HISTORY, BOOKMARKS & ENHANCED SECURITY
Rush v2.2 brings a major stability upgrade with history & bookmarks manager, full sandbox security, updated UI, weather dashboard, and performance improvements for faster Handshake browsing.
WHAT'S NEW IN v2.2
Major stability and experience upgrade for faster, safer, and more useful browsing
History & Bookmarks
Full browsing history and bookmarks manager with options to open, delete, or clear all. Clean, fast interface for the most requested feature.
Full Sandbox Security
External websites are now fully isolated from browser's internal systems. Sites cannot access browser functions - a big step toward truly secure Handshake browsing.
Performance Improvements
DNS caching, DANE/TLS caching, faster tab creation, reduced reloads, optimized internal pages. Everyday browsing feels smoother and more responsive.
CORE FEATURES
Enhanced browsing experience with improved security and performance
History & Bookmarks
Full browsing history and bookmarks manager with clean interface. Open, delete, or clear all with options for managing your browsing data.
Weather Dashboard
New welcome page showing local weather, time, timezone, Crypto Fear & Greed Index, and promoted Handshake sites with smart caching for instant loads.
Full Sandbox Security
External websites fully isolated from browser's internal systems. Sites cannot access browser functions, making browsing safer and more private.
HOW RUSH REDIRECT WORKS
Set up Handshake TXT-based redirection in 3 simple steps
Update Your TXT Record
Add TXT records to your Handshake (HNS) domain:
RUSH=yourdomain.com
Or redirect to any HNS label:
RUSH=you
RUSH=you.guidance
Use IPFS for direct content hosting from blockchain-backed TXT on your HNS name:
IPFS=QmXoypizjW3WknFiJnKLwHCnL72vedxjQkDDP1mXWo6uco
RUSH and IPFS TXT records are currently supported for HNS domains; ENS domains are resolved via gateways and ignore these keys.
Browser Resolves via HNS DoH
Rush Browser sends DNS-over-HTTPS queries for TXT, NS, and A records through a prioritized list of Handshake resolvers, with timeouts and caching to keep lookups fast and reliable.
Special thanks to Nathan Woodburn from Australia for building HNSDoh - without his work, the gateway would not be possible.
- ap.hnsdoh.com (primary)
- as.hnsdoh.com (fallback)
- au.hnsdoh.com (fallback)
Results are cached in-browser for 5 minutes to avoid redundant DNS queries.
Instant HTML Redirect
When a matching RUSH= TXT record is found, Rush serves a tiny HTML page that immediately forwards the user to the normalized target URL.
yourhns/ → target.com
In testing, HNS sites typically load in 2–4 seconds versus 10–15 seconds with slower legacy resolver paths, once TXT changes have propagated to the queried HNS resolvers.
Supported TXT Keys
| Key | Usage | Example | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
RUSH= |
Instant redirects for HNS domains | RUSH=example.com |
Active |
IPFS= |
Load content from IPFS CID | IPFS=QmXoypiz... |
Active |
TLSA= |
DANE certificate validation | Auto-handled | Active |
Currently supported for HNS domains. ENS domains are resolved via gateways.
Security & Resolution Architecture
Technical Implementation
Parallel TXT/NS Lookup
TXT and NS DNS-over-HTTPS queries for HNS domains execute in parallel via Promise.all() to minimize latency before redirect and IPFS checks run.
Smart Caching
DNS responses are cached in-memory with a 5-minute TTL to prevent redundant queries and speed up repeat visits.
Prioritized Resolvers
Rush uses an ordered list of HNS DNS-over-HTTPS resolvers with per-resolver timeouts and graceful fallback if one endpoint is slow or unavailable.
Fallback Chain
Resolution flow: HNS DoH → direct HTTPS-to-IP → gateway (hns.to) → human-friendly error pages when all methods fail.
THE RUSH BROWSER REVOLUTION
Rush Browser v2.2 pushes decentralized browsing forward with major stability upgrades, history & bookmarks manager, full sandbox security, and a modern weather dashboard designed for real‑world use.
This upgrade brings the most requested features while enhancing security and performance, making Rush the most capable Handshake browser available.
Why v2.2 is a Game Changer
Unlike previous versions, v2.2 introduces essential browsing features like history and bookmarks while significantly improving security through full sandbox isolation. The new weather dashboard provides useful information at a glance, and performance improvements make everyday browsing smoother.
This architecture makes Rush Browser v2.2 a powerful option for decentralized browsing, combining essential features with robust security and improved performance.
Rush Browser is developed and maintained by Rush Team, with a singular vision: to make accessing the decentralized web as secure, intelligent, and user-friendly as modern technology allows.
WHY RUSH IS DIFFERENT
Complete browsing experience with enhanced security
History & Bookmarks
Full browsing history and bookmarks manager - most requested feature
Full Sandbox Security
External sites isolated from browser systems for maximum protection
Weather Dashboard
Welcome page with local weather, time, and crypto sentiment index
Performance Boost
DNS caching, faster tab creation, reduced reloads, optimized pages
Native HNS + ENS Support
Direct resolution of decentralized naming systems
Updated Interface
Polished, smoother UI with cleaner navigation and better tab handling
REAL-WORLD PERFORMANCE
Enhanced speed and responsiveness in v2.2
Note: Performance improvements in v2.2 include DNS caching, DANE/TLS caching, faster tab creation, reduced reloads, and optimized internal pages for smoother everyday browsing.
FEATURE COMPARISON
See how Rush Browser compares on decentralized features
| Feature |
Rush v2.2
|
Brave
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Chrome
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|---|---|---|---|
| History & Bookmarks | |||
| HNS Native Support | |||
| ENS Native Support | |||
| Full Sandbox Security | |||
| Weather Dashboard | |||
| Zero Built-in Telemetry | |||
| DANE / TLSA Integration |
Full Sandbox Security: External websites are fully isolated from browser's internal systems, preventing access to browser functions and making browsing safer and more private.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Built on modern technologies for performance and security
Framework
Electron / Chromium
Security
Full Sandbox Isolation, DANE/TLSA validation, HTTPS-only navigation
Performance
DNS caching, DANE/TLS caching, faster tab creation, reduced reloads
Features
History & Bookmarks, Weather Dashboard, Updated UI, Better Fullscreen
Protocols
hns://, ens://, http://, https://
DNS Resolution
DNS-over-HTTPS with multiple HNS resolvers and smart caching
Storage
IPFS loading via gateway using IPFS CIDs from blockchain-backed TXT records
Compatibility
Windows, macOS, Linux (Debian, AppImage, Portable)
DOWNLOAD RUSH BROWSER v2.2
Experience enhanced browsing with history, bookmarks, and full sandbox security
All downloads are direct from GitHub — no login required. Try the v2.2 release today.
Open Web3 for Everyone
Rush Browser is committed to making decentralized web access simple, secure, and available to everyone. With v2.2, we've added essential browsing features while enhancing security and performance, paving the way for a more open and user-friendly decentralized internet.