Zen Browser

Open-source alternative to Arc and Google Chrome. A modern Firefox-based browser centered on vertical tabs, workspaces, and calm visual design.

The most natural open-source landing place for users who like Arc's organization.

At a glance

ReplacesArc, Google Chrome
Open-source licenseMPL-2.0
PrivacyFirefox-based with open development and no mandatory account.
Lightweight signalCombines workspace features in the browser instead of multiple add-ons.
Community healthFast-growing community project
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
Privacy advantage

Firefox-based with open development and no mandatory account.

Less bloat

Combines workspace features in the browser instead of multiple add-ons.

Trust signal

Fast-growing community project. Verify current releases and open issues in the source repository before critical deployment.

Should you switch to Zen Browser?

The most natural open-source landing place for users who like Arc's organization. A successful migration starts with a small real project, not a feature checklist. Test the files, integrations, shortcuts, and collaboration steps you use every week before removing the existing tool.

Open source gives you inspectable code and a path away from vendor lock-in, but it does not eliminate tradeoffs. Support may be community-led, some commercial file formats may be imperfect, and self-hosted options require security updates and backups. Use the official website and source repository above to confirm current compatibility.

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