How to Stop Microsoft Edge Asking to be the Default Browser Microsoft Edge often asked to be set as the default browser, but managing your default browser settings doesn't have to be complicated. Let’s walk through how to stop Edge from prompting you repeatedly and how to keep your preferred browser settings consistent. Before we begin, be sure to subscribe to NinjaOne’s IT video hub and our YouTube channel for more tech content like this. Why Microsoft Edge Keeps Asking When you open Edge, it checks whether it’s set as the default browser. If it isn't, it will display a prompt to make the change. While this might seem harmless in managed environments, it can disrupt user workflows and encourage users to change enterprise-defined defaults. Repeated prompts also increase support requests, especially when users misclick or unintentionally accept the prompt. How To Disable Edge Prompts With Registry Editor Next, let’s look at the Registry Editor method. This works across all editions of Windows 10 and 11, including Home, and is ideal when Group Policy isn’t available. Press Win + R, type regedit, and navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE \Policies\Microsoft\Edge. If the “Edge” key doesn’t exist, create it. Inside, add a new DWORD value named DefaultBrowserSettingEnabled. Set it to 0 to disable the default browser prompt, or 1 to allow the prompt. After saving, restart Edge or reboot your PC. Remember, editing the registry requires care, so back up before making changes. How To Use Group Policy For Enterprise Meanwhile, if you’re on Windows 10/11 Pro, Enterprise, or Education, the Group Policy Editor is a better option. Import the latest Microsoft Edge ADMX templates, then go to: Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Microsoft Edge. Find Set Edge as the default browser and set it to Disabled. Apply changes, then run gpupdate /force in Command Prompt to enforce the policy right away. This method ensures consistent enforcement across multiple endpoints. Other Important Considerations Finally, keep in mind a few extra points. Windows updates can reset defaults, so you may need to reapply these settings. On shared devices, apply changes under both HKLM and HKCU to cover all profiles. In kiosk or VDI setups, consider provisioning packages or scripts. Also, manually setting your preferred browser in Settings > Apps > Default apps adds another layer of protection against unwanted resets. For more information, check out our official blog post on How to disable Microsoft Edge default browser prompts Linked in the description below. Be sure to subscribe to NinjaOne’s IT video hub and our YouTube channel for more tech content like this.