Add our FREE, customizable Toolbar to your Web browser for automatic protection, plus convenient one-click access to EarthLink security and productivity tools, and lots of fun content.* Install the EarthLink Toolbar today and you'll have one-click access to all these features as you surf.
New Features
- SiteAdvisor Plus: Provides real-time protection from online "phishing" scams and other dangerous sites that may compromise your identity and your computer. Offers security warnings about links to risky websites before you click them.
- Show fast sites: Lets you view faster-loading, slimmed-down versions of popular Web pages you visit. Great for Dial-Up customers and for times when you don't need to see all the images and pictures on a page.
Security
- Privacy Tools: Offers 5 levels of privacy protection for your browser.
- Security Center: Get one-click access to our comprehensive guide to online security.
- Pop-Up Blocker®: Keeps virtually all pop-ups out of your way, even Shockwave and Flash pop-ups.
Personalization
- Weather: Shows you current weather and forecasts based on your preferences.
- Stock Ticker: Displays dynamic, up-to-date information on the stocks you choose.
- News: Delivers customized, up-to-date news headlines in the categories you choose.
- Custom Buttons: Create custom buttons & menus to take you to your favorite online destinations (see instructions below).
Search
- Search: Provides a built-in search box for fast anytime searching.
- Local Search: Find what you need right on your local Main Street. Simply enter your keyword and ZIP code.
- Maps and Driving Directions: Lets you easily map any destination and get directions in a click.
Convenience
- Travel: Provides great savings and convenience when planning your next trip.
- Shopping: Offers great deals on clothing, computers, electronics, and more.
- Entertainment: Gives you local movie show times, TV listings, music, and books.
Toolbar Tips
- Many personalized features are based on your myEarthLink preferences, so be sure to customize your Start Page®.
- If some features are unavailable or aren't displaying your content, make sure you're signed in. Click the menu with the EarthLink logo and select Sign In.
How to Create a Custom Button or Menu**
- Click on the small arrow next to the EarthLink logo and select Toolbar Options.
- In the window that appears, click Create a Custom Button.
- Choose a button that just launches a website with a single click (Basic), or a Menu, where you can add several items in addition to the button.
- Click Next, then choose a name for the button and enter a Web address that will be opened when it is clicked.
- If you selected Basic, just click Finish, and you're done. But, if you selected Menu, you'll see a Next button. Click it to add your menu items.
The EarthLink Toolbar® is available with EarthLink Access Software or as a stand-alone program. SiteAdvisor Plus is available as an additional download.
Download it today!
* The EarthLink Toolbar is available for Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0+, Firefox 2.0+ (features described here are for Internet Explorer), and Windows XP only.
Click here for system requirements.
** Only applies to the EarthLink Toolbar for Internet Explorer.