The Browser Company is sunsetting its design-forward Arc browser on December 22, 2026, and directing users to Dia, its AI-first browser. The company announced the decision on Thursday, citing the rising cost of keeping a browser secure in the age of AI. The wind-down is staged into three parts. As of Thursday, new Arc accounts can no longer be created. On November 23, Arc Search on iOS and Android will lose its AI features, including 'Browse for Me.' Users will no longer be able to sign in or sync tabs, though the app will continue functioning as a basic local browser. On December 22, Arc will stop working entirely on Mac and Windows. Accounts will be deactivated, and personal data will be deleted within 30 days. Arc Search will also be removed from the Google Play Store. While The Browser Company claims Dia now surpasses Arc in speed, stability, and security benchmarks, user reactions on social media were largely disappointed, with many reviving requests for the company to make Arc...
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