How to Disable a Pop-Up Blocker on a Mac
Pop-up windows can be a nuisance when surfing the Internet, resulting in unwanted ads and content getting in the way of what you really want to see. However, websites also use pop-up windows to open new content without changing the original page. Mac computer Web browsers have pop-up blockers that keep pop-up content from occurring. This option can be toggled on and off.
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Instructions
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How to Disable a Pop-Up Blocker Permanently
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Open the Safari Web browser and click the "Safari" menu.
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Choose "Preferences."
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Click "Security."
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Check the box next to "Block Pop-Up Windows" to block pop-ups and remove the check from the box to allow pop-ups.
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Tips & Warnings
Safari is the most common Web browser used on a Mac, but there are other browsers that can be used. Every browser has preferences that can be set to block pop-ups. The location of the pop-up blocker setting varies depending on the browser, as well as the browser's version.
The location of the pop-up blocker toggle may vary depending on the browser as well as the browser's version.
