Brave Browser

Privacy Out of the Box

Built-in Privacy

Brave blocks ads and trackers by default. No configuration needed—privacy protection is enabled from the first launch.

  • Blocks ads and trackers automatically
  • Fingerprinting protection
  • Built-in Tor mode (Private Window with Tor)
  • HTTPS upgrades

Considerations

Chromium-basedGoogle's engine, contributes to browser monoculture
BAT/CryptoOptional crypto rewards feature—disable for simplicity

Recommended Settings

  • Shields → Aggressive fingerprinting blocking
  • Disable Brave Rewards if not using
  • Use Brave Search or DuckDuckGo
  • Enable "Prevent sites from fingerprinting"