I keep getting conflicting info on whether or not this browser will run on 32-bit Win 7. One source claims it will run on any Win 7, then another site says it will only work on 64-bit Win 7. Anyone know for sure? I'd rather not clutter the registry by downloading a useless app I have to uninstall.
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The forum thread discusses whether Waterfox browser is compatible with 32-bit Windows 7. Initially, there is conflicting information, with some sources suggesting support for both 32-bit and 64-bit systems, while the original poster searches for confirmation from the official website. Ultimately, the original poster decides to proceed with the installation, planning to use IObit Uninstaller as a precaution, while another user recommends using Macrium Reflect for system backups before risky installations. The overall tone is cautious but resolves with the decision to proceed carefully.
The forum thread discusses whether Waterfox browser is compatible with 32-bit Windows 7. Initially, there is conflicting information, with some sources suggesting support for both 32-bit and 64-bit systems, while the original poster searches for confirmation from the official website. Ultimately, the original poster decides to proceed with the installation, planning to use IObit Uninstaller as a precaution, while another user recommends using Macrium Reflect for system backups before risky installations. The overall tone is cautious but resolves with the decision to proceed carefully.
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Looks like 32 and 64 is supported:
Quote from that website:
Waterfox on 32-bit and 64-bit PCs
This download is licensed as freeware for the Windows (32-bit and 64-bit) operating system on a laptop or desktop PC from Link Removed without restrictions. Waterfox 2020.04 is available to all software users as a free download for Windows 10 PCs but also without a hitch on Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Waterfox - Download
Waterfox, free download for Windows. Privacy-focused web browser that is built on the Mozilla Firefox platform, but with added security and performance features.
waterfox.en.lo4d.com
Quote from that website:
Waterfox on 32-bit and 64-bit PCs
This download is licensed as freeware for the Windows (32-bit and 64-bit) operating system on a laptop or desktop PC from Link Removed without restrictions. Waterfox 2020.04 is available to all software users as a free download for Windows 10 PCs but also without a hitch on Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Looks like 32 and 64 is supported:
Quote from that website:
Waterfox on 32-bit and 64-bit PCs
This download is licensed as freeware for the Windows (32-bit and 64-bit) operating system on a laptop or desktop PC from Link Removed without restrictions. Waterfox 2020.04 is available to all software users as a free download for Windows 10 PCs but also without a hitch on Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Waterfox - Download
Waterfox, free download for Windows. Privacy-focused web browser that is built on the Mozilla Firefox platform, but with added security and performance features.
waterfox.en.lo4d.com
Quote from that website:
Waterfox on 32-bit and 64-bit PCs
This download is licensed as freeware for the Windows (32-bit and 64-bit) operating system on a laptop or desktop PC from Link Removed without restrictions. Waterfox 2020.04 is available to all software users as a free download for Windows 10 PCs but also without a hitch on Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Yeah, I saw that, but lo4d steered me wrong once before on a software supposedly compatible with XP Pro, which turned out not to be. I been all over the source website:
but could find no confirmation, nor has Google been cooperative, so thought I'd ask here. Guess I'll have to risk it. Maybe I will download IObit Uninstaller first...just in case. Thanks for the reply!
On that front I use Macrium Reflect (free edition):
Macrium Reflect Backup & Recovery Software
Reduce unplanned downtime in discrete and process manufacturing with dependable OT backup and recovery. Restore production systems fast across legacy, mixed, and multi‑plant environments.
www.macrium.com
on a regular basis ( to create and maintain three generarion complete backups of the system drive) with one-off backups whenever I install some iffy apps or or major system update.