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Portable Firefox OS X is the popular Mozilla Firefox web browser packaged as portable application so you can take your bookmarks, extensions, history, cookies, and saved passwords with you.

Inspired by useful Cross-platform Portable Firefox 1.5 (Mac/win) and by PortableApps.com (win), here is the popular Mozilla Firefox web browser packaged so you can carry around with you on any portable device, USB thumb drive, iPod, portable hard drive, memory card, other portable device (also on your internal hard disk) as long as it has 75 MB of free space and use on any Mac OS X computer, taking your bookmarks, extensions, history, cookies, and saved passwords with you.

	Portable Apps Lion Patch	This Patch will solve Mac OS X Lion 10.7 incompatibility of Portable Applications.

Download:

• PortableFirefox_4.0.1_en-US-OSX_r4.1.dmg (28.2M) English English
  Requires OS X 10.5 or later, Intel only.
  MD5: fa6691336e22a2d83e5629533b830300

• PortableFirefox_4.0.1_ja-JP-OSX_r4.1.dmg (28.3M) Japanese日本語
  Requires OS X 10.5 or later, Intel only.
  MD5: 8f724432358a3c2f3a2bd266ced237bd

• PortableFirefox_4.0.1_it-OSX_r4.1.dmg (28M) Italian-Italiano
  Requires OS X 10.5 or later, Intel only.
  MD5: c1bea31fbf0475095ad46b90ac5d8383

• PortableFirefox_4.0.1_fr-OSX_r4.1.dmg (28.2M) French-Français
  Requires OS X 10.5 or later, Intel only.
  MD5: 3b372e2415ee3ced574f5632e9b35266

• PortableFirefox_4.0.1_de-OSX_r4.1.dmg (28M) German-Deutsch
  Requires OS X 10.5 or later, Intel only.
  MD5: 123cda91d42b27192a99d08e9a0bab8e

To update download last Firefox version and copy it in Resources folder inside Portable app bundle (ctrl+Clic — Show bundle content).

Old releases:

• PortableFirefox_3.6_en-US-OSX_r4.1.dmg (23.4M) English English
  Requires OS X 10.4 or later.

• PortableFirefox_3.6_ja-JP-OSX_r4.1.dmg (24M) Japanese日本語
  Requires OS X 10.4 or later.

• PortableFirefox_3.6_it-OSX_r4.1.dmg (23.7M) Italian-Italiano
  Requires OS X 10.4 or later.

• PortableFirefox_3.6_fr-OSX_r4.1.dmg (24.6M) French-Français
  Requires OS X 10.4 or later.

• PortableFirefox_3.6_de-OSX_r4.1.dmg (23.7M) German-Deutsch
  Requires OS X 10.4 or later.

• PortableFirefox_3.6_zh-CN-OSX_r4.1.dmg (23.6M) Chinese (Simplified) 中文 (简体)
  Requires OS X 10.4 or later.

• PortableFirefox_AppleScript_r3.0.dmg (212KB)
  (OPEN Portable Firefox.app AppleScript only)

Please provide me «Read Me.txt» tanslation.

1. Drag the «Portable Firefox OS X» folder to your portable device, USB thumb drive, iPod, portable hard drive, memory card, other portable device (also to your internal hard disk) as long as it has 57 MB of free space.
2. Clicking «Portable Firefox» will open Firefox from your portable device, wait a while before Firefox start.
3. If a local copy of Firefox is running an alert window allow you to quit it.

Using your data

You can copy your local Profile folder to Portable Firefox when «Copy local Profile» window ask you. So, if you wish to use your bookmarks, add-ons, history, personal data and preferences you already have on your system, just click «Copy» when prompt, and select the folder «/Users/ /Library/Applications Support/Firefox/Profiles/.default/«.

Firefox application and profile folder are inside the bundle:
«Portable Firefox.app/Contents/Resources/«

Read also Portable Safari Copy Preferences page.

Remove file «Portable Firefox.app/Contents/Resources/CopyPref_Done» to copy preferences next time you open Portable Firefox.

Know issue: when you upgrade your profile from a version prior to 2.0, Firefox restart immediatly, this show the «Portable Firefox quit with success» popup window even if Portable Firefox is still running.

till r3.0

If you wish to use your bookmarks, extensions, history, cookies, and saved passwords you already have on your computer, copy the content of the folder «/Users/ /Library/Application Support/Firefox/Profiles/.default/» to « /Portable Firefox OS X/app/profile/**» folder.

Other languages

Download Firefox in your language from http://www.mozilla.org and copy it to:

«Portable Firefox.app/Contents/Resources/» folder.

till r3.0

Download Firefox in your language from http://www.mozilla.org and copy it to «app» folder in:

AppleScript only

till r3.0

You can download the «OPEN Portable Firefox.app» AppleScript only if you wish to save your previous Portable Firefox, without need to dowload all script and app bundle you already have.

• PortableFirefox_AppleScript_r3.0.dmg (212KB)
  This .dmg contains ONLY the «OPEN Portable Firefox.app» AppleScript.

You can drag «OPEN Portable Firefox OSX» icon in your previous «Portable Firefox OS X» folder that contains Firefox.app and your «profile» folder.
As the «profile» folder path is changed, just drag it in the «app» folder.
You can delete «START Prtable Firefox.command».

The «Portable Firefox OS X» tree has to be:

/Portable Firefox OS X
|-/OPEN Portable Firefox OSX.app
|-/app/Firefox.app
|-/app/profile

Do a backup of your «profile» folder copying/renaming it.

Portable Firefox OS X start both from external and internal volunes (hard disk). You can syncronize your portable and «stable» Firefox simply by coping «profile» folder.

Support Forum

Post questions, tips, suggestions, clues, helps, bugs to our OS X Portable Apps support forum

Source code

Change log

• 4.0.1 r4.1 (21.05.2011)
  Firefox updated to 4.0.1

• 3.6 r4.1 (24.01.2010)
  Firefox updated to 3.6
  Fixed «Read-Only Volume:» check on 10.6

• 3.5 r4.0 (01.07.2009)
  Firefox updated to 3.5
  Released under GPLv3
  Firefox icon updated

• 3.0 r4.0u (27.06.2008)
  r4.0u fixed Intel only package, now is universal

• 3.0 r4.0 (23.06.2008)
  Firefox updated to 3.0

• 2.0 r4.0 (26.10.2006)
  Firefox updated to 2.0
  New shell script.
  Profile copied if desired with folder select option.
  Portable Firefox ask to quit application already running.
  Growl style notification windows.
  Dialog made by CocoaDialog.
  Portable Firefox is wrapped as application package with Platypus.
  10.4 OS X version check.
  Can’t be launched on a locked volume.
  Requires OS X 10.4 or later.

• 1.5.0.7 r3.0 (16.09.2006)
  Firefox updated to 1.5.0.7

• 1.5.0.4 r3.0 (02.06.2006)
  Firefox updated to 1.5.0.4

• 1.5.0.3r3.0 (03.05.2006)
  Firefox updated to 1.5.0.3

• 1.5.0.2r3.0 (21.04.2006)
  Firefox 1.5.0.2 included.
  New icons.
  Hosted by SourgeForge.net

• 1.5.0.1r3.0 (02.02.2006)
  Firefox 1.5.0.1 included.

• 1.5r3.0 (01.02.2006)
  An AppleScript in the background, instead of shell script, open the portable application, no more Terminal window open, no need to quit Terminal.app to eject external drive.
  Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified) languages available.
  Application bundle and Profile folder are both inside «app» folder.
  New «OPEN Portable Firefox OSX.app» icon.

• 1.5r2.0 (24.01.2006)
  Optimized settings
  New folder icon

• 1.5r1.3 (22.01.2006)
  Released under GPL
  German release

• 1.5r1.2 (17.01.2006)
  Readme and .command license update
  French release

• 1.5r1.1
  (16.01.2006)
  Japanese release
  (15.01.2006)
  Creative Commons license added

• 1.5r1.0 (14.01.2006)
  first release

Donations

Acknowledgments

This little work was made possible by Cross-platform Portable Firefox 1.5, and with useful clues by Marco Moisson of Tevac forum, and hayne of Macosxhints forum.
.dmg file with license agreement made by DMG Packager 1.2.2

Portable Firefox.app© 2006-2011
Carlo Gandolfi — http://www.freesmug.org
Paolo Portaluri — http://plus2.it/

This software is licensed under the CC-GNU GPL.

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10+ Best Browsers for Mac OS in 2021 (Safari Alternative)

Safari is a built-in web browser on Mac computers; however, the alternatives browser are even better. Few of the best browser on Mac includes Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Edge, etc. These browsers are free to download and run on MacOS.

Internet browsers are essential because, without them, you won’t even access this website to get new tech knowledge! Internet browsers help us to be sure of the internet securely and systematically.

You can use your command prompt to get the data of websites, but it is not very user-friendly. And if you use Macbook or Mac computer, you would be familiar with the Safari browser, which Apple provides pre-installed on your computer.

Although, Safari is a good browser and opts for Mac OS, what if you want to fancy a change? I’m guessing that’s why you are here. After questioning, is Safari the best browser, or are there any other options?

Well, yes, there are plenty of other options with a variety of prominent features. Some of them have an inbuilt download manager, while some have inbuilt torrent seeders and more exciting features.

If you want to do window shopping for more Mac OS browsers, then we have some great picks for you. I like experimenting with different browsers as well, and I’m never satisfied with the default browsers. Hence, I want to see other options rather than that of the Safari browser.

We have filtered the top best web browser for Mac in this article. Hold tight and find your new favorite mac browser. We have compiled the list of best browsers for Mac. Fortunately, there are many best browsers for Mac for you to try, but not all of them are great or trustworthy.

We have picked out some of the best browsers for Mac as Safari alternatives for you to try:

Google Chrome

The most widely used browser, Google Chrome, is loved by its users because of its incredible speed, efficiency, and functionality. This browser has an excellent user interface improved by fusing the search and address bar into one field.

Furthermore, Chrome offers its users a convenient way to synchronize bookmarks, settings, history across all devices through Google account. It makes a whole load of work more manageable.

Nearly 50-70 percent of the total Internet traffic goes through Chrome. Above all, Google Chrome is a fast and most easy-to-use browser out there. Visual elements are outstanding. Users have the choice to customize the appearance of the browser from numerous themes. You surely won’t regret going for change after trying Google Chrome. It is the best browser for Mac.

Features of Google Chrome:

• One of the fastest mac web browsers out there.
• The immense library of extensions that help in solving every problem, from taking notes to virus protection.
• Support parental control.
• A sandbox security model that prevents the browser from interacting with certain OS functions.

Download Chrome Mac

Mozilla Firefox

Mozilla Firefox has been in the race of the best browsers for Mac OS for a long time, and it has always been among the top ones. It is another well-known browser that doesn’t compromise on security. There was a time when Firefox was the king of internet browsers. Unfortunately, the time hasn’t been polite to Mozilla Corporation.

Although the new upgrade of Firefox Quantum is smooth, slick, and offers a great user experience.

Mozilla Firefox is not as fast as Chrome, but where it has shown its game is on privacy protection. Firefox provides excellent service securing the way you roam around on the Internet. If you are low on RAM, Firefox might be the best browser for your operating system. Due to its privacy, it can rank as one of the best browsers for Mac.

Features of Mozilla Firefox:

• Fast and Reliable, however, not as fast as Chrome, but it certainly comes after that.
• Superb Security System.
• Stunning UI.
• Low-Weight and consumes less ram.

Download Firefox Mac

Edge Chromium

Microsoft Edge is an evolution-sized version of Internet Explorer Edge. It is pre-installed in Windows 10. Edge chromium built from the engine that powers Chrome, which speeds up its use. Moreover, It is now available for Mac users, offering a lot of features and security.

Just because Edge built on the Chromium engine, Chrome users will find it familiar, although it has some great features which are not found in Chrome and any other browser.

Edge Chromium gives its user a superb experience by combining the extension of Chrome with additionally improved security. It has an Internet explorer mode that can surf better on old web pages. Due to its increased features, it can be termed as the best browser for Mac.

Features of Edge Chromium:

• Mac users can use it as the preferred web browser.
• It supports the Chrome web store for extensions.
• Built on chromium engines give an improved and privacy-friendly experience.
• By default, it has ad-blocking trackers.

Download Edge Chromium

Opera Browser

Opera is having the same texture as Google Chrome also cares about user experience by offering its users plenty of features.

Opera browser is the next big thing; however, it is underrated in recent times, but it can be the best alternative for Safari. It pleases your operating system by giving the most negligible RAM load possible.

It compresses the unnecessary content and only shows what matters. Its mobile application has a turbo option that gives a higher speed even if you have a low-speed internet connection. If your Internet connection lags very often, let the Opera browser deal with that.

Features of Opera Browser:

• Built-in Ad Blocker that makes your browsing fast and without any distraction.
• Built-in Free VPN allows users to enjoy high-quality VPN for free and browse torrent without any security issues.
• Clean UI that makes browsing more effortless and simple.
• Turbo, which makes the Internet faster compressing the data.

Download Opera

Brave Browser

The Mac version of Brave Browser allows you to make any search engine default. It does not go true for other well-known browsers. Brave is a noble and best-emerging browser for the Mac operating system.

Its principal aim is to wash off as many ads as possible from your page, especially those third-party ads which track down your data and show you things irrelevant to your search.

Its valuable features show this browser has the potential to stand out from the crowd. The most conspicuous qualities of Brave Browser include the use of Tor right in the tab.

Brave browser not only hides your history but also masks your IP address. It will be a perfect match for you if you can’t compromise on your privacy and are annoyed by ads at the same time.

Features of Brave Browser:

• It Blocks Data-Hijacking Ads.
• Highly secure and reliable, it lets you use Tor right in the tab and hides your history and IP from mischievous sites.
• Earn Rewards by looking at privacy-respecting ads.
• Distills Page Function that removes unnecessary data on the page and makes content easier to read.

Brave for Mac

Vivaldi

Vivaldi, named on Italian composer, is another browser built on the Chromium engine. However, it is not the same as Chrome or Edge once you get in. The chief focus of the browser is to give the best user interface.

It allows you to customize pretty much every button and every aspect of the browser. This involves themes, fonts, menus, toolbars, colors, and much more.

Vivaldi can be an excellent alternative to Safari for Mac OS; the browser has some pretty helpful features, from taking notes to capturing a screenshot, all of it is covered by Vivaldi Browser.

That said, Vivaldi is also compatible with the Chrome extension library. If you are picky of your surroundings and want to control everything around you, this browser can be your soulmate. Due to its rich features, it is one of the most compatible browsers for Mac.

Features of Vivaldi:

• Easy to download and Install, Its simple installation process does not ask you to download third-party software.
• Incredibly customize-able.
• Reader View optimizes content for easier reading.
• Handy Navigation Control.

Download Vivaldi Mac

Puffin

Puffin gets a place on this list of best browsers for Mac because of its unmatchable security and privacy techniques. Rendering a noble approach to browsing, Puffin protects its users from threats and malware by streaming all the websites as user visits through its servers.

Malware or a third party trying to track you won’t even reach your operating system.

Additionally, It has an excellent IOS version, which also has the same approach and protects your phone like no other browser or a third-party app.

Puffin filters out ram-consuming data and shows the elements in a website that are essential and worthy to be indexed. Puffin will be an excellent choice if you care about the privacy and security of your operating system.

Features of Puffin:

• It provides noteworthy Security and Privacy by applying a different approach than other browsers.
• Loads web pages faster than Safari. It accomplishes this by loading content with resources.
• It consumes less RAM.
• Data Saver Customization filters out unnecessary data-consuming ads for a better user experience.

Puffin for Mac

Avast Secure Browser

This web browser is also developed from chromium-based technology. However, unlike Google products, it provides better security and is more privacy-friendly than Chrome.

It has some great built-in features, such as a download manager that downloads HD videos from YouTube and other media platforms. Its password manager fills you with a strong password and stores all your passwords, so you don’t have to type each time you log in.

Avast Secure security components are automatically enabled, so you don’t have to worry about doing this chore. It has a built-in Virtual Private Network (VPN), which lets you access Geo-blocked sites and download torrents without any issue.

Features of Avast Secure Browser:

• Its built-in VPN makes you anonymous when visiting Geo-blocked sites.
• Secured Personal Information.
• Download Manager can render HD videos from different media platforms and allow you to download audio and video content with just a click.
• Its password manager suggests a strong password when a user is setting up a new account somewhere.

Avast Secure Browser

Stainless

Update: The browser is outdated for the Mac machine.

Stainless is another browser that comes on the top in the race of fastest browsers due to its versatility. It is a multi-processor browser and is based on the Web-Kit engine.

Stainless possess prominent features that are not found in Chrome or any other browsers. For instance, its feature “parallel sessions” allows the user to log into a website with different credentials from separate tabs.

Features of Stainless:

• Fast, reliable, and easy to use.
• Its parallel session allows the user to open multiple client emails at once.
• It has multiple tabbed browsing, and it won’t consume your RAM when you are working on more than two tabs.
• Its dual-purpose search address bar makes it easier to search.

Search Stainless on Google

Torch Browser

Update: the browser has stopped supporting mac.

Developed by Torch Media, this browser is the next big thing for Mac OS. Most people may not be aware of Torch, although it is widely used among Mac users. Made on principles of Chromium-codes, Torch is intended to be different from a standard browser.

Torch browser’s functionality is stunningly comprehensive. Torch offers options to share content on social media and download Instagram videos and Vines with just a few clicks.

Furthermore, it has a built-in torrent client, which allows you to download torrent without extra work. If you want to make your torrent downloading easy and want to try something different from the norm, Torch is a suitable browser.

Features of Torch:

• User-friendly interface allows users to set the browser’s appearance with stunning themes.
• Additional features, such as built-in torrent client and video download manager.
• Free service that helps in organizing YouTube videos efficiently.
• Ability to share website via social media directly from browser.

Search Torch on Google

Bottom Line: Best Browser for Mac

Browsers are sure helpful, but you should only install one at a time. Since the browser uses a lot of RAM power, make sure to limit only a single installation that satisfies all your needs.

I use the Google Chrome browser that syncs across devices using the Google account. It helps in browsing, streaming, web development, and maintaining the historical record sync across multi-devices. I prefer to use it on my Mac OS.

If you can’t replace the Safari browser, make sure to uninstall others after use. And if you like one particular browser like chrome or firefox, then make sure to sync the stored passwords and bookmarks from your old browser for a seamless browsing experience.

Which is your favorite browser from the given list of best browsers for Mac OS? Is there any other internet browser you use on mac?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which browser should I use on Mac?

Mac supports almost every best browser, but it’s one’s personal choice on which browser should prefer.

Can I download another browser on Mac?

Of course, you can download any internet browser from App store or any downloading site.

Is Safari faster than Chrome on Mac?

Short answer – Yes. The safari is developed solely for the Apple ecosystem, hence it’s purely optimized and considerably faster than Chrome.

Is Safari better than Firefox?

Safari and Firefox are privacy-centric browsers that can run on Mac computers. Safari is exclusively developed and optimized for Apple devices, hence it’s okay to say that Safari is better than the Firefox browser on Macbook.

Which is best browser for Mac?

Most of the browsers are support Apple devices, however, Safari, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox as considered the best internet browsers on Mac.

Lastly, here are the recommended web browsers for your computer and mobile phone that you should give a try.

Windows	MacOS	iOS	Android	Linux
Chrome Windows	Chrome Mac	Chrome iOS	Chrome Android	Firefox Linux
Firefox Windows	Safari Mac	Safari iOS	Edge Android	Chrome Linux
Edge Windows	Firefox Mac	Edge iOS	Samsung Internet	Edge Linux

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