Policy

Disable external branding of Internet Explorer

Windows 11 25H2

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Policy overview

Key metadata and intent for this policy.

ClassUser
CategoryWindows Components > Internet Explorer
Supported onAt least Internet Explorer 5.0

Prevents branding of Internet programs, such as customization of Internet Explorer and Outlook Express logos and title bars, by another party. If you enable this policy, it prevents customization of the browser by another party, such as an Internet service provider or Internet content provider. If you disable this policy or do not configure it, users could install customizations from another party-for example, when signing up for Internet services. This policy is intended for administrators who want to maintain a consistent browser across an organization.

Internal name
Branding_NoExternalBranding
Policy ID
94a6c4b6d725
Elements
0

Registry values

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Registry locationTypeEnabled valueDisabled value
HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Restrictions\NoExternalBrandingREG_DWORD
1
0

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