OMEGA Browser: 3.6 MB Privacy-Focused macOS Browser Built on Swift and WebKit
By
Michel Valenzuela
Hard to chew. Probably not worth the jaw work.
Summary
OMEGA is a lightweight 3.6 MB native browser for macOS built on Apple's Swift and WebKit architecture. It prioritizes privacy and speed, opening in under a second while blocking trackers at the network level, fighting fingerprinting, and refusing data surveillance. Key features include Amnesia Mode for RAM-only browsing that leaves no trace, a 'Nuke' button to wipe all browsing data, and YouTube ad neutralization. The browser emphasizes no profiling, no data brokerage, and complete privacy.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledOMEGA: an ultra-fast, security-first 3.6 MB native browser for macOS built on Apple architecture with Swift + WebKit
Amnesia Mode browses in RAM, leaves no trace, and disappears on quit
No profiling. No data brokerage. Just speed. Browse light. Browse free
YouTube ads get neutralized
Hit Nuke to wipe cookies, cache, history, and site data
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