iCab
iCab is a macOS web browser by Alexander Clauss that focuses on customizable browsing, privacy controls, filtering, and advanced page handling tools.
What is iCab?
iCab is a native macOS web browser designed for people who want more control over how websites load and behave. Developed by Alexander Clauss, it is an alternative browser with a long-standing focus on customization, filtering, and power-user browsing tools. Users can browse with tabs, manage bookmarks, control cookies and other site data, and adjust browser behavior for specific websites. iCab also includes built-in options for blocking pop-ups and unwanted page elements, which can help reduce clutter while browsing. It is best suited to Mac users who prefer a configurable browser over a simpler default experience and who value detailed settings for everyday web use.
Key features
- Browse the web with tabbed windows and bookmark management
- Block pop-ups, ads, and other unwanted page elements
- Set different browser rules and preferences for specific websites
- Manage cookies and other site data with built-in controls
- Adjust detailed browsing behavior with extensive customization options
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Safety overview
Status: Safe
iCab is legitimate browser software for macOS. Like any web browser, it can access the websites you open, store browsing data such as history, cookies, and downloads, and handle files you choose to save. Those behaviors are normal for its purpose. If you use shared or sensitive accounts, review its privacy and site-data settings so stored web data matches your preferences.
Recommendation: Keep iCab if you use it as one of your browsers or rely on its filtering and customization features. If you do not use it, removing it is generally reasonable and may also remove its saved browser data, preferences, and downloads managed within the app.
Common paths
/Applications/iCab.app
Cache paths
~/Library/Caches/de.icab.iCab
Support paths
~/Library/Application Support/iCab
Preference paths
~/Library/Preferences/de.icab.iCab.plist
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