Bing is usually set as your default search engine by Windows or a browser, and you can change it back to another search engine in your browser settings

Bing appears on your computer in two main places: as your default search engine in your web browser, and as the search tool built into Windows itself. Removing it means changing your browser's search settings and, if you want, disabling Windows Search integration. The steps differ depending on whether you use Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari, but all of them let you pick a different default search engine in their settings menu.

Most people find Bing on their computer because Windows 10 and Windows 11 set it as the default, or because it was installed alongside another program. You do not need to uninstall anything — you just need to tell your browser to use a different search engine instead.

Key Takeaways

  • Your browser's settings menu is where you change your default search engine away from Bing; this is the fastest way to stop seeing Bing results.
  • Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari all have a "Search engine" or "Default search engine" setting that takes about two minutes to change.
  • Windows Search (the search box in your taskbar) can be set to use Google, DuckDuckGo, or another engine by changing your browser's default first.
  • If Bing keeps resetting itself after you change it, a browser extension or installed program may be forcing it back — check your extensions list.
  • You cannot fully remove Bing from Windows itself, but you can prevent it from appearing in your search results by changing your default search engine.

Remove Bing from Chrome

Open Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top right corner. Select Settings from the menu. On the left side, click Search engine.

You will see a list of search engines under "Search engines used in the address bar." Click the one you want to use as your default — Google, DuckDuckGo, and Yahoo are usually listed. If your preferred search engine is not there, scroll down to "Other search engines" and click the three dots next to it, then select Make default. Bing will no longer appear when you search from the address bar.

Remove Bing from Firefox

Open Firefox and click the three horizontal lines in the top right corner. Select Settings. On the left, click Search.

Under "Default Search Engine," click the dropdown menu and select Google, DuckDuckGo, Wikipedia, or another option. Firefox will use your choice every time you search from the address bar or search box. If you want to remove Bing from the list of search engines entirely, scroll down to "One-Click Search Engines," find Bing, and click the X next to it.

Remove Bing from Microsoft Edge

Open Edge and click the three dots in the top right. Select Settings. On the left, click Privacy, search, and services.

Scroll down to "Search engine" and click the dropdown. Select Google, DuckDuckGo, or another search engine. Edge will switch when ready. If you see Bing listed under "Search engines used in the address bar," click the three dots next to it and select Remove to keep it from appearing in your search suggestions.

Remove Bing from Safari

Open Safari and click Safari in the top menu bar. Select Settings (or Preferences on older versions). Click the Search tab.

Click the dropdown next to "Search engine" and choose Google, DuckDuckGo, Yahoo, or Ecosia. Safari will use your choice from that moment on. You cannot remove individual search engines from the dropdown list in Safari, but changing your default is enough to stop using Bing.

Stop Bing from Resetting After You Change It

If Bing keeps becoming your default search engine even after you change it, a browser extension or installed program is likely forcing it back. Open your browser's extension or add-on menu and look for anything you do not recognize or did not install yourself. Right-click it and select Remove or Uninstall.

Check your computer's installed programs as well. Go to Settings > Apps > Apps and features on Windows, or Applications in Finder on Mac. Look for programs you do not use, especially anything with a generic name or anything you do not remember installing. Uninstall it by clicking it and selecting Uninstall. Restart your browser and check whether your default search engine stays changed.

Change Windows Search Results Away from Bing

Windows 10 and Windows 11 use Bing for the search box in your taskbar. You cannot change this directly in Windows settings, but you can make your browser the default for web searches instead. Once you set your browser as your default and change its search engine to Google or another option, searching from the taskbar will use that engine.

On Windows 11, go to Settings > Apps > Default apps. Scroll down and click your browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Edge). Select Set as default. On Windows 10, go to Settings > Apps > Default apps and scroll to Web browser, then click your browser and select Set as default. After this change, your taskbar search will use your browser's default search engine instead of Bing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Bing keep coming back as my default search engine?

A browser extension, a program you installed, or a Windows update may be resetting it. Check your browser's extension list for anything unfamiliar and remove it. If that does not work, look in your installed programs for anything you did not install yourself and uninstall it. Restart your browser and check again.

Can I remove Bing from Windows completely?

No — Bing is built into Windows Search and cannot be fully removed. However, you can prevent it from appearing by changing your default search engine in your browser and setting your browser as your default app for web searches. Your taskbar search will then use your browser's search engine instead.

What search engine should I use instead of Bing?

Google is the most common choice and is available in every browser. DuckDuckGo is popular if you want more privacy. Yahoo, Ecosia, and Wikipedia are also available in most browsers. Pick whichever one you prefer — you can always change it again later.

Do I need to uninstall Bing to stop using it?

No. Bing is not a separate program you can uninstall. It is part of Windows and your browser. Changing your default search engine in your browser settings is all you need to do to stop using it.

Will removing Bing slow down my computer?

No. Changing your default search engine does not affect your computer's speed. If you uninstall a program that was forcing Bing back, your computer may run slightly faster, but the change will be small.