Brave

Brave is a privacy-first browser built for users who want a secure, ad-free internet experience. It includes built-in tracking protection, ad blocking, and advanced security features, allowing you to browse faster and safer by default. Brave also offers a clean, distraction-free environment ideal for developers testing web applications without interference from ads or third-party scripts. It’s a powerful open-source alternative to Arc Browser, Google Chrome, Firefox, and Opera offering speed, privacy, and simplicity out of the box.

Key features include:

• Built-in Ad Blocker: Blocks third-party ads and trackers, enhancing privacy and reducing page load times.
• Brave Shields: Offers protection against tracking, fingerprinting, and malicious content.
• VPN: Provides a VPN service (Brave Firewall + VPN) to encrypt connections and protect user data.
• Brave Search: A private search engine that doesn't track user queries or profile users.
• Leo AI: An AI assistant integrated directly into the browser for generating content and answering questions.
• Cross-Platform Availability: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.