A slow internet connection is one of the most common reasons for slow web browsing. First, run speed tests to ensure that you have a fast internet connection.
It is important to identify whether the overall browsing experience is slow or if the issue is just with a particular website. If you are experiencing problems with a specific website, it is more likely that the issue is with the website and not the browser.
Some of the other common causes of slow web browsing or a web browser taking a long time to start could be:
- Cluttered temporary internet files
- Malware infection
- Unwanted browser add-ons or extensions
- Weak Wi-Fi signal
- Multiple browser sessions
- Multiple security products
Refer to the tips below to improve your browsing experience:
Remove unwanted browser extensions or add-ons
- Open your browser.
- Depending on your browser, follow the relevant steps below:
- Google Chrome: In the top-right corner, click
⋮
Menu (three dots), then click Extensions ▸ Manage Extensions. - Mozilla Firefox: In the top-right corner, click
☰
Menu (three lines), then click Add-ons and themes. - Microsoft Edge: In the top-right corner, click
…
Menu (three dots), then click Extensions ▸ Manage extensions. - Avast Secure Browser: In the top-right corner, click
⋮
Menu (three dots), then click Extensions ▸ Manage Extensions. - Safari: In the Apple menu bar, select Safari ▸ Settings..., then click the Extensions tab.
- Google Chrome: In the top-right corner, click
- Select the extensions one at a time and disable them.
- If disabling the extension fixes the problem, check for and install any updates available for the extensions.
If the internet speeds up after disabling a particular extension, keep it disabled or click Remove to uninstall it.
Uninstall any non-Avast security product
- Press the Windows
logo key and
R
keys simultaneously to open the Run dialog box. - Type
appwiz.cpl
, then press Enter. - Select the non-Avast security product in the list of currently installed programs, then click Uninstall or Remove.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- When the uninstall completes, restart your computer.
Run a Smart Scan
- Open your Avast device security product.
- In the main app window, click Run Smart Scan.
- Wait for the scan to complete to check for malware and threats.
Restart your computer
If the issue persists, exit all programs and restart your computer.
- All Avast software apps
- All supported platforms
Updated on: June-07-2024