Want to make browsing on Windows 11 smoother? Setting a default browser can save you time and hassle. In this guide, I’ll show you how to set your default browser on Windows 11 quickly and easily in 2025. Whether you prefer Chrome, Firefox, or another browser, this step-by-step guide has you covered. Ready to take control of your Windows 11 browsing? Let’s dive in and set your default browser today!
1. Open Windows Settings
Click the Windows start menu and select the gear icon to open Settings. Alternatively, press Windows key + I on the keyboard.
2. Select Default Apps
In Settings, select “Apps” on the sidebar. Then click the “Default apps” option under related settings.
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3. Choose Default Web Browser
Under “Web browser,” you will see the current default selected. To change, click the current default and switch to your preferred browser from the pop-up list.
4. Confirm Browser as New Default
A prompt will appear to confirm setting the new browser app as your Windows 11 default browser going forward. Click “Switch anyway” to apply the change.
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5. Test New Default Browser
Launch your newly assigned default browser app and navigate to any website URL just to test it out. From now on, clicking web links should automatically utilize your updated preferred choice.
Changing the default web browser to your most used option eliminates the manual work of selecting which app to use every time you click a link. Set your personalized default browser in Windows 11 now so links work the way you expect moving forward in 2024 and beyond!
