File extension HTTPS missing

Question

I'm using Windows 11 24H2, and I'm unable to associate the HTTPS extension with the default program, as it's not on the list.

To open an HTTPS link from an email client, I have to copy it directly to the browser.

Answer 1

Please open "Settings".

Click "Apps"

Click "Default apps".

Click the "RESET" button near "Reset all default apps".

That should fix the "https" association settings in most cases.

Answer 2

Dear Navikon,

Thank you for reaching out.

 

In addition to the reset suggestion Ramesh mentioned, I'd like to add a solution to the problem by modifying the registry.

 

Modify the Registry

 Warning: Be careful when editing the registry. Back up your registry by selecting File > Export in the Registry Editor.

Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
Locate the following registry paths:

For UCPD Service:
Navigate to:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UCPD
Set the Start value to 4. This action may disable certain services that could be interfering with your link handling.
For HTTPS Associations:
Navigate to:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\https\UserChoice
Set the ProgId value to MSEdgeHTM (this will set Microsoft Edge as the default browser for HTTPS links).
For HTTP Associations:
Navigate to:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\http\UserChoice
Set the ProgId value to MSEdgeHTM as well.
After making the registry changes, restart your computer to ensure the settings take effect.
After your PC restarts, test by clicking on an HTTPS link from an email or any application. The link should now open automatically in Microsoft Edge (or another default browser, depending on your choice).

 

Please give this solution a try and let me know if it works or if you need further assistance.

Best Regards,

Martin | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

The solution helped, thank you. The links are now opening, but I still don't have the HTTPS link type value in the default programs.

Answer 3

resetting to default settings does nothing. It resets current extensions and does not add those that are not there.

See if reinstalling Edge helps. It works in some cases.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/download?form=MA13FJ

Answer 4

resetting to default settings does nothing. It resets current extensions and does not add those that are not there.

Answer 5

Dear Navikon,

Thank you for reaching out.

In addition to the reset suggestion Ramesh mentioned, I'd like to add a solution to the problem by modifying the registry.

Modify the Registry

 Warning: Be careful when editing the registry. Back up your registry by selecting File > Export in the Registry Editor.

Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
Locate the following registry paths:

For UCPD Service:
Navigate to:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UCPD
Set the Start value to 4. This action may disable certain services that could be interfering with your link handling.
For HTTPS Associations:
Navigate to:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\https\UserChoice
Set the ProgId value to MSEdgeHTM (this will set Microsoft Edge as the default browser for HTTPS links).
For HTTP Associations:
Navigate to:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\http\UserChoice
Set the ProgId value to MSEdgeHTM as well.
After making the registry changes, restart your computer to ensure the settings take effect.
After your PC restarts, test by clicking on an HTTPS link from an email or any application. The link should now open automatically in Microsoft Edge (or another default browser, depending on your choice).

Please give this solution a try and let me know if it works or if you need further assistance.

Best Regards,

Martin | Microsoft Community Support Specialist