Web Browsers
HomebrewWhat is Chromium?
Free and open-source web browser
Install with Homebrew
brew install --cask chromiumHow to Install Chromium on Mac
Follow these steps to install Chromium 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 chromiumPaste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask chromium - 4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm chromium is installed, then try `chromium --version` to check the version number.
- 5
Launch Chromium
Run `chromium` 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 Chromium
How do I install Chromium on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run
brew install --cask chromium. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run chromium from Terminal.Is Chromium free?
Yes, Chromium is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall Chromium?
Open Terminal and run
brew uninstall --cask chromium. Homebrew will remove Chromium and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.What are alternatives to Chromium?
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 Chromium to the latest version?
Run
brew upgrade --cask chromium in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.Does Chromium work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, Chromium can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.
