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Are you having trouble finding the web browser on your PlayStation 5? Unlike the PS4 web browser, the PS5 web browser is harder to find and has limited features. Still, it's possible to browse the web on your PS5. This guide will teach you how to open the PS5 web browser and use it to access websites.
Using the Web Browser on Your PS5
To open the PS5 browser, enable "Allow Cookies" and "Enable JavaScript" and go to Settings > Network > View PlayStation Network Status. Click the YouTube icon, go to Sign In > Privacy > 3x3 grid icon, and select Google Search.
Steps
Using the System Menu
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Open your PS5's System Settings. Select the gear icon in the top right corner of the screen, then select System on the right side.
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Click the boxes to "Allow Cookies" and "Enable JavaScript." Once you toggle these, return to the main Settings menu.Advertisement
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Select Network. It'll be on the right side of your screen in the Settings menu.
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Select View PlayStation Network Status. Another window will open.
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Scroll down and click the YouTube icon. The red YouTube social icon is at the bottom of the page.
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Click Sign In. Don't worry! You won't actually need to sign in to continue using the web browser, but you can sign in with your Google account if you'd like.
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Click Privacy. If you didn't sign in, choose this option at the bottom of the box to log in.
- Skip this step if you signed in.
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Click the 3x3 grid icon. It's in the top right corner next to "Sign in" or your username.
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Select Google Search. It's the icon of a multicolored "G" with "Search" below it. Now you can use your PS5 web browser to visit any website.
- To browse the web, search for a website or topic in Google, then navigate to those websites from the search page.
Sending a Link
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Open a message to any friend. Another way to access the PS5 web browser is to access Google by sending a link to a friend. To get started:
- Go to the Home screen of your PS5 and navigate to your Game Base. It's between the bell and music notes at the bottom of the screen.
- Click the "Messages" section to open it.
- Select any chat with a friend.
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Send a message that says google.com. The system will convert that to a clickable link.
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Click the link. This opens the PS5 web browser to Google.com so you can browse the internet.
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Tips
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Because the PS5 web browser has limited features, it's better to use PS5 apps. For example, if you want to watch YouTube videos, use the PS5 YouTube app instead of going to YouTube.com in your web browser. If you want to listen to Spotify, use the Spotify app.Thanks