Make Your Browser Faster & Safer

Quick tweaks for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari — plus the essential security habits that stop threats before they start.

Run Device Safety Check See Speed Tips

No account required • Works on desktop & mobile • 2–3 minutes

Quick Fix

Disable heavy extensions temporarily and measure impact: chrome://extensions

Clear cached images & files monthly (keeps storage trim, avoids stale assets).

Turn on automatic security updates in your browser settings.

Speed Boost: Settings That Actually Matter

1) Trim extensions

Audit extensions and remove anything you don’t use weekly. Many run background tasks that pile up.

Chrome: chrome://extensions
Firefox: Add-ons → Extensions
Edge: edge://extensions

2) Tame startup

If your browser reopens dozens of tabs on launch, it will crawl. Prefer a clean start or a curated “startup set”.

3) Hardware acceleration (toggle test)

On some GPUs it helps, on others it hurts. Toggle and test with a heavy video page to see the difference.

4) Clear cached junk (but keep passwords)

Monthly: clear cached images/files and site data. Keep saved passwords and autofill to avoid friction.

Benchmark idea: open a typical “heavy” site, time to interactive, then repeat after each change. Keep what helps.

Security: Layered Protection for Real-World Browsing

Threats often arrive through convincing pages, rogue extensions, or malicious downloads. Use layered defense:

Keep your browser and OS fully updated (auto-update on).
Use strong, unique passwords + 2FA on major accounts.
Install extensions only from official stores and check reviews.
Scan downloads before opening; be suspicious of unexpected ZIP/EXE/DMG.

Check My Device Now

If pages keep redirecting or new tabs appear by themselves, audit extensions and run a full device scan.

Recommended Settings & Tools

Setting / Tool	Why it matters	Recommended
Auto-update	Gets latest speed & security patches	On
Do Not Track	Signals preference to sites (limited but worthwhile)	On
Third-party cookies	Reduces tracking across sites	Block
Password manager	Unique passwords without the pain	Use one
Unknown extensions	Common malware vector	Remove

Pair smart settings with device-level protection for best results.

Run a Quick Security Audit

FAQ

Does clearing cache always speed things up?

It can, especially if your cache is bloated or corrupted. For stable sites you use daily, a fresh cache also removes stale scripts that might slow pages.

Should I block all JavaScript for speed?

No — many modern sites break without JS. Instead, remove heavy extensions and block only abusive trackers.

How often should I scan my device?

Monthly is a good baseline, or any time you notice suspicious behavior (unexpected pop-ups, new toolbars, slowdowns).