Microsoft Edge offers powerful security features to protect your online privacy and browsing experience. With these security features, web browsing is safer. Some features you need to enable manually to use in the browser. Below is a guide to using Microsoft Edge security features.
Microsoft Edge security enhancement mode
Advanced security mode in Microsoft Edge adds an extra layer of protection when browsing the web by applying stricter settings on sites you don't visit often.
Strict Mode may affect how some websites function, but provides maximum security against online threats.
Use Microsoft Defender SmartScreen
Microsoft Defender SmartScreen protects your computer from malware and phishing attacks. It scans every website visited or file downloaded and blocks actions if there is a high risk of harm to the computer. This feature also prevents you from downloading potentially unwanted programs (PUPs).
We access Settings > Privacy, search and services > Security Already Enable Microsoft Defender SmartScreen and Block Potentially Unwanted Apps.
Enable tracking prevention on Edge
Trackers collect information about you that may be shared with third parties without your consent. This leads to targeted advertising, identity theft, and cyberattacks.
You access Settings > Privacy, search and services > turn on Tracking Prevention.
Automatically clear browsing data on Edge
Automatically deleting browsing data on Edge is also a way to secure Microsoft Edge when you access it in public places, but forget to log in anonymously and forget to delete browsing.
Enable HTTPS automatically
When you turn on the automatic HTTPS feature, Edge converts the HTTP part of the URL to HTTPS for a more secure connection to the website.
Check password security on Edge
Microsoft Edge Password Security Check scans your saved passwords to identify potential security risks. This feature helps detect compromised, reused, or weak passwords that could leave your account vulnerable to attack.
We access Settings > Profile > Passwordthen click Check password security for Microsoft Edge to analyze passwords for available websites. Once completed, Edge will display all leaked, reused, or weak passwords for you to adjust.