How to Allow Pop Ups on One Site Chrome
How to Allow Pop Ups on One Site Chrome
If you are wondering how to allow pop ups on one site Chrome, you are not alone. Many websites use pop up windows for important functions like logging in, making payments, or viewing embedded content. Chrome blocks these by default to protect you from annoying ads and potentially harmful scripts, but sometimes you need to let a specific site show pop ups. The good news is that Chrome lets you do this for individual websites without turning off your pop up blocker entirely.
This guide walks you through the simple steps to allow pop ups on one site in Chrome, whether you are using the desktop version or the mobile app.
Why Chrome Blocks Pop Ups by Default
Chrome includes a built-in pop up blocker that automatically stops most windows from opening without your permission. This feature was added because pop ups became notorious for displaying intrusive ads, fake download buttons, and other annoying content. While the blocker does a good job of keeping those annoyances away, it sometimes catches legitimate pop ups that you actually need.
Websites might need to open pop ups for several valid reasons. A banking site might open a separate window for security when you log in. An online store might open a smaller window to show you a product detail page. Some educational platforms open pop up quizzes or video players. When Chrome blocks these, it can interrupt your workflow or prevent you from completing important tasks.
Rather than turning off the pop up blocker completely, which leaves you exposed to unwanted ads and potential risks, you can allow pop ups only for the specific websites you trust. This gives you the best of both worlds.
How to Allow Pop Ups on One Site in Chrome on Desktop
Allowing pop ups for a specific website in Chrome on your computer is straightforward. Here is what you need to do.
First, navigate to the website where you want to allow pop ups. Look at the address bar at the top of your browser window. You should see an icon on the left side of the address bar. This icon might look like a lock, an information symbol, or a piece of paper, depending on the website. Click on that icon.
A dropdown menu will appear showing information about the website’s connection and permissions. Look for a section called Permissions or Site Settings. Click on that option to see a list of what the website can do.
In the list of permissions, find the option labeled Pop ups and redirects. Click on it, and you will see a dropdown or buttons that let you change the setting. Select Allow or switch the setting from Block to Allow. The exact wording may vary slightly depending on your Chrome version.
Once you have made this change, the website will be able to open pop ups. You might need to reload the page for the change to take effect. Try triggering the action that was supposed to open the pop up, such as clicking a button or link, and see if it works now.
Using Chrome Settings to Manage Pop Ups for Specific Sites
If you prefer to manage your pop up settings from a central place, or if you want to see a list of all sites you have allowed to show pop ups, Chrome provides another way to do this.
Click on the three dots in the upper right corner of your Chrome window to open the menu. Select Settings from the dropdown. On the settings page, look for Privacy and security in the left sidebar and click on it. Then click on Site Settings, which is where Chrome keeps all the controls for what websites can do.
Scroll down to the Content section and find Pop ups and redirects. Click on it to see your current settings. You will see a toggle at the top that turns the pop up blocker on or off for all websites. Below that, you will see a list called Customized behaviors or Allowed to send pop ups. This is where sites you have manually allowed will appear.
To add a new site to this list, click the Add button next to Allowed to send pop ups. In the text field that appears, type the web address of the site you want to allow, including the full domain. For example, if you want to allow pop ups from example.com, type exactly that. Then click Add to save the site to your allowed list.
You can also remove sites from this list if you no longer want them to be able to open pop ups. Just find the site in the list and click the trash icon or Remove button next to it.
How to Allow Pop Ups on Chrome Mobile
If you are using Chrome on an Android phone or tablet, you can also allow pop ups for specific sites. The process is similar to the desktop version but accessed a bit differently.
Open Chrome on your mobile device and navigate to the website where you want to allow pop ups. Tap the three dots in the upper right corner to open the menu. Look for Site settings or Permissions in the menu and tap on it.
You will see a list of permissions the site currently has. Find Pop ups in the list and tap on it. Change the setting from Block to Allow. You may need to reload the page for the change to take effect.
On iOS devices, the process is very similar. Tap the three dots, find Site settings or Permissions, locate Pop ups, and change the setting to allow.
What to Do If Pop Ups Still Not Working
Sometimes after you have allowed pop ups for a site, they still might not work. Here are a few things to check if you run into this situation.
First, make sure you reloaded the page after changing the setting. Chrome does not always apply new site permissions immediately without a reload. Try pressing the refresh button or closing the tab and opening the website again.
Second, check if you have any extensions installed that also block pop ups. Some ad blockers and privacy extensions have their own pop up blocking features that work separately from Chrome’s built-in blocker. You may need to allow pop ups in the extension’s settings as well. You can temporarily disable an extension to test if it is causing the issue.
Third, some websites open pop ups through JavaScript or other methods that Chrome might still block even when you have allowed the site. In these cases, you might need to add the site to Chrome’s exceptions list through the settings page as described earlier, or consider using a more flexible solution.
A Helpful Tool for Managing Browser Behavior
If you find yourself frequently adjusting settings for different websites or want more control over how Chrome handles various types of content, there are extensions that can help. One option worth exploring is Tab Suspender Pro, which gives you granular control over tab behavior and can help manage how websites interact with your browser. While it is not specifically designed for pop ups, it offers additional management features that many users find useful for customizing their Chrome experience.
Tips from the team behind Tab Suspender Pro and the Zovo extension suite at zovo.one