Why not just fork Firefox and create your own browser like LibreWolf?
One Major reason: Security updates. I am the only person working on this project, and I am not currently in a position to guarantee consistent & timely browser security updates. Things happen. The majority of browser forks are simply hobbyist projects that do not take matters like this seriously, but Phoenix is different: We put privacy & security at the forefront of everything we do. I am not willing to put my users at risk, now or ever.
Why is this project any different (security updates wise), and what is to prevent it going the way of Mull (sustainability, etc.)?
For your Dove project, you require:
macOS users must have Homebrew installed, and must grant Terminal the
App ManagementPermission.
The reasons why granting the app management permission is a serious security risk are documented here. I’m concerned about a security-first attitude which is crucial for a worthy successor to Mull.