# Sidebar Sync for Arc Members — A companion app

> Mobile companion for Arc browser users to access Spaces, tabs, and saved links. (iPhone/iPad app by The Browser Company of New York Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sidebar-sync-for-arc-members/id1669785846 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Browser Company of New York Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532550911)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 680 App Store ratings · 73 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 105 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-03-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sidebar-sync-for-arc-members/id1669785846/reviews.md

## What is Sidebar Sync for Arc Members?

Our v1 app, for members who use Arc on Mac. Access your Spaces and tabs on the go, save links from other apps to read later and view your Easels. It's your whole internet, in your pocket. 

Happy browsing! 
The Browser Company 

P.S. Our new Browse for Me features are NOT in this app. Find Arc Search in the App Store now!

## Key features

- Access Arc Spaces and tabs on mobile
- Save links from other apps
- View Easels
- Sync browsing sessions
- On-the-go internet access

## What do users think of Sidebar Sync for Arc Members?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great start
- 👍 Beautiful design
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Innovative concept
- 👍 Intuitive user experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 Syncing issues
- 🔒 Requires account
- 🔒 No default browser option
- 🔒 Limited features compared to desktop
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Syncing not working reliably
- Frequent crashes
- Unable to open new tabs
- Incompatibility with certain websites

**Most requested features**

- Add multiple tabs
- Implement default browser option
- Sync favorites and browsing history
- Add private browsing mode
- Introduce iPad version

## Recent user reviews (10 of 73)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sidebar-sync-for-arc-members/id1669785846/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Arc is great but it needs to improve.

*2024-02-05*

I’ve had a delightful experience using Arc Browser on macOS. Its design is truly exquisite, and I personally prefer it to Chrome. However, I’ve noticed that the iOS version lacks the ability to install extensions and doesn’t seem to offer the full range of features available on the desktop version. There appears to be significant room for improvement in the mobile experience.
Additionally, I have a query regarding the browser’s search functionality. The inability to change the default search engine is quite limiting, especially for Chinese users like myself who cannot access Google without special networking conditions. I believe it would be greatly beneficial to implement a simple settings interface that allows users to select their preferred search engine. This would enhance the browser’s appeal and usability for a broader audience.

(Translated by ChatGLM-4, an LLM trained by ZhipuAI& THUDM)

### 2/5 — Frustrating Mobile App

*2024-01-15*

While I love the desktop app, and that seems where they are focused. The app is a frustrating disconnect from the desktop app. The UI takes some frustrating discovery. The pull down to view spaces is not easy to use. When I am logged in a gmail profile you can reset the cookies on the page. I hate the whole auto archive the pages. You view a page come back later and its gone. And there is no visual board to see any of your pages. This leaves me to continue using the Brave or Safary browser cause at least all my tabs are visible and I can have control of the data and privacy of the pages I view.

### 4/5 — Very basic, but that’s a good thing.

*2023-12-20*

The common complaint I’ve seen with this app is the simplicity. You’re not able to do a lot of things as you can with other mobile browsers… but I love it!

Personally, I have a problem with having too many tabs open on my phone. Before this app, I had like 100 I never used and likely never would. Now, I literally have one tab open ever, since this app makes it difficult to keep them open.

My only complaint is the speed. It seems to take a little bit to load a tab, definitely slower than other browsers.

### 3/5 — Definitely a “companion”

*2023-12-17*

So first things to point out: this isn’t meant to be a full replacement for a browser, thus why they put the word “companion” into the app title. As a companion, it works enough. From anywhere with a share menu, you can add links to your Arc spaces, those show up on your Mac, and you of course can see and access your spaces within the app as well. One strange omission is the ability to see your favorites. You can only see pinned tabs. This where it comes from 5-star to 4-star.  There is also web functionality built into this app, but it’s just the basics for quick peeks into your open tabs in arc. This is also where this app becomes a 3-star instead of a 4-star. Given this is a companion app, I would’ve been fine with the basics only, but you can’t change the search engine, and the default is Google. Given the otherwise great Privacy Policy from Arc, not being able to switch from Google is disappointing. You can still type direct urls in the search bar though, so I can use an alternative with an extra step each search. I’d really like to see the ability to switch search engines though. As expected from the Arc team, the UI is wonderful and built like it was meant for a smartphone. It’s fast and easy to get around. Overall, I like the app, and can’t wait to see a full Arc browser on mobile down the road.

### 3/5 — Arc on iphone is awesome, but not today

*2023-11-26*

First of all I want to say, that I hate writing reviews on apps, by the way this is my first one.
Arc is marvellous on Mac, I’ve started using it recently and the thing about spaces, folders, notes, boosts and so on is great. 
I’ve decided to fully change my basic browser on all my devices, but when i downloaded it on Iphone I was shocked… Arc is empty on Iphone unfortunately. I mean it can be used as a browsing machine, but it can’t be used as a basic browser on Iphone instead of safari.
Dear Developers, please keep updating Arc and create the best browser.

### 4/5 — Good, but needs to be a full browser

*2023-11-16*

I get that Apple requires iOS browsers to run on WebKit, which makes it difficult to develop Arc into a full browser on mobile while you’re also trying to create a Windows desktop version of Arc and dealing with routine updates and bug fixes on macOS.

But. I would really, really love to be able to make Arc my default browser on iOS and do basic browser things like change the default search engine (Google, no thanks). Getting all my pinned tabs is great, and so is pinning pages from mobile Safari for desktop viewing later. But I’m ready to cut out the middleman.

For context, I’d been using Safari as my default desktop browser for like, ever, until Arc came around. Because it was good my purposes and I can’t abide Chrome or the design-challenged Chromium alternatives. Arc has converted me. Let’s finish the transition.

### 4/5 — Was questionable

*2023-11-04*

At first I discovered arc on Mac on my way to finding a more simplistic web browser that didn’t sacrifice in the UI department. That was not arc. I found arc to have a massive learning curve, and while it was pretty, it wasn’t what I was looking for. This is. This is a heavily slimmed down browser experience that gives you what you need and nothing more, and it’s intuitive as heck. Time to go check out the desktop browser again. 
Two caveats though. Firstly, I hope the account sign in requirement goes away when this leaves whatever beta it’s in, and two, I can’t set arc as my default browser. It’s not on the list. What gives?

### 4/5 — Could be great

*2023-11-03*

I’m really liking Arc’s UI but particularly on desktop. The mobile version for iOS, I assume because it’s labeled a companion, is a lot more limited which is understandable due to the form factor. There are some little nitpicks I have such as Arc not being able to be selected as a default browser. I can do this on Mac, but it’s not an option on iPhone. Again, I think it’s just because this is supposed to be a companion for the desktop version. I’d just like to see more done with this mobile app to make it more of its own like how Safari, Chrome, and Firefox have specific mobile versions that don’t feel like as much of a compromise.

### 4/5 — Great on Desktop, Missing features on mobile

*2023-10-29*

I love the Arc browser. I have changed over to arc on desktop and it has been huge for my productivity and focus.  It’s the cleanest and most efficient browser one can use. It is also beautiful. However, the mobile app is lacking in features. I big one: the commonly used bookmarks that pin to the top of the desktop browser are not visible on mobile, cutting out several bookmarks or go to sites from the mobile experience. Bit of a bummer considering how nice this feature is on desktop and how much of a visual representation it is of Arcs features.

### 2/5 — A waitlist for a browser‽

*2023-10-23*

I saw an article praising this on the Mac, so when I saw it was on iOS, I jumped in to test it. Like a frozen lake, I didn't get very far into it. Instantly disappointed that there's a waitlist for a browser. That indicates to me one of three things: they're concerned they can't handle new users and thus Arc should still be in TestFlight, they're trying to build hype by artificially limiting access to a native app, or they're trying to collect your data. It also seems to *require* an account to work. Real browsers don't need your email address to function, and neither does this company. But with all that said, we need innovation and competition in the browser space, so I'm leaving an extra star for the attempt. Once this vendor comes to its senses, I'll be happy to try again. For now, it's not worth handing over a single bit of personally-identifiable information for free.

## Frequently asked questions about Sidebar Sync for Arc Members

### What does Sidebar Sync for Arc Members do?

This app acts as a mobile companion for Arc browser users on Mac. It allows you to access your Arc Spaces and tabs while on the go. You can also save links from other applications to read later and view your Easels.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include accessing your Arc Spaces and tabs remotely, saving links from other apps for later reading, and viewing your Easels. It essentially brings your Arc browsing experience to your mobile device.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, based on the provided information, this application is free to use. There are no mentions of subscription fees or in-app purchases required for its core functionality.

### What devices is Sidebar Sync for Arc Members compatible with?

The description specifically mentions it is a companion app for members who use Arc on Mac. While not explicitly stated for mobile OS, it is designed to be used on mobile devices to sync with the Mac version of Arc.

### What is the main use case for this app?

The primary use case is to provide Arc browser users with seamless access to their browsing sessions, saved links, and visual boards (Easels) from their mobile devices. It ensures your internet content is accessible wherever you are.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.11.4 — 2024-05-23

The Arc Mobile Companion App is on its way out, but we have good news! Our Arc Search app is even better. Download Arc Search today to:
- Keep seamlessly syncing your Spaces and Tabs across devices
- Use our newest AI features like Browse for Me and Pinch to Summarize
- And even set Arc as your default mobile browser, finally!

We'll see you on the other side,
Your friends at The Browser Company

### 1.11.3 — 2024-04-04

This release includes a minor syncing update to ensure compatibility with Arc for Mac.

### 1.11.1 — 2024-03-28

Thank you for your feedback as we keep building Arc!

Today's release includes small tweaks - most notably copy updates for some exciting changes we have coming soon to Arc Search.

Happy browsing!
Your friends at The Browser Company

### 1.11.0 — 2024-02-02

Thanks for using Arc Mobile Companion! This version includes:

- Minor bug fixes and stability improvement.

### 1.10.0 — 2024-01-17

As always, thank you for your feedback as we keep building Arc!

Today's release includes bug fixes and general improvements - including support for some exciting changes coming soon to sync in Arc on Mac.

Happy browsing!
Your friends at The Browser Company

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