Breeze through slow tabs, pop‑ups & crashes

Do these 3 quick actions now, then lock in long‑term speed and safety with a few smart settings.

Run Security & Performance Check View Manual Steps
Cache trim
Extension audit
Tracker controls
Profile refresh

Snapshot: Recommended Defaults

  • Block third‑party cookies; clear site data on exit for risky sites
  • Keep only essential extensions; turn off those you don’t use weekly
  • Enable automatic updates for browser + OS
  • Use a reputable security suite for real‑time protection

Quick Fix Wizard (≈ 5–8 minutes)

1
Trim cache & cookies
Open settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data. Keep passwords, remove cached images/files and site data for the last 4–7 days.
2
Audit extensions
Disable everything not used weekly. Remove anything you don’t recognize. Re‑enable one by one to find culprits.
3
Restart with hardware accel on
In settings → System, toggle hardware acceleration on (or off, if already on) then restart — many stutter issues vanish.
Run Full Device Scan

Clean Extension Setup

  • Prefer well‑reviewed extensions with recent updates
  • Limit permissions (e.g., “on click” instead of “on all sites”)
  • Group tools by task (privacy, dev, shopping) and disable outside that task
  • Uninstall duplicate ad‑blockers (stacking can slow pages)

Privacy & Safety Settings

  • Use a safe DNS (e.g., your security suite or reputable public DNS)
  • Block third‑party cookies; review site permissions quarterly
  • Disable “Allow sites to send pop‑ups/redirects” except for trusted apps
  • Turn on enhanced phishing/malware protection in your browser
Verify Device Health

Reset & Refresh (if issues persist)

  • Create a new browser profile; sync only essentials first
  • Flush system DNS cache; reboot modem/router
  • Re‑install GPU drivers (on desktops/laptops) if video playback stutters

FAQ

Do I need multiple cleaners?

No. One reputable security suite + your browser’s built‑in tools is enough for most people.

Why do pages still feel slow after clearing cache?

Often an extension, DNS, or a bloated profile is the culprit. Try the new‑profile test.