4 Steps to a Smoother Chrome Alternative Transition

2025-10-22 0 By

Switching browsers can be daunting, especially after years of relying on a familiar platform like Google Chrome. A recent user detailed a phased approach to migrating away from Chrome, sharing steps taken to ease the transition.

Firstly, a gradual switch was prioritized. Instead of immediate across-the-board replacement, the user initially adopted a new browser on their smartphone, citing the need for forced dark mode. Brave was chosen for its privacy focus and accurate AI summaries (with the option to disable them). Desktop adoption followed later, running both browsers concurrently before committing fully to Brave. This approach minimized disruption and allowed for a controlled experiment with different browser setups.

Secondly, the user opted for Brave, another browser built on the Chromium engine. This ensured compatibility with existing Chrome extensions—Brave doesn’t have a separate extension store—and a familiar interface. Notably, the user also found they could retire certain extensions due to Brave’s inherent features.

Thirdly, bookmarks were migrated to a standalone bookmark manager, Raindrop.io, allowing browser-agnostic access and customization of start pages and new tab pages. This prevented reliance on any single browser for bookmark management.

Finally, the user shifted password management to Proton Pass, a standalone service, avoiding dependence on Google Password Manager. This provides cross-platform autofill and login credential storage, independent of the browser or device. Autofill features are now accessible on both phone and browser.

Overall, the user found the transition smoother than anticipated and discovered valuable tools while avoiding future browser lock-in. The next step is addressing ongoing tab management challenges. The user has been using Brave since the beginning of 2024.