What is Comet and how is it different from other browsers?
Comet is a Chromium-based browser that integrates advanced AI capabilities powered by Perplexity. Unlike traditional browsers, Comet combines web browsing with intelligent features that enhance productivity and information access.
Comet also includes standard browser features like bookmarks, page translation, and support for most Chrome extensions
Key differentiating features include:
Perplexity AI-powered search as the primary search engine for accurate, verified information
Personal Search with Comet Intelligence that analyzes your browsing history to retrieve relevant information
Natural language Browser Commands for efficient tab management
Gmail connector for enhanced email and calendar query capabilities
Ask Button for contextual information about open web pages
Summarize Button for condensing lengthy conten
Built-in AdBlock for a cleaner browsing experience
How do I download and install Comet on Windows or Mac?
To download and install Comet on your Windows or Mac computer:
Visit the official Comet website and locate the download button
Select the appropriate version for your operating system (Windows or Mac)
Once downloaded, locate the installation file in your Downloads folder
For Mac: Drag the Comet icon to your Applications folder
For Windows: Run the installer and follow the on-screen promptsAfter installation completes, Comet will launch automatically
Follow any first-time setup instructions to configure your preferences
Note that Comet will automatically update when you relaunch the browser, or you can manually check for updates via Settings → About or using the update button in the top-right corner
Why is Comet asking me for keychain access?
Comet requests keychain access during installation to securely store sensitive information such as:
Website passwords and login credentials
Payment information for autofill functionality
Authentication tokens for connected services
Encrypted personal data used by Comet Intelligence features
This keychain access follows security best practices and ensures your sensitive data remains protected while allowing Comet to provide password management and autofill capabilities. The browser stores this information locally on your device with encryption
How do I make Comet my default browser?
Setting Comet as your default browser ensures all web links automatically open in Comet
On Mac:
Open System Preferences/Settings
Go to "Default Applications" or "General"
Find "Web Browser" or "Default web browser"
Select Comet from the dropdown menu
On Windows:
Open Settings
Navigate to "Apps" → "Default Apps"
Scroll to "Web Browser"
Click the current default browser and select Comet from the options
On Linux:
You can also set Comet as default when you first launch the browser by accepting the prompt that appears
How can I import my data from another browser?
importing your browsing data from another browser to Comet is straightforward:
Open Comet
Click the menu button (three dots) in the top-right corner
Go to "Settings"
Select "Import bookmarks and settings"
Choose your previous browser from the dropdown menu
Select which items to import (bookmarks, history, passwords, etc.)
Click "Import" to complete the process
This transfers your essential browsing data to Comet, making the transition seamless while maintaining your personalized browsing setup