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Safari is the second most used browser while Firefox is losing more and more ground

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Safari has solidified its position as the world’s second most popular browser, while Firefox continues to decline in market share.

Yes, the statement is largely accurate: Safari holds the #2 spot globally (especially strong on mobile), while Firefox continues to lose significant market share across all platforms, dropping from a once dominant position to around 2-3% globally, behind Chrome and often Edge, though Safari's position relative to Edge on desktop can fluctuate. Chrome leads overall, but Safari is second due to iOS/macOS dominance, while Firefox struggles with declining users despite its independent engine.

Here’s the latest breakdown of global browser usage in 2025:

Global Browser Market Share (2025)

Browser
Market Share
Trend

Chrome
~64–65%
Stable dominance, still far ahead of competitors

Safari
~18–19%
Growing, especially strong on iOS/macOS

Edge
~5–6%
Slowly gaining traction, boosted by Windows integration

Firefox
~2–3%
Declining steadily, losing relevance

Others
~6–7%
Includes Opera, Samsung Internet, Brave, etc.

Sources: StatCounter (Sept 2025), Cloudflare Radar (Q1 2025)Cloudflare Radar, Visual Capitalist (2025 overview)

Key Insights

  • Chrome’s dominance: It remains the undisputed leader, with nearly two-thirds of global usage. Its cross-platform availability and Google ecosystem integration keep it ahead.

  • Safari’s rise: Safari benefits from Apple’s hardware ecosystem. With iPhone and Mac sales strong, Safari usage has grown, cementing its #2 spot worldwide.

  • Edge’s slow climb: Microsoft Edge is gaining modest ground thanks to Windows 11 default settings and AI-powered features, but it’s still far behind Safari.

  • Firefox’s decline: Once a major player, Firefox now struggles to maintain relevance. Its market share has dropped to just a few percentage points, as users migrate to Chrome, Safari, or Edge.

  • Niche browsers: Brave, Opera, and Samsung Internet hold small but loyal user bases, often appealing to privacy-conscious or mobile-first users.

⚠️ Why Firefox Is Losing Ground

  • Performance & compatibility issues compared to Chrome and Safari.

  • Lack of ecosystem integration (no hardware tie-in like Apple or Microsoft).

  • Marketing disadvantage: Firefox doesn’t have the same corporate backing or bundled distribution channels.

  • User inertia: Once people are locked into Chrome or Safari, switching feels unnecessary.

Outlook

  • Safari will likely continue to grow as Apple expands its device base.

  • Firefox may survive as a niche browser for privacy enthusiasts, but its mainstream relevance is fading.

  • Edge could become a stronger competitor if Microsoft leverages AI and Windows defaults more aggressively.

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