How to Stop 'about:blank' Pop-Ups
The 'about:blank' address shows a blank Web page when you try loading it in your browser. This is also the default URL that your Web browser is likely to take you to if you decide to leave your homepage and new tab page empty. Needless to say, there is nothing suspicious about 'about:blank.' However, some users report that their Web browser constantly spawns new tabs, pop-ups, and alerts that show nothing else apart from the 'about:blank' page.
What is the Cause of the 'about:blank' Pop-Ups?
Unfortunately, the behavior we explained above is not normal. It is likely to be caused by a 3rd-party application such as a browser hijacker or adware running on your computer. These might have been installed without your permission. Their usual goal is to redirect users to 3rd-party sites, offers, and ads in order to generate revenue. However, because of a bug in their code or files, they might accidentally refer you to the 'about:blank' Pop-Ups instead of a website they want to promote.
If your Web browser regularly shows 'about:blank' Pop-Ups and redirects, then you most likely to need to scan your system for intrusive applications. The best way to do this is to run an up-to-date security tool for Mac or Windows, and let it scan your entire computer. This is guaranteed to remove any adware or browse hijackers that could be the reason for the 'about:blank' Pop-Ups.
