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Brave

A Chromium-based browser that blocks ads and trackers by default, with an optional AI assistant.

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About Brave

Brave is an open-source browser built on Chromium with privacy turned on by default. Its Shields feature blocks ads, trackers, cross-site cookies and fingerprinting without extensions, including ads on video sites, which makes pages load faster and use less data. Because it is Chromium-based, it runs Chrome extensions and renders sites like Chrome. Extras include the Leo AI assistant, which is free with an optional premium tier, Brave Search as the default engine, a built-in Tor window, a crypto wallet, and an opt-in program that shows privacy-respecting ads in exchange for BAT tokens. Paid add-ons include a VPN and Leo Premium. Some users find the crypto and rewards features distracting, though they can be turned off. The browser is free and licensed under the MPL, and runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. It suits people who want Chrome compatibility with strong blocking out of the box.

Best for: People who want Chrome compatibility with ads and trackers blocked by default.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Strong ad and tracker blocking without extensions
  • Runs Chrome extensions
  • Free AI assistant with no account needed

Why people leave

  • Crypto wallet and rewards features feel out of place to many
  • Some Brave services are upsold in the interface
  • Still depends on Google's Chromium engine

Top Brave alternatives

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  1. 1Firefox logo
    Firefox

    Independent engine with full uBlock Origin support and no crypto features.

    66.5
  2. 2Vivaldi logo
    Vivaldi

    Chromium browser with built-in ad blocking and far more customisation.

    62.6
  3. 3LibreWolf logo
    LibreWolf

    Hardened Firefox with uBlock Origin built in and no telemetry.

    59.6
  4. 4Helium logo
    Helium

    Minimal Chromium build with uBlock Origin and no extras to switch off.

    57.2
  5. 5DuckDuckGo Browser logo
    DuckDuckGo Browser

    Simple privacy browser with tracker blocking and no crypto.

    55.3

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Brave: common questions

Is Brave free?

Yes. Brave is free, open-source software.

Is Brave open source?

Yes. The source code is on GitHub at brave/brave-browser.

What platforms does Brave run on?

Brave is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.

What are the best alternatives to Brave?

The highest-ranked Brave alternatives right now are Firefox, Vivaldi and LibreWolf. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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