Brave Software · since 2016
Brave
Chrome-compatible browsing with ads blocked by default.
Brave feels like Chrome with the annoying parts turned down: ads and trackers blocked out of the box, while Chrome extensions still work.
Optional Rewards prompts are easy to disable. Pick Brave when you want Chrome compatibility without building a blocker stack yourself.
Why it's here
- Ads and trackers blocked without installing extensions
- Works with Chrome extensions and most websites
- Independent company outside Google and Microsoft
- Rewards/crypto features are optional and can be off