AltBrowse - Browser Picker

switch default browser easily

Only for Mac

Free · In‑App Purchases

Mac

New in v1.0.1: 5 layout styles including pie menu and dock view, smarter hero layout, running browser indicators, and UI polish throughout AltBrowse puts you in control of which browser opens your links. Stop letting macOS decide—choose the perfect browser for every situation. CHOOSE YOUR BROWSER EVERY TIME Click any link and AltBrowse shows a beautiful picker with all your installed browsers. Select with a click, keyboard shortcut, or set rules to automatically route links to the right browser. EASY DEFAULT BROWSER SWITCHING Change your default browser in two clicks from the menu bar. No more digging through macOS System Settings — just pick a browser and go. 5 LAYOUT STYLES Pick the look that fits your workflow: • Grid — classic icon grid with labels • Dock — minimal, compact icons • List — clean vertical list with browser names • Hero — your most-used browser front and center • Radial — pie menu for instant mouse-driven selection Switch styles anytime from the menu bar. SMART DOMAIN RULES Create intelligent rules that open specific websites in your preferred browser: • Work apps and tools in Chrome • Personal browsing in Safari • Development sites in Firefox • Privacy-focused content in Brave • Social media in your favorite browser LIGHTNING-FAST EXPERIENCE • Instant browser picker when clicking any link • Switch default browser from the menu bar • Keyboard navigation with arrow keys • Quick open with number keys (1-9) • Menu bar icon for easy access • Launch at login for always-on convenience • Hold Command when clicking to force picker • Green dot shows which browsers are currently running KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS Built for power users who love efficiency: • Arrow keys to select browser • Number keys 1-9 for instant opening • Command+R to toggle Remember choice • Space to activate selection • Tab to navigate elements • Esc to cancel • Custom shortcuts for Pro users RECENT LINKS Quickly reopen links from your history: • Access recently opened URLs • See which browser you used • Reopen in the same or different browser • Free: 3 recent links • Pro: 15 recent links PRIVACY FIRST AltBrowse runs entirely on your Mac. Zero data collection. Zero tracking. Zero cloud sync. Your browsing habits stay completely private on your device. FREE FEATURES • Beautiful browser picker for every link • 5 layout styles including pie menu • Up to 3 smart domain rules • Recent links history (3 links) • All keyboard shortcuts • Menu bar quick access • Launch at login • Hold Command to force picker • Remember choice option UPGRADE TO PRO Unlock unlimited power with one-time purchase: • Switch default browser from the menu bar • Unlimited domain rules • Extended recent links (15 links) • Custom keyboard shortcuts • Import and export rules PERFECT FOR • Developers managing multiple browser profiles • Privacy-conscious users switching contexts • Anyone balancing work and personal browsing • QA teams testing across browsers • Power users who demand control • People with multiple browser extensions WHY CHOOSE ALTBROWSE Unlike other browser pickers, AltBrowse combines simplicity with power. The free version gives you everything you need to start managing your browsers better. Upgrade to Pro when you are ready for unlimited rules and advanced features. One-time purchase. No subscription. Lifetime updates included. Terms and Privacy https://privdev.com/altbrowse/terms/ https://privdev.com/altbrowse/privacy/

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• New List layout — clean vertical picker with browser names • Redesigned Radial layout — proper pie menu with wedge highlights and click-to-open • Hero layout now highlights your most recently used browser • Tighter, more compact Grid layout • Green dot shows which browsers are currently running • Picker keyboard shortcuts now shown in Settings • UI polish and fixes throughout

Version 1.0.1

The developer, Muhammad Masykur, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

  • Data Not Collected

    The developer does not collect any data from this app.

    Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More

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    Information

    • Seller
      • Muhammad Masykur
    • Size
      • 1.1 MB
    • Category
      • Utilities
    • Compatibility
      Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
      • Mac
        Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
    • Languages
      • English
    • Age Rating
      4+
    • In-App Purchases
      Yes
    • Copyright
      • © 2025 privdev
  • Developer Website
  • Privacy Policy

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