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Description:
Lynx-like WWW browser that supports tables, menus, etc.
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.30@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 24, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: text-browser terminal console web-client cli
Install: brew install links
About:
Links is a text-based web browser designed for the terminal, offering a robust browsing experience without a graphical user interface. It renders HTML with support for tables, frames, and menus, making it highly functional for viewing modern web content in a console environment. It operates in both standard and graphics modes, providing flexibility for various system setups.
Key Features:
  • Renders tables and frames correctly in text mode
  • Supports both HTTP and HTTPS protocols
  • Runs in both text and graphics ( framebuffer ) modes
  • Low resource usage suitable for servers and older hardware
Use Cases:
  • Browsing the web from headless servers or via SSH
  • Accessing documentation on systems without a GUI
  • Automating web interactions or data retrieval in scripts
Alternatives:
  • lynx – Links offers better rendering of tables and frames compared to the more basic Lynx.
  • w3m – Similar functionality, but Links often provides better performance and rendering speed.
Version History
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Dec 24, 2025 9:07am 2.30 0 VERSION_BUMP 80d8d1af
Sep 16, 2025 6:30am 0 VERSION_BUMP 11a22d26
Nov 24, 2024 10:15am 0 VERSION_BUMP d9f50f20