Choosing your default web browser is a personal decision that can significantly impact your online experience.
Whether you're using a Mac, Windows PC, iPhone or Android device, setting your preferred browser as the default is a simple process.
We'll guide you through the steps for each platform, ensuring you can seamlessly browse the web using your favorite browser.
Illustration of various devices with preferred web browsers. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Setting your preferred web browser on a Mac
The interface is Mac OS Sequoia 15.1
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Steps to set up your preferred web browser on a Mac. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set up your preferred web browser on a Mac. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set up your preferred web browser on a Mac. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set up your preferred web browser on a Mac. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
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The interface is Mac OS Big Sur 11.4
Steps to set up your preferred web browser on a Mac. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
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Steps to set up your preferred web browser on a Mac. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set up your preferred web browser on a Mac. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set up your preferred web browser on a Mac. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
How to set your preferred web browser on Windows 11 PCs
Steps to set your preferred web browser on Windows 11 PC. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set your preferred web browser on Windows 11 PC. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set your preferred web browser on Windows 11 PC. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set your preferred web browser on Windows 11 PC. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
Steps to set your preferred web browser on Windows 11 PC. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)
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The interface is iOS 18
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Steps to set default browser on Android. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutssonp)
By following these easy steps, you can ensure that all web links open in the browser of your choice, streamlining your online activities and saving you time. Whether you're team Chrome, Firefox, Safari or any other browser, now you have the power to make your browsing experience truly your own across all your devices.
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