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Too many steps to start Firefox.

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When I start Firefox 45.0 I have to pass Windows 7 Professional 64bit security choice. Then I have to sign in to MY YAHOO under FireFox even though I have LastPass installed with AutoLogon.

When I start Firefox 45.0 I have to pass Windows 7 Professional 64bit security choice. Then I have to sign in to MY YAHOO under FireFox even though I have LastPass installed with AutoLogon.

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This issue can be caused by corrupted cookies or cookies that are blocked.

Clear the Cache and remove the Cookies from websites that cause problems via the "3-bar" Firefox menu button (Options/Preferences).

"Clear the Cache":

  • Firefox/Tools > Options > Advanced > Network > Cached Web Content: "Clear Now"

"Remove the Cookies" from websites that cause problems.

  • Firefox/Tools > Options > Privacy > "Use custom settings for history" > Cookies: "Show Cookies"

You can reload web page(s) and bypass the cache to refresh possibly outdated or corrupted files.

  • Hold down the Shift key and left-click the Reload button
  • Press "Ctrl + F5" or press "Ctrl + Shift + R" (Windows,Linux)
  • Press "Command + Shift + R" (Mac)