How To Remove Bing From Windows 10

Are you tired of Bing popping up as your default search engine on Windows 10? Don't worry, you're not alone. Many users find Bing to be intrusive and prefer to have more control over their search preferences. In this guide, we will show you how to remove Bing from Windows 10 and replace it with a search engine of your choice.

To remove Bing from Windows 10, you can start by opening your preferred web browser and navigating to the search engine you want to set as your default. Once you're on the search engine's homepage, look for the browser settings, often indicated by three vertical dots or a gear icon. Click on these settings and select "Settings" or "Preferences." Within the settings, locate the option to set your default search engine and choose your desired search engine, such as Google or DuckDuckGo. Save the changes, and now you have successfully removed Bing as your default search engine in Windows 10.

Introduction: Understanding the Need to Remove Bing from Windows 10

Bing is a popular search engine developed by Microsoft and is set as the default search engine in Windows 10. While Bing offers a range of features and functionalities, some users prefer to use alternative search engines like Google or DuckDuckGo. Removing Bing from Windows 10 can help you customize your browsing experience and choose a search engine that best suits your needs.

In this guide, we will explore different methods to remove Bing from Windows 10. Whether you want to replace Bing with another search engine or simply want to disable it altogether, the following steps will help you achieve your goal. Let's dive in and learn how to remove Bing from Windows 10.

Method 1: Changing the Default Search Engine in Microsoft Edge

If you're using the default Microsoft Edge browser in Windows 10, you can easily change the default search engine to one of your preference. Here's how:

• Open the Microsoft Edge browser on your Windows 10 computer.
• Click on the three-dot menu icon at the top-right corner of the window.
• Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
• In the Settings menu, click on "Privacy, search, and services" in the left sidebar.
• Scroll down to the "Services" section and click on "Address bar and search" under "Basic" settings.
• Click on the "Search engine used in the address bar" dropdown menu and select your preferred search engine.
• Restart Microsoft Edge for the changes to take effect.

Once you have changed the default search engine in Microsoft Edge, Bing will no longer be the default search engine on your Windows 10 device.

Alternative Method: Changing the Default Search Engine in Other Browsers

If you're not using Microsoft Edge as your default browser in Windows 10, but another browser like Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox, you can still change the default search engine to remove Bing from your browsing experience. The process may vary slightly depending on the browser you're using, but the general steps are as follows:

• Open your preferred browser.
• Click on the settings or menu icon, usually located at the top-right corner of the window.
• Find the "Settings" or "Preferences" option in the menu and click on it.
• In the settings menu, look for "Search" or "Search engine" settings.
• Select your preferred search engine from the list.
• Save the changes and restart your browser.

Following these steps will allow you to remove Bing as the default search engine in your chosen browser and replace it with your preferred alternative.

Removing Bing from Windows 10 Search Bar

Another aspect of removing Bing from Windows 10 is removing it from the search bar located in the taskbar. Here's how you can do it:

• Right-click on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen.
• Hover over "Search" in the context menu and select "Hidden".
• Bing will no longer appear in the search bar.

By hiding the search bar, you effectively remove Bing as the default search engine from your Windows 10 taskbar.

Method 2: Modifying Registry Settings

If you're comfortable modifying system settings and have administrative access, you can use the Registry Editor to remove Bing from Windows 10. However, it's important to exercise caution when making changes to the registry, as incorrect modifications can cause system instability. Follow these steps carefully:

• Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
• Type "regedit" in the Run dialog box and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
• In the Registry Editor, navigate to the following location:

Registry Location
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Search

• In the right-hand pane, double-click on the "BingSearchEnabled" entry.
• Change the value data from "1" to "0" and click OK.
• Close the Registry Editor.
• Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

Modifying the registry settings as mentioned above disables Bing as the default search engine in Windows 10.

Restoring Default Registry Settings

If you ever want to restore the default search engine settings, you can follow these steps:

• Open the Registry Editor by pressing the Windows key + R, typing "regedit," and pressing Enter.
• Navigate to the following location in the Registry Editor:

Registry Location
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Search

• In the right-hand pane, double-click on the "BingSearchEnabled" entry.
• Change the value data back to "1" and click OK.
• Close the Registry Editor.
• Restart your computer for the changes to apply.

By restoring the value of "BingSearchEnabled" to "1," you will revert the changes made and restore Bing as the default search engine in Windows 10.

Method 3: Using Group Policy Editor

Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise users have the option to use the Group Policy Editor to remove Bing from their devices. Here's how:

• Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
• Type "gpedit.msc" in the Run dialog box and press Enter to open the Local Group Policy Editor.
• In the Group Policy Editor, navigate to the following location:

Group Policy Location
Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Search

• Double-click on the "Do not allow web search" policy setting.
• Select the "Enabled" option.
• Click OK to save the changes.

Enabling the "Do not allow web search" policy in the Group Policy Editor prevents Bing as the default search engine in the Windows 10 Search feature.

Disabling Group Policy Setting

If you want to revert the changes made using the Group Policy Editor, follow these steps:

• Open the Group Policy Editor by pressing the Windows key + R, typing "gpedit.msc," and pressing Enter.
• Navigate to the following location in the Local Group Policy Editor:

Group Policy Location
Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Search

• Double-click on the "Do not allow web search" policy setting.
• Select the "Not Configured" or "Disabled" option.
• Click OK to save the changes.

By disabling the "Do not allow web search" policy in the Group Policy Editor, you will restore the default search engine behavior in the Windows 10 Search feature.

Exploring an Alternative Solution to Remove Bing Suggestions

In addition to removing Bing as the default search engine in Windows 10, you may also want to disable Bing Suggestions when searching through the Windows 10 Start menu or File Explorer. Follow these steps:

Disabling Bing Suggestions in Windows 10 Start Menu

If you find Bing Suggestions distracting or irrelevant in the Windows 10 Start menu, here's how to disable them:

• Click on the Start button or press the Windows key on your keyboard to open the Start menu.
• Click on the gear icon to open the Settings menu.
• In the Settings menu, click on "Personalization."
• In the left sidebar, click on "Start."
• Toggle off the "Show suggestions occasionally in Start" option.

By disabling Bing Suggestions in the Start menu, you will no longer see suggestions from Bing when searching for apps or files.

Disabling Bing Suggestions in File Explorer

If you want to remove Bing Suggestions from the File Explorer search bar, follow these steps:

• Open File Explorer by clicking on the folder icon in the taskbar or pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
• Click on the "View" tab at the top of the File Explorer window.
• In the "Show/Hide" section of the toolbar, click on the "Options" button.
• In the Folder Options window, click on the "Search" tab.
• Under "Search Explorer," uncheck the "Show search suggestions as I type" option.
• Click OK to save the changes.

Removing Bing From Windows 10

If you want to remove Bing as your default search engine on Windows 10, follow these simple steps:

1. Open the "Settings" app by clicking the Start menu and selecting the gear icon.

2. In the Settings app, click on "Apps" and then select "Apps & features" from the left menu.

3. Scroll down until you find the "Microsoft Edge" option and click on it.

4. Click on the "Advanced options" link.

5. Scroll down and find the "Set as default" section. Click on the "Reset" button.

6. A pop-up message will appear asking if you want to reset Microsoft Edge. Click on "Reset" to confirm.

7. Wait for the reset process to complete, and then close the Settings app.

After following these steps, Bing will no longer be your default search engine on Windows 10, and you can choose an alternative search engine of your choice.

Note: This guide specifically focuses on removing Bing as the default search engine in Microsoft Edge, the default browser in Windows 10. If you are using a different browser, the steps may vary.