Apple urges iPhone users to switch from Chrome to Safari

Apple is urging iPhone users to choose Safari over Google Chrome, highlighting the browser’s privacy and security advantages. “Unlike Chrome, Safari truly protects your privacy,” the company said. When used on iPhones, Chrome can expose users’ online activity to known trackers through cross-site tracking, posing potential risks.

Craig Federighi, Apple senior vice president of software engineering, speaks during Apple's annual WWDC in Cupertino, California on June 10, 2024. (AFP Images)

Blocks and privacy

While Chrome’s iOS version offers the new Gemini integration—allowing users to ask questions about web pages, get quick summaries, or generate automatic FAQ lists—Apple emphasizes that a safer, privacy-focused browsing experience is best achieved through Safari.

Safari also blocks cross-site tracking, hides IP addresses, and limits third-party cookies, reinforcing Apple’s ecosystem and security advantages. Chrome, on the other hand, stands out with AI-powered features, Google service integration, and visual search—but Apple warns these come with higher tracking risks.

October 24, 2025 11:36 AM GMT+03:00