Getting Started with SageRift

Welcome to SageRift. This guide will help you install and configure your first secure workspace.

System Requirements

Before installing, ensure your device meets the minimum requirements:

• Windows: 10 (21H2) or 11, 64-bit
• macOS: Ventura (13.0) or later, Apple Silicon or Intel
• Linux: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, Fedora 39, or Arch (AUR)
• RAM: 4GB minimum, 8GB recommended
• Storage: 500MB free space

Installation

SageBrowser

1. Download the Installer
   Visit the Downloads page and select your operating system.

2. Run the Installer

   • Windows: Double-click the .msi file. Allow Administrator privileges if prompted.
   • macOS: Drag the SageBrowser icon to your Applications folder.
   • Linux: Run sudo dpkg -i sagebrowser.deb or sudo rpm -i sagebrowser.rpm.

3. Inital Setup Wizard Upon first launch, you will be prompted to:

   • Import bookmarks (optional)
   • Choose your default search engine (Default: SageSearch)
   • Select your privacy level (Balanced, Strict, or Custom)

SageTweaks (Windows Only)

SageTweaks is a portable executable. No installation is required.

1. Download SageTweaks.exe from your dashboard.
2. Right-click and select Run as Administrator.
3. Create a Restore Point when prompted (Highly Recommended).

Configuring Your First Workspace

SageBrowser uses "Workspaces" to isolate cookies and local storage.

1. Click the Shield Icon in the top-left corner.
2. Select + New Workspace.
3. Name your workspace (e.g., "Personal", "Work", "Banking").
4. Choose an icon and color theme.

Files downloaded in a workspace are saved to a separate, isolated folder by default.

Importing Settings

To import passwords and history from another browser:

1. Go to sage://settings/import.
2. Select your source browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox).
3. Uncheck "Telemetry usage data" if you wish to keep your old metrics private.
4. Click Import.

Note: We cannot import passwords from Chrome if you are not logged into your Google account on the OS level, due to encryption restrictions.

Troubleshooting

"Unverified Developer" on macOS

Because we optimize our binaries outside of the App Store sandbox, you may need to allow the app manually:

1. Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security.
2. Scroll to "Security" and look for the message about SageBrowser.
3. Click Open Anyway.

Connection Errors

If SageBrowser cannot connect to the internet, check if you have another VPN or Firewall active. SageBrowser's built-in VPN may conflict with third-party network drivers.