Netscape Navigator AlternativesWeb Browsers and other similar apps like Netscape Navigator

Netscape Navigator is described as 'Discontinued proprietary web browser, and the original browser of the Netscape line, from versions 1 to 4.08, and 9.x. (Source: Wikipedia)' and is a Web Browser in the news & books category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Netscape Navigator for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPad apps. The best Netscape Navigator alternative is Mozilla Firefox, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Netscape Navigator are Brave, Google Chrome, Vivaldi and Chromium.

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  1. Mozilla Firefox icon

    Mozilla Firefox

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    Web browser by Mozilla with Gecko and WebKit engines. Offers tabbed browsing, HTML add-ons, Enhanced Tracking Protection, cross-device syncing, and privacy customization. Includes tools for developers and a 'Facebook Container' extension.

    246 Mozilla Firefox alternatives

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    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Gecko
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    Oscar Sanderson
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    I don't like Firefox as an alternative to netscape because it is not a internet suite and seamonkey is the best replacement

    Guest
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    Firefox still uses source code from Netscape even after discontinuation. It is based on Mozilla Application Suite which am old version of Netscape was based on!

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    end support netscape download firefox

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    • Most users think Mozilla Firefox is a great Netscape Navigator alternative.

    • Mozilla Firefox is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Netscape Navigator.

    • Mozilla Firefox is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Netscape Navigator.

    • Mozilla Firefox is Free and Open SourceNetscape Navigator is Free and Proprietary
    • Mozilla Firefox is Privacy focused, Customizable, Security-focused and LightweightNetscape Navigator is not according to our users
  2. Brave icon

    Brave

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    Fast, secure browser integrating ad and tracker blockage, privacy features, and VPN. Offers seamless performance with data and battery optimization, faster loads by blocking pop-ups and ads. Safeguards user privacy with tracking protections and built-in brave search.

    248 Brave alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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  4. Google Chrome icon

    Google Chrome

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    Open-source browser featuring real-time web translation, integrated password manager, dark mode, task-level resource management, multi-user account support, automatic updates, and cross-device sync, available on all major operating systems for secure, efficient browsing.

    85 Google Chrome alternatives

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    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
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    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    Opera Mini

    Experience fast mobile browsing with Opera Mini, which compresses web pages for quicker loading and up to 90% data savings. Enjoy features like Speed Dial, tab browsing, a dedicated download manager, and unique compression modes ...

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  6. Vivaldi icon

    Vivaldi

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    Flexible browser featuring deep customization, integrated ad and tracker blocking, Chromium compatibility, powerful tab management tools, note sync, screenshot utility, custom web panels, theme and toolbar editing, plus support for Android, iOS, desktop, and privacy protections.

    185 Vivaldi alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Android Auto
    • Flathub
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    The only web browser powerful enough for you!
     
  7. Chromium icon

    Chromium

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    Open-source browser project offering strong security, fast performance, and stability with broad support for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, extensive customization, frequent security updates, minimal default tracking, and foundation for multiple browsers.

    195 Chromium alternatives

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    • BSD
    • TrueOS
    • Xfce
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
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  8. Floorp icon

    Floorp

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    The Floorp project is a project that seeks privacy and a balance between anonymity and the public nature of the web.

    138 Floorp alternatives

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    • Flathub
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  10. Opera icon

    Opera

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    A fast, secure web browser with advanced privacy features like a built-in VPN with ad blocking, Speed Dial, smart AI, cloud sync, picture-in-picture mode, and easy extensibility through plugins and extensions.

    232 Opera alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Kindle Fire
    • Flatpak
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Snapcraft
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  11. ungoogled-chromium icon

    ungoogled-chromium

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    Open-source web browser eliminates Google integration, disables background communications, strips non-free binaries, and includes privacy-focused patches and scripts for full transparency, control, and compatibility with Chromium extensions across major platforms.

    204 ungoogled-chromium alternatives

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    • Flathub
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  12. Pale Moon icon

    Pale Moon

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    This open-source Goanna-based browser for Windows, Linux, Mac, and FreeBSD offers customization, security, and privacy. Forked from Firefox, it's optimized for modern processors, ad-free, and supports unique extensions, community-backed. Comes with a functional status bar, supports NPAPI plugins.

    197 Pale Moon alternatives

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  13. Microsoft Edge icon

    Microsoft Edge

     328 likes
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    Chromium-based web browser for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android with Chrome extension support, smart security, privacy tools, syncing of history and bookmarks, immersive reader, PDF tools, Collections for organizing content, and customizable new tab layouts.

    227 Microsoft Edge alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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  14. Safari icon

    Safari

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    The best browser for your Mac is the one that comes with your Mac. Safari is faster and more energy efficient than other browsers. Handy tools help you save, find, and share your favorite sites. Built-in privacy features help keep your browsing your business.

    198 Safari alternatives

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    Safari on Mac, iOS, and iPadOS
     
  15. Firefox Developer Edition icon

    Firefox Developer Edition

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    Firefox Developer Edition brings you latest features, fast performance, and the development tools you need to build for the open web. Its powerful development tools will extend your ability to work across multiple platforms from one place.

    179 Firefox Developer Edition alternatives

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