Brave

Brave is a fast, private and secure web browser for PCs, Macs and mobile devices that's designed to put the user first by blocking ads, conserving data and battery power and protecting privacy. It's based on the open-source Chromium Web core and adds its own client code licensed under the Mozilla Public License 2.0, which means it's got strong security and transparency protections.

Brave has a number of features that can help you get more out of the web:

• Private Search: Better search results with less SEO spam and no profiling.
• Built-in AI Assistant: Content creation, answering questions and more, built right into the browser.
• Powerful VPN: Protects every app on the entire device, not just the Brave browser.
• Shields: Built-in protection that blocks ads, trackers, fingerprinting and cookies by default.
• Faster Page Loading: Websites load 3-6 times faster since there's less junk to load.
• Unparalleled Privacy: Brave's shields block tracking and fingerprinting, and the VPN encrypts every connection.

You can get started with Brave without much hassle, importing your bookmarks and favorites from your existing browser. Brave is available in nearly 160 languages and runs on desktop computers, Android and iOS devices.

The browser is free to use, but Brave also offers premium features like Brave Talk Premium and Brave Firewall + VPN. The VPN service, which offers a 7-day free trial, costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year and protects up to 5 devices running on desktop computers, Android and iOS devices.

Brave is designed to protect your privacy and security, but it's not the only browser that does so. By focusing on speed, privacy and a cleaner web, though, Brave can help you reclaim some control over your online life.

Published on June 24, 2024