Microsoft has been in a state of unhealthy services, since it has been reported that a lot of consumers were unable to use any other internet browser instead of Microsoft Edge, after the latest Windows 10 update. Internet browsers are one of the most integral assets of your internet experience. Inability to work on browsers like Google Chrome, which is one of the best in the game, upsets a lot of Windows 10 consumers. Through this article, we aim to look at the issue of Browser not working in Windows 10.

Why is Browser not working in Windows 10?

Let’s look at the potential reasons as to why Browsers are not working in your windows 10 systems:

1. The settings of your system changed, making links to work incorrectly. This could happen after some software installation.
2. The browser setting is corrupted causing Windows 10 to misapprehend your default browser.
3. Registry keys changed or got corrupted due to improper uninstalled applications or unexpected shutdowns.
4. Earlier installed browser/browsers, or add-ons are interfering with other software on your computer.
5. Recent Windows update.
6. Your antivirus might be blocking your browsers from opening because of malware detection in your system.

How to Fix a Browser not working in Windows 10?

Since we’ve been able to find the potential reasons of Browser not working in your windows 10, we might as well understand the solutions. From performing a System Restore to performing a System File Checker Scan, we provide you a list of 10 easy and detailed step wise solutions to this problem:

Solution 1: Run DISM Tool to Fix a Browser not working:

If you are faced by the Browser not working problem in Windows 10, run the DISM tool, which is the Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool. This DISM tool helps to secure the Windows corruption errors and damaged system files which at times do not let your browser from working properly. You can Run the DISM Tool using the following steps:

1. In the search box located on your taskbar, type CMD.

2. From the search results list, select Command Prompt.

3. First type Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth

4. And then, type Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

5. Now lastly press Enter.

You can now reboot your computer after the repair is complete.

Solution 2: Perform a Clean Boot to Fix a Browser not working:

At times when we start Windows normally, certain applications and services start and run automatically in the background, which produces a lot of quarrels. These conflicts are the main reason as to why we face the issue of browsers not working in Windows 10. Performing a clean boot helps you lessen these quarrels. You can follow the below given steps to perform a Clean Boot:

1. In the search box on your taskbar, type msconfig.

2. Now select System Configuration.

3. From there, find the Services tab.

4. Also select Hide all Microsoft services on the bottom left corner.

5. Click Disable all on the bottom right.

6. Now go to the Startup tab, which is to the right of the Services tab.

7. From there click Open Task Manager.

8. Now close the Task manager and then click OK.

9. Finally, reboot your computer.

Solution 3:  Perform a System Restore

1. Right click on Start and open the Control Panel.

2. Now go to System and Security.

3. From there click System and on the left panel select Remote Settings.

4. On the system properties box that appears click System Restore.

5. Now from the System Restore dialog box, click Choose a different restore point.

6. Now click Next and then Finish.

 Solution 4:  Use CMD

1. Right click Start and select Command Prompt (Admin)

2. Now enter the command and then press enter:

PowerShell –ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted

3. This will open the PowerShell window on your screen. In it, type the following command:

Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers |Where-Object {$_.InstallLocation -like “*SystemApps*”} | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)AppXManifest.xml”}

4. Finally press Enter and then try using your browser again.

Solution 5:  Remove and Reinstall Antivirus Software

Your antivirus might be blocking your browsers from opening because of malware detection in your system. So try uninstalling and then installing your antivirus.

 Solution 6:  Use the App Troubleshooter

Using the App Troubleshooter helps in automatically fixing certain problems that prevent the apps from running. You can use the App Troubleshooter to fix your browser problem using the following steps:

1. Open the Control Panel after clicking start.

2. To change the view go to View by Option and click Large Icons.

3. Now click Troubleshooting

4. Then select View all options which are on the left panel.

5. Finally select Internet Connections and then follow the instructions to run the app troubleshooter displayed on your screen.

Solution 7:  Perform System File Checker Scan

Performing a System File Checker scan scans all the system files that are protected, and also restore the versions that are incorrect, with authentic Microsoft versions. You can perform a System File Checker Scan using the following steps:

1. In the search box on your taskbar type CMD.

2. From there, right click Command Prompt and then select Run as Administrator

3. In the box that appears, type sfc/scannow.

4. Lastly, press Enter and restart your computer.

Solution 8:  Create a New User Profile

It is possible that your previous user profile is corrupted which is hindering the use of browsers in your system. Hence, it is suggested to create a new one using the following steps:

1. Click Start and open Settings.

2. Select Accounts and from there select Family and other users on the left.

3. Now click Add someone else to this PC on the right panel.

4. A form will appear on your screen. Fill it with a new username and password. This will make a new user account for you.

5. Click on Change account type and choose Administrator.

6. Now finally restart your computer and login to the new account you have created.

Solution 9:  Check for your updates

Check for updates to bring to the same line your system configuration and the browsers you’re using. You can do this by following the subsequent steps:

1. In the search box on your taskbar type Updates.

2. This will lead you to the Windows Update settings window. Click Check for Updates there, and install all updates listed.

Solution 10:  Try another Browser

You can try using another browser if the problem persists in your present browser. If the same problem persists in all the browsers, we suggest you take up the solutions we’ve provided above for your default browser.

Frequently Asked Question

Q1. How do I fix my browser not working?

Answer: You can switch to a different browser. If the problem persists with all your browsers, you can use any of the above solutions to fix the problem.

Q2. Why are my browsers not opening?

Answer: The potential reasons for your browsers not opening could be:

1. The settings of your system changed, making links to work incorrectly. This could happen after some software installation.
2. The browser setting is corrupted causing Windows 10 to misapprehend your default browser.
3. Registry keys changed or got corrupted due to improper uninstalled applications or unexpected shutdowns.
4. Earlier installed browser/browsers, or add-ons are interfering with other software on your computer.
5. Recent Windows update.
6. Your antivirus might be blocking your browsers from opening because of malware detection in your system.

Q3. My system is connected to the internet, yet the browser doesn’t open. Why?

Answer: This could be due to the following reasons:

1. If you are a Windows 10 user, it is possible that the browser setting is corrupted causing misapprehension in your default browser.
2. Not updated browser settings which hinder the compatibility of system configuration and the browser.
3. Your antivirus might be blocking your browsers from opening because of malware detection in your system.

Q4. How do I fix browser that won’t load pages?

Answer: To fix this problem you can try rebooting your router and modem by unplugging it for a few seconds and then plugging it again.

Q5. How do I restore Google Chrome on Windows 10?

Answer: You can restore Google Chrome on Windows 10 using the following steps:

1. Open Chrome and in the address bar type:

chrome://settings

2. Hit Enter and then at the bottom of the page click on Advanced settings.
3. You will now see Restore settings to their original defaults at the end of the page.
4. Finally click on the button to restore to open the Reset settings panel and then click on Reset settings button.

Conclusion

We hope the solutions provided to fix your problem of Browser not working in Windows 10 could be helpful. If you are still not able to solve the problem then you can connect with us via chat box at the bottom right or through the comment section below. We’ll try to help you solve the issues with your Browser.