{"id":5359,"date":"2022-02-11T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-11T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/epa\/nintendo-switch-web-browser\/"},"modified":"2025-07-02T12:32:17","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T10:32:17","slug":"nintendo-switch-browser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/nintendo-switch-browser\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Access the Secret Web Browser on Nintendo Switch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Nintendo Switch is an excellent handheld gaming console and is loved by many around the world. While it is known for its ability to play games, did you know you can use a web browser on your Nintendo Switch<\/strong> and surf the internet?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you didn\u2019t already know, that is because this feature is currently secret, and you must perform a series of tasks to enable the Nintendo Switch web browser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will uncover how to access the hidden web browser on the Switch<\/strong>. It doesn\u2019t matter whether you have the latest Switch or an older model; this works for all versions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Use The Hidden Web Browser On Your Switch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To access the built-in Nintendo Switch internet browser,\u00a0you have to change the console\u2019s Domain Name System service (DNS)<\/strong>. It’s an unofficial method, but it works, and you don’t need to be an expert to implement it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Warning:\u00a0<\/strong>Although no reported malware targets the Switch browser, remember that this is an unofficial way to surf the internet \u2014\u00a0use it at your own risk, especially when using a modded Switch version.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Here is the workaround to use the hidden browser on Switch:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Navigate to the System Settings Screen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tap the\u00a0\u201cgear\u201d icon,<\/strong> located on your home screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2: Access Your Internet Configuration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Click on “Internet > Internet Settings\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3: Select Your Wi-Fi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You will find it in the “Registered Networks”<\/strong> list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4: Change Internet Settings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In the next screen, you will find three options. Click on “Change Settings.”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5: Select Manual DNS Settings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Go down and you will find a button labeled\u00a0\u201cDNS Settings.\u201d<\/strong> From there, click \u201cManual\u201d<\/strong> \u2013 this enables us to change our Wi-Fi’s DNS settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 6: Change Primary DNS to 045.055.142.122<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Look for “Primary DNS” and click on it. Change the IP number and then click \u201cOk\u201d<\/strong> and \u201cSave\u201d<\/strong> the new configuration.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The IP 045.055.142.122<\/strong> is linked to a service called\u00a0SwitchBru<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong>It is\u00a0similar to an application <\/strong>that enables\u00a0the internet browser on your Nintendo Switch device by redirecting you to the famous search engine.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Step 7: Connect to the New Network<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After clicking “Save”, select “Connect to this network”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 8: Skip Registration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After you attempt to reconnect to your network, you will see the message above. This means everything worked correctly, and you must now hit\u00a0\u201cNext\u201d<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 9: Tap “Continue to Google.”<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the homepage you should see once you have tricked your console to display the SwitchBru DNS page. Just click the main button to launch the browser on your Nintendo Switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Is SwitchBru Safe on Nintendo Devices?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, Switchbru is safe to use. It works by redirecting your Nintendo Switch to a custom DNS, allowing access to the hidden web browser. Since it doesn’t involve hacking or jailbreaking, it won’t result in a ban from Nintendo services or any warranty-breaking problem. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, remember that it is a third-party tool. As always, be cautious when sharing personal information online to prevent your data from being tracked or stolen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Have a smart TV and Roku? We wrote about the best web browsers to use with Roku<\/a>, check it out<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

How to Revert to the Default Gaming Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Setting your Switch to force it to display SwitchBru\u2019s homepage whenever you connect to the internet prevents you from using your\u00a0online games. To go back to playing mode on your Switch, select DNS settings and change the setting from ‘manual’ back to ‘automatic’.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following steps will revert your console to the default setting and have your switch back to normal again:<\/p>\n\n\n\n