Version 80 of Microsoft's Edge browser, now based on the Chromium source code, launched on January 15th, and with it came an increased focus on privacy.
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Edge has tools that allow you to block first-party and third-party cookies. These cookies are used to keep your logged in secure or to remember items in your shopping basket. Here are steps to modify your browser settings, view trackers stored on your browser and delete them. We also discuss Edge's handling of fingerprinting, a method that identifies users through collecting information about their system configuration.
DEAL WITH TRACKERS
The new version of Edge blocks trackers by default using one of three different levels of protection. "Balanced" is activated upon installation and blocks certain third-party trackers, as well as any trackers that are designated as "malicious." It lowers tracking prevention for organizations with which you interact regularly. You can switch to "Strict" for more control. This will block most third-party trackers across all sites.
To modify your level of protection
- Click the three dots at the top of your browser window to go to "Settings" then "Privacy & Services."
- Turn on "Tracking prevention", then choose the level you wish to use.
ADVANCED TRACKING SETTINGS
Edge offers three simple tracking modes. However, Edge allows you to dive deeper and see which trackers are blocked. You can also make exceptions for specific sites.
- Look for the link "Blocked trackers" on the Privacy and Services page. It is located just below the three tracking prevention modes. You can see all trackers Edge has blocked.
- Below that link is the "Exceptions", where you can select any sites you wish to have tracking turned off.
Clicking on the lock symbol at the left of the top address field will show you an account of how effective your tracking prevention has been. You can view and modify site permissions and cookies, as well as allow or disallow pop-ups.
CLEAN UP YOUR COOKIES
Edge has the ability to delete multiple types of data when you close it. This includes browsing history, passwords and cookies.
- You can find the section "Privacy & Service" under "Clear browsing Data" below.
- Click the arrow to the right of "Choose which files to clear each time you close your browser."
- You can toggle on any data category you wish to clear each time Edge exits.
You can also manually delete your cookies and other data at any time:
- Click on the button next to "Clear browsing information now" to open a smaller window that offers several options.
- Choose the box to remove cookies and other site data or any other data.
- Click "Clear now"
Other privacy options are available on the Privacy and Services page. These include the ability to send a Do Not Track request (although its usefulness can be questionable) or to select your search engine.
FINGERPRINTING & AD BLOCKING
According to Microsoft, the three tracking prevention modes (especially the Strict mode) will help protect against the type of personalization that leads to fingerprinting.
Edge doesn't block ads natively but you can install ad-blocking extension. The browser's new Chromium base means that many Chrome extensions, as well as extensions available from the Microsoft Store, will work with Edge. This is a significant advantage.
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