And as it now seems, Microsoft is back at it again. This time, the company is using annoying ads to try and get users to use Microsoft Edge as the default browser in Windows 11 (via Windows Latest ). The outlet stated that the company recently started using a 3D banner to 'encourage' users to transition to Microsoft Edge as the default browser.
It seems to be an experiment that Microsoft is currently testing with limited users, but it's reportedly rolling out to more users with the Edge Stable version.
Microsoft Edge is the default browser on Windows. It's based on Chromium, so it's compatible with the vast majority of the web. There are several Insider versions of the browser, allowing you to test new features and provide feedback to Microsoft. View Deal
Aggressive ads won't compel users to make Microsoft Edge the default browser, but debloating it might
3D banner asking users to make Microsoft Edge the default browser in Windows 11 (Image credit: Kevin Okemwa)
I tried to investigate the issue to see whether I could replicate similar results. Indeed, Microsoft is using a banner to get users to use Microsoft Edge as the default browser in Windows 11. The banner states "Edge helps you stay safer online with built-in tools that keep you secure and your browsing data private."
Upon clicking the Confirm button, you'll be redirected to the settings app and required to click the Set default button to make Microsoft Edge the default browser in Windows 11.
However, clicking the Not Now button seemingly fixed the issue, as the ad banner disappeared. It didn't reappear after relaunching the browser, either.
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