An alternative browser based on Webkit offering ad blocking, security features and more.
SlimBoat is an internet web browser which uses the QtWebKit and introduces a few various improvements.
At the very core of SlimBoat browser is its reliance on the Webkit engine similar to other browsers such as Safari and Google Chrome, although Chrome has recently forked away.
While it is based on the same technology as Google Chrome, SlimBoat introduces a few different security improves such as an ad block and a content blocker which disables certain Java or Flash components. It can also be configured to delete cookies and Internet history which keeps you safe(r) from tracking.
Some other features which SlimBoat offers is the ability to post directly to Facebook from your browser, view local weather informaton, a shortcut to Google Translator and a user agent switcher to browse the web identifying yourself as an alternate browser (like a mobile phone or iPad).
SlimBoat is not completely impressive and doesn't really offer too much in the form of new features when you look at the many other browsers on the market, but it does certainly offer a different setup and some features many users will appreciate.
Features of SlimBoat
- Integrates with Facebook and Twitter.
- Ad Blocker: Block pop-ups, banners and other ads.
- Customizable Toolbars: Change the position of buttons and menus.
- Download Manager: Manage and speed-up file downloads.
- Flexible Search: Search from multiple search engines simultaneously.
- Form Filler: Automatically fill-in online forms.
- Mouse Gestures: Navigate with mouse movements.
- Password Manager: Automatically save and fill-in login information.
- Private Browsing: Prevent websites from tracking your activities.
- Proxy Switcher: Switch between multiple proxies for anonymous browsing.
- Site Group: Organize and manage websites into groups.
- Spell Checker: Automatically check and correct spelling mistakes.
- Tabbed Browsing: Open multiple webpages in a single window.
- Video Downloader: Download streaming videos from popular video sites.
- Web Page Translator: Translate webpages into different languages.
- Website Status Checker: Check the status of websites from multiple locations.
Compatibility and License
Is SlimBoat free to download?
SlimBoat is provided under a freeware license on Windows from web browsers with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 1.1.53 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can SlimBoat run on?
SlimBoat can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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