AI

Zen Browser is the Arc replacement I was looking for

Bùi Đăng Minh•Sunday, October 25, 2026•3 min read
Zen Browser is the Arc replacement I was looking for

Zen Browser has emerged as an ideal replacement for the discontinued Arc browser, offering a similar interface and a strong focus on privacy.

  • Atlassian acquired the maker of Arc last year to shift development focus toward its AI-driven browser named Dia.
  • Zen Browser replicates Arc's best design elements like a left-hand tab bar and siloed spaces without the intrusive AI features.
  • The application operates as a free and open-source project supported by volunteers, prioritizing user data privacy.
  • It supports standard Firefox extensions, customizable Zen Mods, and a handy glance view for temporary page previews.
  • Current drawbacks include the inability to stream DRM-protected video content from platforms like Netflix and Spotify due to missing Widevine licensing.
  • Additional limitations involve partial Web MIDI support and a less structured repository for custom site styling.

Read the original at The Verge