How to Make Pale Moon Default Browser - Pale Moon

Making Pale Moon your default browser takes just a few clicks depending on your operating system.

Setting Pale Moon as Default on Windows

Open your Windows Settings and navigate to Apps > Default apps. Scroll down until you find "Web browser" and click the current default option. A menu pops up showing available browsers — select Pale Moon from the list. Done! You've just made Pale Moon your default browser on Windows.

Alternatively, launch Pale Moon itself. Click the menu button (three horizontal lines) in the top right corner and go to Settings > General. Near the top you'll see a "Default Browser" section. Click "Make Default" and confirm when prompted.

This method's faster if you're already running the browser.

Setting Pale Moon as Default on Linux

Linux users have a slightly different process. Open your system's default applications settings — usually found in System Settings or Preferences depending on your desktop environment. Look for "Web Browser" or "Internet" settings and select Pale Moon from the dropdown menu.

You can also use the terminal if you're comfortable with it. The exact command varies by Linux distribution, but it typically involves updating your `.desktop` file associations. Check your distro's documentation for precise syntax.

Why Choose Pale Moon?

This Firefox-based browser delivers a classic interface without the bloat. Since 2009, Pale Moon has maintained an optimized engine and XUL support that power users appreciate. It's lightweight, genuinely free, and runs smoothly on both Windows and Linux systems.

Once you've made Pale Moon your default browser, all links from emails, documents, and applications will automatically open in it. The process is straightforward on either platform — Windows users should try the Settings method first, while Linux users benefit from checking their system preferences.