SlimJet 51.0.0.0 (Chromium 149) – Chrome Alternative

Secure Chromium-based browser with ad blocker, privacy features, and customizable settings

2026-10-15

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SlimJet - Fast, secure, and customizable web browser for Windows, Mac, and Linux

Slimjet is a fast and powerful web browser built on the Blink engine. It offers a compelling alternative to Google Chrome. Based on the open-source Chromium project, it prioritizes user privacy by not sending usage data back to Google, unlike Chrome.

This secure and stable web browser provides robust protection against phishing and malware. It offers advanced privacy controls and a powerful multi-process architecture for enhanced performance and stability.

It has a faster browser startup and quicker page loading times. As a result, it provides more for each user without relying on external plugins, thanks to its convenient and powerful features.

The browser has flexible options and settings to customize personal preferences and maximize productivity. It is compatible with nearly all plugins and extensions available in the Chrome Web Store.

Slimjet Browser Features:

QuickFill form filler. Allows you to access a webpage and examine it in a single step.
Fully customizable toolbar. Add or remove additional toolbar buttons for quick access to various features.
One-click Facebook integration. Share your online actions on Facebook with a single click
Download online streaming videos. You can easily download them to a local hard disk and extract the MP3 audio file.
Instant picture upload. Automatically compress the image to speed up the upload process.
Photo salon. Properly frame and enhance photographs before uploading them.
Flexible web page translation. Translate an entire webpage or selected text between any two specified languages.
Integrate with popular web services. Easily share the current web page on numerous services, including Twitter, Google Plus, Blogger, WordPress, Gmail, Hotmail, and StumbleUpon.
Proxy Switcher. Define multiple proxies and easily switch between them, with specific support for SOCKS5 proxies.
URL alias. Typing short aliases in the Omnibox provides a quicker alternative to entering lengthy URLs.
Upload the clipboard image. Quickly upload images from your clipboard with a single click—no need to save them as files first.

Other Features

Weather conditions and forecast. Give the current weather conditions right on the toolbar. 7-day forecast information is one click away.
Auto-refresh the web page. Automatically refreshes one or more web pages based primarily on a preset interval.
Enhanced autofill from predefined identification information. Supports login ID and preferred password autofill using Chrome’s built-in autofill feature.
Quickly switch between search engines. Use the dropdown button at the right end of the omnibox.
Save a webpage screenshot. You can save a screenshot of the entire webpage as an image file.
Flexible new tab behavior control. Automatically opens a brand new tab when entering a URL. Also opens a new tab in the foreground by default.
Stop all GIF animations with a global option to prevent them from playing.
Allow mixed-mode HTTP/HTTPS content.
Option to disable the desktop notification.

SlimJet – Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
✓ Supports Chrome extensions: Its Chromium foundation makes Slimjet compatible with almost all extensions and themes available through the Chrome Web Store, expanding its functionality without requiring separate tools.	✗ Collects anonymous usage statistics: Although the developer states that Slimjet does not collect information associated with users’ identities, it does collect anonymous feature-usage statistics by default. Users concerned about telemetry must disable this collection in the privacy settings.
✓ Includes built-in ad blocking: The integrated ad blocker helps reduce intrusive advertisements while browsing, without requiring a separate ad-blocking extension.	✗ Chromium updates may lag: The developer says Slimjet can lag behind Chromium’s release schedule by up to three months, potentially delaying access to newer browser features and security fixes.
✓ Offers convenient download features: The browser can download online streaming videos and extract their audio as MP3 files, making media downloads easier to manage.	✗ The 64-bit Windows version can use substantial memory: The developer explicitly advises against using this build on computers with less than 8 GB of RAM, which may limit its suitability for older or lower-memory systems.
✓ Combines useful image and translation tools: Automatic image compression, photo enhancement, clipboard-image uploads, and webpage translation help simplify common online tasks.	✗ Does not list a mobile version: The supplied download options cover desktop operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, but do not provide a mobile edition for Android or iOS.
✓ Provides extensive customization options: A configurable toolbar, proxy switching, URL aliases, automatic page refreshing, and full-page screenshots help users tailor browsing to their workflow.	✗ May feel less minimalist than other browsers: Its many built-in utilities, toolbar controls, and customization settings may be unnecessary or distracting for users who prefer a simpler browsing interface.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Slimjet used for?

Slimjet is a Chromium-based web browser designed for fast browsing, enhanced privacy controls, and a customizable interface. It also includes built-in tools for downloading media, translating webpages, and managing common online tasks.

Does Slimjet support Chrome extensions?

Yes. Its Chromium foundation makes it compatible with almost all extensions and themes available through the Chrome Web Store, letting you add extra features without switching browsers.

Can you download streaming videos with Slimjet?

Yes. The built-in media download feature lets you save supported online streaming videos to your local drive and extract their audio as MP3 files.

Does Slimjet collect anonymous usage statistics?

Yes. Anonymous feature-usage statistics are collected by default, according to the provided information. You can disable this collection in the Privacy section of the browser’s settings.

What is the difference between Slimjet and Google Chrome?

Both are Chromium-based and support Chrome Web Store extensions. The main difference is that Slimjet includes additional built-in utilities, such as an ad blocker, media downloader, proxy switcher, photo tools, and flexible webpage translation. Google Chrome offers Google Account synchronization for bookmarks, passwords, extensions, settings, and other data across signed-in devices.

What’s New in 51.0.0.0 (Chromium 149):

Migrate to Chromium 149
Fix YouTube video downloader bug
Fix ad blocker bug
Fix download manager bug when downloading large files
Fix crash when playing some MP4 videos