So after I delete an item from my favorites bar in IE11 it almost instantly reappears. I've confirmed the autocomplete setting for address bar and favorites is un-checked.
Internet Options>Content tab, 'Settings' button in Autocomplete section, UNchecked the options to use autocomplete for Address bar entries, including favorites.
I'm using IE11 with Windows 8.1, starting IE from the desktop (not from the start screen).
I've stopped and started IE, rebooted the PC. I've even deleted the 'Favorites Bar' folder in my profile; it too automatically re-appears. Next step I'm trying (barring a solution from the experts) is to uninstall and reinstall IE. Should I also perhaps run malwarebytes (low-level virus checker/remover). I would hope the security features included with Win 8.1 and IE11 would prevent this from being a malware issue.
AAAGGHH - this is frustrating. HELP !!!