Search Chrome’s tweaks for ‘Clean up computer’ if you have v110 or older.

Instructions apply to Chrome 110 and older on Windows.

you could also manually check for these problem apps by following the steps below.

Chrome with the Settings command highlighted

Do this if you’re seeing odd pop-ups or your online window feels slow.

These directions only work if you’re running Chrome 110 or older.

If youkeep Chrome updated(which we recommend), Safe Browsing is the next best feature.

Chrome Advanced Settings

fire up the menu at the top of Chrome and selectSettings.

Scroll to the bottom of the page, then selectAdvanced.

Scroll down to theReset and clean upsection, then selectClean up computer.

Clean up computer selection in Chrome

You should see a message that reads, “Checking for harmful software.”

This process can take several minutes to complete.

If any suspicious programs are found, you have the option to remove those programs.

Find harmful software in Chrome

Chrome also disables any harmful extensions.

How to Use the Chrome Cleanup Tool on Mac

Chrome formacOSdoesn’t offer the Cleanup tool feature.

Use caution and don’t remove applications that you may need.

The Google Chrome Cleanup Tool checks for malware in the Chrome browser settings.

Also considerdisabling extensions, either one at a time or all at once.

Third-party add-ons are often the cause of problems with a web client.

Select thethree-dot menuin the upper-right corner, then selectSettings.

The Settings item highlighted in the Google Chrome menu

SelectReset settingsfrom the menu on the left.

ChooseRestore prefs to their original defaults.

Your bookmarks, search history, and saved passwords won’t be deleted.

The Reset settings item and the Restore settings item highlighted in Google Chrome Settings

The Reset settings button highlighted in Google Chrome