How to Change the Default Browser on Your Device

LAST UPDATED: DEC 18, 2024

Changing the default browser on your device ensures that all web links you click or tap open in your preferred browser. Here's how you can change it depending on which device you are using:

For Windows

To change the default web browser on your Windows device:

1. Click on the Windows ⊞ icon, then choose Settings.
2. In the Settings window, click on Apps.
3. From the left-side menu, select Default apps.
4. Scroll down to the Web browser section.
5. Click on the current default browser (which might be Microsoft Edge). A list of installed browsers will appear.
6. Select your preferred web browser (like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, etc.).
7. Click on Set default to confirm your choice.

For Mac

To change the default web browser on your Mac:

1. Click the Apple icon logo in the top-left corner of your screen, then select System Settings.
2. In the System Settings window, click on Desktop & Dock from the sidebar.
3. Scroll down on the right side until you see the Default web browser section.
4. Click on the dropdown menu and select the browser you want to set as default.

Note: The steps might vary slightly depending on your macOS version. For more detailed instructions, please refer to Apple's Comprehensive Guide to Changing Default Browser on Mac.

For Android

To change the default web browser on your Android device:

1. Open the Settings app on your Home Screen.
2. Scroll down and tap on Apps.
3. Under the General section, tap on Default apps or Choose default apps.
4. Tap on Browser and a list of installed browsers will appear.
5. Select the browser you want to set as default.

For iPhone and iPad

To change the default web browser on your iPhone or iPad:

1. Open the Settings app on your Home Screen.
2. Scroll down and find the browser app you want to set as default (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox).
3. Tap on the browser app.
4. Tap on Default Browser App.
5. Select your preferred browser from the list.

Once you have completed these steps, your chosen browser will be set as the default, and all web links will open in this browser by default.

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