By Jerri Ledford,
Lifewire
The Safari web browser is considered to be one of the best browsers available; it offers excellent speeds and privacy, but it's only available on iOS. There is no official Safari for Android app. However, there are plenty of other browsers available that are like Safari.
So, the question becomes, should you install one of these Safari files and hope for the best? Probably not, and there are a few reasons for that:
It's because of this Lifewire recommends you don't download 'Safari for Android.' At best, you're likely to be disappointed by the browser you download, at worse, it could deliver malware to your device that requires loads of time to repair, or worse, it turns your phone into a useless brick.
Although none of these offers all the features of a Safari browser, each has its own strengths, and if you're ready to move away from Google Chrome, or Microsoft Edge, then they're worth your time to try them out. And since they're all free, you're not going to spend anything but time trying to find a Safari-like browser that suits you.
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The Safari web browser is considered to be one of the best browsers available; it offers excellent speeds and privacy, but it's only available on iOS. There is no official Safari for Android app. However, there are plenty of other browsers available that are like Safari.
Note: The instructions in this article apply to Android devices running Android Oreo (8.0) and later.
Should You Install Safari on an Android?
The Safari web browser offers tons of features that make surfing the web easier, and it's usually considered superior to other browsers in terms of security, unfortunately, you're not going to find a version of Safari for Android that's sanctioned by Apple. That's because while there are plenty of 'Safari' browsers out there, none of them were created by Apple.So, the question becomes, should you install one of these Safari files and hope for the best? Probably not, and there are a few reasons for that:
- Many of the apps that are calling themselves 'Safari for Android' are nothing more than scamware—bits of high-demand software designed to deliver viruses and malware to unsuspecting users.
- Even 'Safari' apps that are generally considered safe are not from Apple, therefore can have different features and capabilities than the Safari browser you may be used to using on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad.
It's because of this Lifewire recommends you don't download 'Safari for Android.' At best, you're likely to be disappointed by the browser you download, at worse, it could deliver malware to your device that requires loads of time to repair, or worse, it turns your phone into a useless brick.
Warning: There are many YouTube videos available that include links to a 'Safari' download file for iOS. There are even versions of Safari APKs available. None of these files are to be trusted. To be clear, there is no official version of Safari Browser for Android. And you should not download Android apps from sites that are unfamiliar. Google Play is always the safest resource for apps.
Alternatives to Safari for Android
So, since there is no Safari for Android, what are your options? There are plenty of Safari-like browsers available. For example, some of the highest rated options include:- Navi Browser: Navi Browser has the speed and tabbed functionality you'll find in Safari, unfortunately, it does allow pop-up ads, which some users find frustrating.
- Opera Browser: Opera is another super fast browser, but it also includes a free VPN that users find useful for getting around geofenced content. It also has a pop-up blocker, but does lack some importing and searching capabilities of other browsers.
- DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser: Targeting users who are tired of their every move being tracked online, the DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser offers all the features you would expect from a Safari-like browser: speed, security, and privacy. However, customization seems limited, so if you're looking for something that's highly customizable, this might not be the right browser for you.
Although none of these offers all the features of a Safari browser, each has its own strengths, and if you're ready to move away from Google Chrome, or Microsoft Edge, then they're worth your time to try them out. And since they're all free, you're not going to spend anything but time trying to find a Safari-like browser that suits you.
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