Some forms of malware redirect users to particular websites without their approval. When dealing with this type of malware, it is necessary first to disable the proxy settings in your browser. To do this, follow the steps detailed below: For Google Chrome › • Click on the menu button ⋮ in the upper right corner and choose Settings. • […]
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How to update Bitdefender offline
This article explains how to update Bitdefender offline on Windows computers. Bitdefender should be updated offline when the Internet connection is too slow or when you don’t have Internet access. You can download the updates manually to a computer with Internet access and then transfer them to your offline computer using a removable device, such […]
How to clear the cache and cookies in Microsoft Edge on Windows
To clear cache and cookies when using Microsoft Edge, follow the steps detailed below: • Click on the menu button situated in the upper right corner. • Click on Settings. • Under Clear browsing data, click on Choose what to clear. • Check the boxes next to Cookies and saved website data and Cached data and files. • Click on Clear. Related Articles […]
Bitdefender Anti-Tracker: How to use it and avoid tracking cookies
In this article, we will show you how to use Bitdefender Anti-Tracker to prevent websites from tracking you online. Third-party cookies – also known as Trackers – help websites collect info about your online behavior for various purposes, such as displaying more relevant ads or sharing with other companies. In certain cases, however, trackers might cause slowdowns […]
How to clear cache and cookies in Google Chrome on Windows (Bitdefender)
To clear cache and cookies when using Google Chrome on Windows, follow the steps detailed below: • Click on the More button, situated in the upper right corner. • Go to History, and select History. • Click on the Clear browsing data, in the left-side column. • Choose From the beginning of time and click again on Clear browsing data. NOTE: Make sure […]
How to clear the cache and cookies in Firefox on Windows (Bitdefender)
The instructions presented below help you clear cache and cookies in Mozilla Firefox to deal with issues caused by adware on Windows. • Click the menu button ≡ in the upper right corner of Mozilla Firefox. • Choose Library in the drop-down menu. • In the Library panel go to the History section. • Click on Clear Recent History. • From the drop-down menu next […]
How to enable cookies in your browser (Bitdefender)
In this article, we will show you how to enable cookies in your browser. Cookies are files copied on your device by certain websites in order to save your preferences and provide you with personalized content. Cookies are not mandatory, therefore, users can decline them entirely. However, one of the downsides, in this case, is that […]
What are Internet Cookies? Are Cookies safe? (Bitdefender)
Many people are interested in cookies and why any security solution covers the cookie area in order to protect the device. Can they harm a computer? How are cookies and spyware connected? This article tries to shed some light on these aspects. What are cookies on a computer? A cookie is a tiny text file […]
The system appears infected. How to generate a BDsys log?
If your PC appears to be infected but Bitdefender does not detect any malware, please complete the Customer Care Contact Form. Be sure to provide us with the following information, so that we can fully understand the cause and provide you with a quick solution: NOTE: This information will be used for malware analysis only and […]
How to install Bitdefender Parental Control on your Android device
Bitdefender Parental Control allows you to limit your children’s access to the Internet and to specific applications, preventing them from viewing inappropriate content whenever you are not around. To install it on your Android mobile device, follow the steps detailed below: 1. Access the Google Play Store app on your mobile device. 2. Type Bitdefender Parental Control in the search bar […]