How to Change Your Default Browser in Windows 11 (Stop Links Opening in Edge)

by: Larry MillerPublished on: 24/05/2026

Set your preferred browser as default so every link from emails and documents opens where you want — not automatically in Edge.

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How to Change Your Default Browser in Windows 11 (Stop Links Opening in Edge)

Windows 11 Default Browser: Make Every Link Open in Chrome, Firefox or Your Preferred Browser

by: Larry MillerPublished on: 24/05/2026

Clicking links in emails or documents defaults to Edge in Windows 11. Set your preferred browser in Default apps so every link opens where you want it.

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Windows 11 Default Browser: Make Every Link Open in Chrome, Firefox or Your Preferred Browser