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Microsoft Family Safety service-side fix for browser launch blocking

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Microsoft Family Safety resolved a service-side bug that could prevent Google Chrome and other approved browsers from launching on Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 11 22H2 or later. The fix began rolling out in early February 2026 and matters because it restores normal browser access for affected users while preserving parental-control enforcement.

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  1. 13.02.2026 11:31 2 articles · 3mo ago

    Microsoft Family Safety service-side fix for browser launch blocking

    Initial Disclosure

    In late June 2025, reports emerged that **Family Safety** was blocking **Chrome** and other browsers on Windows. The issue persisted until Microsoft began a **service-side fix** rollout in **early February 2026**.

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