FAQ about settings and downloading files

The browser blocks a file download if it contains a malicious program. To learn more, see Checking downloaded files for viruses.

To resume the download:

1. Open the Android notification bar (swipe down from the top of your smartphone screen).

2. Find the name of the file being downloaded and tap Continue or Cancel.

If the download doesn't resume, try downloading the file again.

The download may also be affected by the antivirus that's installed on your smartphone. Temporarily disable it and download the file again.

To learn more, see Downloading files.

In Yandex Browser, tap → .

If you enable the Back to browser icon in the settings, you'll just need to tap the  icon to return to the browser from other apps. To do this:

1. Tap → Settings.

2. Go to Advanced.

3. Enable "Back to browser" icon on top of other apps.

The app may not have access to your location, or location services are disabled on the device.

You can check this in the device settings:

1. Go to Location → Access to location → Detect location using GPS.
2. Open the Apps section → Yandex Browser → Access or Permissions.

If the parameters mentioned are disabled, enable them.

You can also configure your location settings in two ways:

• Open any app with maps or navigation features and tap the compass button. This will activate the GPS feature to determine your location.
• Set your location manually by tapping → Settings → Location.

If this doesn't help, contact us via chat or using the form. Describe your situation in as much detail as possible:

• Tell us exactly where your location is determined incorrectly: in the Yandex Browser settings or on a specific site.
• Specify how far the location detected by Yandex Browser is from your actual location.