How to disable automatic installation of Microsoft Edge on Chromium

Konstantin Dokuchaev -

January is the date of long-awaited release of Microsoft Edge browser Chromium-based. The developers decided to take care of you and the browser automatically installs itself on your computer with the Windows 10 upgrade.

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Fortunately, with the help of a special utility Blocker Toolkit, you can easily prevent installing a new browser. Utility is created by Microsoft and available for download at this link.

Unzip and run the file EdgeChromium_Blocker.cmd.

In the console window you have several options to choose from:

  • B — block installation Microsoft Edge on Chromium
  • U — allow the installation Microsoft Edge on Chromium

Enter the desired letter in the console and press Enter. After that the browser can not be installed without your knowledge.