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Folo

Information browser

For Mac
Official website
Free
CategoryWeb Browsers
PlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
Version1.11.0Catalog version

What is Folo?

Information browser

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask folo
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How to Install Folo on Mac

Follow these steps to install Folo using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

  1. 1

    Open Terminal

    Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".

  2. 2

    Install Homebrew

    If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.

  3. 3

    Run brew install --cask folo

    Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

    brew install --cask folo
  4. 4

    Verify Installation

    Run `brew list` to confirm folo is installed, then try `folo --version` to check the version number.

  5. 5

    Launch Folo

    Run `folo` 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 update first 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 Folo

How do I install Folo on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask folo. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run folo from Terminal.
Is Folo free?
Yes, Folo is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall Folo?
Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask folo. Homebrew will remove Folo and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.
What are alternatives to Folo?
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 Folo to the latest version?
Run brew upgrade --cask folo in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.
Does Folo work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, Folo can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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