iOS 14 allows you to change the default web browser on an iPhone to your favorite browser's app — here's how to do it

Advertisement
iOS 14 allows you to change the default web browser on an iPhone to your favorite browser's app — here's how to do it
If you don't want Safari to be your default internet browser on your iPhone, you can change it.d3sign/Getty Images
  • You can change the default web browser on an iPhone running iOS 14, if you want to use a browser other than Safari, such as Google Chrome.
  • Once you've set your default browser, links you click will open in that browser's app.
  • If you've tried to set your default browser before and it kept reversing, make sure your software is up to date.
Advertisement

Clicking on a link only to have it open in a browser you never use is one of those small annoyances iPhone users have had to just live with. But with iOS 14, Apple built in an easy way to change your default browser.

With your preferred web browser set as the default, you won't have to worry about links from texts or emails opening in the wrong one.

Be aware — Apple released software update 14.0.1 to fix a bug that undid this setting, so make sure you have the latest software installed.

Complimentary Tech Event
Transform talent with learning that works
Capability development is critical for businesses who want to push the envelope of innovation.Discover how business leaders are strategizing around building talent capabilities and empowering employee transformation.Know More

How to change the default browser on an iPhone running iOS 14

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.

2. Scroll down to find your favorite browser and tap it. It will likely be fairly far down the list, in the section right below "TV Provider."

Advertisement
iOS 14 allows you to change the default web browser on an iPhone to your favorite browser's app — here's how to do it
Scroll to your preferred browser and tap it.Sophie Putka/Business Insider

3. Tap the "Default Browser App" option.

iOS 14 allows you to change the default web browser on an iPhone to your favorite browser's app — here's how to do it
Select "Default Browser App."Sophie Putka/Business Insider

4. A list of any browsers you've installed other than Safari will appear. Tap your preferred browser. A check mark should appear next to it.

iOS 14 allows you to change the default web browser on an iPhone to your favorite browser's app — here's how to do it
Tap your preferred browser.Sophie Putka/Business Insider

Now, any link you click will open in your preferred browser.

Related coverage from Tech Reference:

{{}}
Next StoryHow to manage devices on HBO Max and remove or add their access to your account