How to use Internet browser on PS5 in 2024
If you remember PlayStation 4 has a feature to access the internet browser using default setting. However according to Sony, gamers rarely use the browser on PS4, this is why this feature is not available on the PS5. Also, Sony decided to endorse the PlayStation 5 as a gaming-only console.
The two main reasons for not having a web browser on PS5 are – Security and Gaming-focused console. But there are still a large number of gamers who want to use internet browsers on PlayStation 5. If you are among them, read this article till the end and share it with your friends.
How To Use Internet Browser On PS5
PS5 doesn’t have a direct way to access the browser but the hidden internet can be accessed using tricks. There are two methods to use a web browser on PS5: 1) Send a message to a friend and 2) System settings. Let’s explore them one by one.
1. Access the Internet On PS5 By Sending a Message To A Friend
You may use a web browser on your PS5 by sending a message with a hyperlink to a friend or yourself with an alternative account. When a message is reached to the friend, he/she can access the internet via that link. For example, you can send Google.com or Bing.com to access the web. Most users found this trick very useful but it may not work for all users but it is worth to give it a try.
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2. Use Web Browser On PS5 Via System Setting
This is the most reliable and easy method to use the internet browser on PlayStation 5. You need to follow the below-mentioned steps for this.
- First of all, click on the Setting icon from the home screen of the PS5 (at the top right corner)
- Select the System option from the appeared menu
- Inside the system, enable the JavaScript toggle. If you already have enabled JavaScript then you can skip this step and go to the next step directly.
- Back to the system settings and click on the Network option
- On the next page, click on the View PlayStation Network Status tab
- Inside PSN network status, look at the bottom-right corner
- Click on any of the social media icons, preferably YouTube
- Once clicked on YouTube, you will be in guest mode on YouTube
- Now, click on the Sign in button at the top right corner
- Do not fill in the Email or Password, instead move to the bottom of the page and click on the Privacy option
- When the Privacy Policy page opens, look at the top right corner and click on the “9 dots icon” of Google apps
- Select Google Browser among the apps
- That’s it. Now you can use the internet browser on PS5
Why Do You Need Internet Browser On PlayStation 5
Internet browsers can be useful in many ways –
- Useful for browsing related news
- Can be used to chat with friends through social media
- Watching game-related streaming videos
- Learn how to qualify for any challenge inside the game
- Can shop online gaming gadgets
- Look up for game related maps on Google Maps
Conclusion
Sony hasn’t added an internet browser feature on PS5 to make it a gaming-only console. However, due to the huge demand from gamers, we have discussed some simple yet effective ways to use an internet browser on PS5. It can be done via sending a simple message link or by the PlayStation’s default settings. We hope, from now onwards, you will able to use a web browser on PS5.
