Brave
A secure web browser that blocks ads and trackers, protects privacy, and loads pages faster while saving data and battery life.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Local (on your machine)
- Platforms
- desktopcross-platformone-click install
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/brave/brave-browser or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.
Replaces 6 paid apps
up to $150/mo ($1,800/yr) in subscriptions
Brave FAQ
Common questions
Is Brave free and open source?+
Brave is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. A secure web browser that blocks ads and trackers, protects privacy, and loads pages faster while saving data and battery life.
What paid software does Brave replace?+
Brave serves as a free replacement for 6 paid SaaS applications: Arc, Dia Browser, Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera, Safari, saving up to $150/month ($1,800/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Brave?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/brave/brave-browser or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
What is the catch or trade-off with Brave?+
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.