and use redirects.
Close the settings tab. You are all set!
Quick Reference: Which Method Should You Use?
Setting Method
Best Used For
Settings Location Path
Individual Sites
Safe, trusted websites that require pop-ups to function correctly without compromising overall browser security.
Address Bar > Site Info Icon > Site Settings > Pop-ups and redirects
All Sites
Users who want completely unrestricted browsing and no pop-up blocking behavior by default.
Three Dots Menu > Settings > Privacy and security > Site settings > Pop-ups and redirects
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Do I need to restart Chrome after changing my pop-up settings?
No, you do not need to restart your browser. Once you select Allow under the Pop-ups and redirects drop-down menu, your settings save automatically. You can immediately return to your website and access your pop-ups.
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