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How Do I Close Ads on Chrome?

Published in Chrome Settings 2 mins read

You can manage and close ads in Chrome through its settings to improve your browsing experience. Here's how:

Steps to Control Ads in Chrome:

  1. Open Chrome: Start by launching the Google Chrome browser on your computer.

  2. Access Settings: Click the three vertical dots (More) in the top-right corner of the Chrome window. From the dropdown menu, select Settings.

  3. Navigate to Privacy and Security: In the Settings menu, find and click on Privacy and security.

  4. Go to Site Settings: Under Privacy and security, select Site settings.

  5. Find Additional Content Settings: Scroll down and click on Additional content settings.

  6. Access Intrusive Ads: Choose Intrusive ads. This section allows you to manage how Chrome handles ads that are considered disruptive or misleading.

  7. Select Your Preferred Setting: You have a few options:

    • "Allowed" (not recommended if you want to block ads). This is generally the default setting.
    • "Blocked" (recommended for improved browsing). Selecting this option prevents sites from showing intrusive or misleading ads. Chrome will block ads on sites that violate the Better Ads Standards.

Additional Tips for Managing Ads:

  • Use Ad Blockers: Consider using a reputable ad blocker extension. There are many available in the Chrome Web Store. Search for terms like "ad blocker" or "ad blocking extension". Be sure to read reviews and choose one with a good reputation.
  • Review Site Permissions: In Site Settings, you can also review permissions you've granted to specific websites. Sometimes, intrusive ads can originate from sites you've previously allowed to send notifications or display pop-ups. Revoking these permissions can reduce unwanted ads.
  • Clear Browsing Data: Regularly clear your browsing data (cache and cookies). This can help remove tracking information that advertisers use to target you. Go to chrome://settings/clearBrowserData or navigate to Privacy and security > Clear browsing data in Chrome's settings.
  • Be Cautious with Downloads: Avoid downloading software from untrusted sources, as it may contain adware that displays unwanted ads.

By adjusting these settings and employing ad blockers, you can significantly reduce the number of disruptive ads you encounter while browsing the web with Chrome.

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