Web Browsers
HomebrewWhat is Browser Deputy?
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Install with Homebrew
brew install --cask browser-deputyHow to Install Browser Deputy on Mac
Follow these steps to install Browser Deputy using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.
- 1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
- 2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
- 3
Run
brew install --cask browser-deputyPaste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask browser-deputy - 4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm browser-deputy is installed, then try `browser-deputy --version` to check the version number.
- 5
Launch Browser Deputy
Run `browser-deputy` in your Terminal to start using it.
Troubleshooting
- • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with
sudo. - • If Homebrew can't find the package, run
brew updatefirst to refresh the package list. - • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at
/opt/homebrew(the default for M-series chips).
Key Features
Easy installation via Homebrew
Regular updates and maintenance
Free to use
Professional support available
Pros
- Simple one-command installation
- Well-maintained and regularly updated
- Completely free to use
Cons
- Requires Homebrew to be installed
- macOS only
Frequently Asked Questions about Browser Deputy
How do I install Browser Deputy on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run
brew install --cask browser-deputy. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run browser-deputy from Terminal.Is Browser Deputy free?
Yes, Browser Deputy is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall Browser Deputy?
Open Terminal and run
brew uninstall --cask browser-deputy. Homebrew will remove Browser Deputy and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.What are alternatives to Browser Deputy?
There are several web browsers apps available for macOS. Browse the Web Browsers category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update Browser Deputy to the latest version?
Run
brew upgrade --cask browser-deputy in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.Does Browser Deputy work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, Browser Deputy can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.
