Microsoft Edge is Redmond's new browser. It is based on Chromium, that is uses the same engine that powers Google Chrome, and is available on Windows and macOS.
The new Edge has become the new default browser of Windows 10, replacing the old version of the application.
But as we mentioned recently, some users noticed that the automatic update, which is available through Windows Update, sometimes imports data from other browsers without the consent of the end user.
In other words, once Edge is installed on the device, it automatically starts importing data from other browsers after the first reboot.
Some users have even found that even if they force close the browser from the Task Manager, Edge still imports data from other browsers, such as Google Chrome and Firefox. Edge automatically and in the background imports history, passwords and more.
Of course the company was accused by too many, and so today finally made a statement:
“During the first experience, the customer has the opportunity to keep or reject the inputtreatment of the data. This data is discarded if you choose not to proceed with the import. If a customer prematurely terminates the new Microsoft Edge browser on first launch (e.g. using Task Manager), residual data may not be completely deleted. We advise customers not to terminate the installation process prematurely to ensure an expected result”.
So technically, you should be able to delete the remaining data manually if you do not agree that Edge imports your browsers from Chrome or Firefox.
So as you understand the responsibility is the customer and not the company. Microsoft is "oil" again.
