5 Easy Ways to Block Page Redirects in a Web Browser

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A user-friendly guide to block page redirects on multiple desktop browsers
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When a page redirect happens on your browser, you're taken from one URL to another. In some cases, this is caused by a spam link, and it's best to avoid these redirects to avoid viruses or malware. Luckily, many browsers have built-in features to protect you from page redirects. This wikiHow will show you how to block a website from redirecting you to another page using Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Safari, and Opera on a PC or Mac computer.

Things You Should Know

  • On Chrome, click "â‹®" → "Settings" → "Privacy and Security" → "Site settings" → "Pop-ups and redirects". Make sure it's toggled on.
  • On Firefox, you'll need to edit about:config to block page redirects.
  • On Microsoft Edge, click "•••" → "Settings" → "Cookies and site permissions" → "Pop-ups and redirects". Toggle on "Block".
Method 1
Method 1 of 5:

Using Safari

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    While Safari doesn't have a way to block page redirects specifically, you can block pop-ups, turn on warnings for fraudulent websites, and enable content blockers to block ads.
    • If you're seeing the error "Could not open the page, too many redirects" while browsing a particular website, skip to Step 8 .
  2. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/f\/f5\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-2-Version-6.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-2-Version-6.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/f\/f5\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-2-Version-6.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-2-Version-6.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":341,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":540,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    This menu item will be called Preferences on earlier versions of macOS.
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  3. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/6d\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-23-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-23-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/6\/6d\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-23-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-23-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":346,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":548,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    You'll find this at the top of the window.
  4. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/7\/70\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-24-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-24-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/7\/70\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-24-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-24-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":346,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":548,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    It's near the top of the window.
    • If this box is already checked, skip this step.
  5. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/1\/10\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-5-Version-6.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-5-Version-6.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/1\/10\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-5-Version-6.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-5-Version-6.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    It's at the top of the window. [1]
  6. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/e\/e2\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-6-Version-6.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-6-Version-6.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/e\/e2\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-6-Version-6.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-6-Version-6.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":343,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":543,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    Click Content Blockers in the left panel, then select On . Safari's built-in ad blocker does allow some ads through, but does a good job of hiding other fraudulent content that can redirect you to scammy sites.
  7. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/e\/ee\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-25-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-25-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/e\/ee\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-25-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-25-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    Click Pop-up windows in the left panel, then select Block .
    • Restart Safari to apply your settings. Safari will now block page redirects.
    • If needed, you can also delete cookies .
  8. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/f\/fc\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-8-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-8-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/f\/fc\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-8-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-8-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":349,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":552,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    If you're getting this error on a specific website, you can fix it by removing saved data for that site. Here's how:
    • In Safari > Settings , click Privacy and select Cookies and website data .
    • Click Details or Manage Website Data .
    • Search for the site you're having problems with.
    • Select the site and click Remove > Remove Now .
    • Refresh the page to view the site without errors. [2]
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Method 2
Method 2 of 5:

Using Google Chrome

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  1. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/8\/84\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-2-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-2-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/8\/84\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-2-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-2-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":347,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":549,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    By default, Google Chrome will automatically block all pop-ups and page redirects. Use this method to double-check you have the feature turned on. [3] .
  2. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/3a\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-3-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-3-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/3\/3a\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-3-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-3-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":343,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":543,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    You'll find this near the bottom of the drop-down menu.
  3. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/8\/89\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-4-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-4-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/8\/89\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-4-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-4-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":343,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":543,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    This will be in the left panel, underneath Autofill .
  4. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/2\/20\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-5-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-5-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/2\/20\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-5-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-5-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    This will be underneath Security .
  5. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/c1\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-6-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-6-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/c\/c1\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-6-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-6-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":346,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":547,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    A new page will open.
  6. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/d\/da\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-7-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-7-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/d\/da\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-7-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-7-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":341,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":540,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    You'll need to restart Google Chrome to apply any changes.
    • If this option is already selected, page redirects are already being blocked in Chrome.
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Method 3
Method 3 of 5:

Using Mozilla Firefox

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    While Firefox used to have a simple menu option to block page redirects, they've removed the feature from their menus. However, you can still block page redirects by editing the browser's advanced configuration file.
    • Editing this file will allow you to choose whether you want to be redirected to a different site when a site attempts to redirect you.
    • Be sure to check for updates and download accordingly.
  2. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/9\/92\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-16-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-16-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/9\/92\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-16-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-16-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":344,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":545,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    To get there, just type about:config into the address bar at the top of Firefox, then press Enter or Return .
  3. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/b\/b7\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-17-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-17-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/b\/b7\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-17-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-17-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":344,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":545,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    This opens the advanced configuration editor.
    • Be very careful when editing this file, as you can inadvertently break things.
    • Type Accessibility.blockautorefresh into the Search bar. This filters the settings list to show only two items.
  4. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/b\/b6\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-18-Version-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-18-Version-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/b\/b6\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-18-Version-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-18-Version-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":347,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":549,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    This changes the value to true. Now, any time a website attempts to redirect you to a different page, you'll be asked whether you want to go to that page or stay where you are. [4]
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Method 4
Method 4 of 5:

Using Microsoft Edge

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  1. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/b\/bb\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-15-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-15-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/b\/bb\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-15-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-15-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":342,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":541,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    You'll see it at the top-right corner of your browser.
  2. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/2\/2a\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-16-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-16-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/2\/2a\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-16-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-16-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":344,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":545,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    It's at the bottom of the menu. A new page will open.
  3. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/5\/58\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-17-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-17-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/5\/58\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-17-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-17-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":342,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":542,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    You can find this on the left panel, underneath Share, copy and paste .
    • If you don't see this option, click the three-line menu at the top-left corner of the page.
    • If you need to update Microsoft Edge , click About Microsoft Edge in the left panel.
  4. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/d\/d5\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-18-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-18-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/d\/d5\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-18-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-18-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":348,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":551,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    This will be underneath the All permissions header.
  5. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/8\/83\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-19-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-19-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/8\/83\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-19-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-19-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    If this option is already selected, page redirects are already being blocked in Microsoft Edge.
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Method 5 of 5:

Using Opera

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    This looks like a red o .
  2. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/1\/16\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-27-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-27-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/1\/16\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-27-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-27-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":346,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":547,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    The Settings menu will open.
  3. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/08\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-28-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-28-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/0\/08\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-28-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-28-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":342,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":542,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    This will be underneath the Advanced header.
  4. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/d\/d2\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-29-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-29-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/d\/d2\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-29-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-29-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":343,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":543,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    You can find this underneath Security .
  5. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/9\/95\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-30-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-30-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/9\/95\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-30-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-30-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":346,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":547,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    This will be underneath the Content header.
  6. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/d\/d0\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-31-Version-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-31-Version-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/d\/d0\/Block-Page-Redirects-Step-31-Version-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Block-Page-Redirects-Step-31-Version-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":346,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":548,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a> (screenshot)<br>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    If this option is already selected, page redirects are already being blocked in Opera .
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      2. ↑ https://help.netflix.com/en/node/40124
      3. ↑ https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95472?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop
      4. ↑ https://kb.mozillazine.org/Accessibility.blockautorefresh

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