How to Change the Mac’s Default Browser

To change the default browser on your Mac, change some settings in System Preferences. Here’s what to do.

Under the Apple menu, select System Preferences. Select General. Select the Default Web Browser drop-down menu and choose a new browser. The browser list displays only the browsers installed on your Mac. If your choice isn’t on this list, go to the browser’s website and download it to your Mac. Close System Preferences to save your changes.