How to Reset Microsoft Edge Browser to Default

If Microsoft Edge is acting up, resetting it to its default settings can resolve performance or configuration issues. Follow these simple steps to reset Microsoft Edge on Windows 11/10.

Reset Microsoft Edge via Settings

1. Open Microsoft Edge:
   • Launch the Edge browser.
2. Go to Settings:
   • Click on the three-dot menu (...) in the top-right corner.
   • Select Settings from the dropdown.
3. Navigate to Reset Options:
   • In the left-hand menu, click on Reset settings.
4. Restore Default Settings:
   • Select Restore settings to their default values.
   • Confirm by clicking Reset in the pop-up window.

Reset Microsoft Edge via Windows Settings

1. Open Windows Settings:
   • Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.
2. Go to Apps:
   • Navigate to Apps > Apps & features.
3. Locate Microsoft Edge:
   • Scroll down or use the search bar to find Microsoft Edge.
4. Advanced Options:
   • Click on the three-dot menu (...) next to Microsoft Edge.
   • Select Advanced options.
5. Reset Edge:
   • Scroll down and click the Reset button under the “Reset” section.
   • This will remove all app data and restore Edge to its default state.

Manually Delete User Data

If resetting via settings doesn’t work, you can manually delete Edge’s user data:

1. Close Microsoft Edge:
   • Ensure the browser is not running.
2. Open File Explorer:
   • Press Windows + E.
3. Navigate to Edge User Data:
   • Go to C:\Users\[Your Username]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Edge\User Data.
4. Delete the Default Folder:
   • Locate and delete the Default folder. This will remove all browser settings and data.

What Happens When You Reset Edge

• Resets startup page, new tab page, and search engine preferences.
• Disables all extensions.
• Clears temporary data like cookies.
• Does not delete bookmarks, history, or saved passwords.