How to Show Your Profile Icon in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge Microsoft Edge is the standard browser for Windows 11 and 12. You can use any browser you like switch to their preferred or favorite browser, but Edge remains a popular choice. It uses the same engine as Google Chrome.
Why change this setting? You might want to save space on your toolbar. What happens when done? Your profile icon will move to the top title bar, clearing room for your extensions and the Copilot sidebar.
Keep in mind that Edge now features a persistent Sidebar and Copilot integration. These tools take up significant room in your title bar. If you have many extensions, moving the profile icon can help keep your browser looking clean and organized.
Show the profile icon on the title bar in Microsoft Edge
In 2026, Edge manages your identity differently. The profile icon is now a gateway to your accounts. You can choose to keep it in the title bar or move it into the main toolbar area.
Here is how to update your view:
- Open the Microsoft Edge browser browser.
- Click the three dots (…) in the top right corner.
- Select Settings from the menu.
- Click Appearance on the left-hand menu.
- Scroll down to the Customize toolbar section.
- Look for the Select which buttons to show on the toolbar link and click it.
- Find the Profile icon toggle.
Switching this toggle acts as a shortcut to move your profile hub. When turned on, the icon sits in the title bar. When turned off, it may nest within the main toolbar or the browser’s overflow menu.
Examples of the profile icon placement:
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this information is outdated profile icon options removed by Microsoft
even on there own Support page it still says to use the options they removed, it’s a Joke when Microsoft Can’t even Update there own sites info.