Why Does Firefox Keep Crashing My Computer?

Some of the most common include the following; The Firefox browser could be outdated and may need an update. It is also possible that the version of Windows 10 you are running is not up to dare.

Mismatched cache and other conflicts of settings

can cause Firefox to crash.

How do I stop Firefox from crashing?

1. Update your software. Update Firefox. …
2. Check for viruses or spyware.
3. Check for third-party modules.
4. 4 Check to see if the crash happens in Safe Mode. 4.1 The crash still happens in Safe Mode. …
5. 5 Check to see if the crash happens in Troubleshoot Mode. …
6. Check your hardware. …
7. Get help fixing this crash.

Can Firefox cause computer problems?

Firefox

high CPU usage

– Sometimes high CPU usage can appear and cause issues with Firefox. This can be due to your antivirus, so be sure to disable it temporarily. Firefox keeps crashing, freezing, not responding – Sometimes your configuration can cause problems with Firefox.

What to do if the browser keeps crashing?

1. Close other tabs, extensions, and apps. …
2. Restart Chrome. …
3. Restart your computer. …
4. Check for malware. …
5. Open the page in another browser. …
6. Fix network issues and report website problems. …
7. Fix problem apps (Windows computers only) …
8. Check to see if Chrome is already open.

Why do my browsers keep crashing?

Check for

Malware

Malware can cause your browser to crash randomly or when you visit certain websites. Some malware redirects your Internet searches or even takes complete control over your browser. Microsoft recommends that you use the Microsoft Security Scanner to search for malware on your computer.

How do I delete my cache in Firefox?

1. In the Menu bar at the top of the screen, click Firefox and select Preferences. …
2. Select the Privacy & Security panel.
3. In the Cookies and Site Data section, click Clear Data….
4. Remove the check mark in front of Cookies and Site Data. …
5. With Cached Web Content check marked, click the Clear button.

How do I make Firefox safer?

Go to the main menu and select Preferences. Go to the

Privacy & Security tab

, then scroll to the Enhanced Tracking Protection section. Firefox is set to Standard protection by default. If you want more control, scroll down and select Custom.

How do I scan Firefox for malware?

1. STEP 1: Uninstall the malicious programs from Windows.
2. STEP 2: Use Malwarebytes Free to remove adware and browser hijackers.
3. STEP 3: Use HitmanPro to scan for malware and unwanted programs.
4. STEP 4: Double-check for malicious programs with AdwCleaner.

How do I check my Firefox for malware?

1. Microsoft Safety Scanner.
2. MalwareBytes’ Anti-Malware.
3. Anti-Rootkit Utility – TDSSKiller (for more info, see this alternate TDSSKiller download page)
4. AdwCleaner (for more info, see this alternate AdwCleaner download page)

How do I fix Firefox problems?

1. Restart your computer. Sometimes problems can be fixed by simply restarting your computer and then starting Firefox again.
2. Clear your cookies and cache. …
3. Restart Firefox in Safe Mode. …
4. Restart Firefox in Troubleshoot Mode. …
5. Reinstall Firefox. …
6. Refresh Firefox. …
7. Create a new Firefox profile.

What causes Google to crash?

If your computer is low on RAM

(which is often a problem due to Chrome’s high memory usage), it may cause websites to crash. Try closing all tabs you’re not using, pausing any Chrome downloads, and quitting any unnecessary programs running on your computer.

How do I clean my cache?

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Chrome app .
2. At the top right, tap More .
3. Tap History. Clear browsing data.
4. At the top, choose a time range. To delete everything, select All time.
5. Next to “Cookies and site data” and “Cached images and files,” check the boxes.
6. Tap Clear data.

Why is Chrome shutting down on its own?

To fix,

check if Chrome was blocked by antivirus or other software on your computer

. … A program or process currently running on your computer might be causing problems with Chrome. You can restart your computer to see if that fixes the problem.

How do I stop my computer from crashing?

1. Method 1: Reboot your computer.
2. Method 2: Make sure your CPU works properly.
3. Method 3: Boot in Safe Mode.
4. Method 4: Update your drivers.
5. Method 5: Run System File Checker.

Why do my programs keep crashing?

One reason could be

low memory

or a weak chipset. Apps can also crash if they are not coded properly. Sometimes the reason could also be the custom skin on your Android phone.

Why does my browser crash when I try to download something?

Hi Carlos,

Missing or corrupted system files

can be the cause of the browsers to crash. It can also be due to software conflicts that occur when you install a program or an update or when you run a program in Windows 10. We suggest that you run the troubleshooter for Windows apps.