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Stop Chrome From Opening Multiple Tabs/Windows Automatically
A browser opening windows by itself is a clear indication of malware
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Some users have posted on Mozilla, Google, and Microsoft forums about their Chrome, Firefox, and Edge browsersopening multiple tabsby themselves.
Those users have said that new tabs keep on opening in their browsers automatically or when they click links.
Learn how to fix this with the steps below.
Why does my browser keep opening multiple windows?
This is not at all a good sign, and you should consider taking immediate safety measures. Know that browsers opening multiple tabs automatically is often due to malware or adware.
That being said, if this is the case, we strongly recommend that you rapidly check for adware, browser hijackers, and PUPs.
This is a serious matter and should be dealt with accordingly, as malware infestations can lead to severe security breaches and loss of data.
How do I stop multiple windows from opening in the browser?
1. Switch to a new browser
Aren’t you tired of the same old browsers? Here’s our recommendation. Use a browser that has been around for a long time, so that you benefit from all the experience over the years. The same one should have been redesigned and reborn, completely modern.
Don’t have one in mind? We do. It’s calledOpera One. It’s based on the Chromium engine, with multiple personalization options and a lot of features that are quite useful while browsing.
For instance, you might have a lot of tabs opened. You can perform a search through all your open tabs.
Another scenario is that you encounter geo-restricted content while browsing. With Opera One, which comes with a built-in VPN, you can quickly enable it and get past the restriction easily.
How about increasing your productivity? Things such as My Flow and Workspaces have been designed specifically to help with many opened tabs and repetitive actions.
Opera One
2. Reset the browser
Google Chrome
Firefox
3. Reinstall the browser
4. Purge adware with a dedicated tool
Using Malwarebytes provides you with two main benefits:
So you will not have to worry about these types of problems ever again.
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5. Reset Content Type Actions
How do I know if my computer has malware?
Just like with a disease, there are certain symptoms that indicate a malware infection. First of all, your system will be significantly slower than usual.
Besides the fact that your screen will be full of useless and annoying ads, your system will constantly crash, you will always be low on disk space, and the browser’s settings will change.
Furthermore, your trusty antivirus software will stop working, giving you a false sense of security, and you will also lose access to files on your system.
There are other signs that could indicate the same thing as well, but these are the most obvious ones and you should prioritize dealing with the situation if you observe this.
Millions of people worldwide are dealing with dire situations where their data has been compromised, leading to loss of files, money, even identity theft, and much worse.
So, if you see your Chrome opening multiple tabs, or any other browser performing actions that lead to multiple windows opening uncontrollably, stop what you’re doing and eliminate the threat.
As we said, a browser opening multiple tabs is never a good sign and is by no means a mistake. It’s the number one sign that your system has been compromised.
However, after reading this guide, you will have the proper tools to combat this. Leave a comment below if you have any further questions regarding this delicate matter.
More about the topics:Adware,Browser errors
Matthew Adams
Windows Hardware Expert
Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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