The whole idea behind the Mullvad Browser is to not change its default settings at all for better fingerprinting protection (every Mullvad Browser user will have the same fingerprint).
@@georgebreahna5564 Always the weirdest comment on Mental Outlaw videos is without fail the "weak argument" one How is "If you don't use the default settings you're more trackable" a bad argument? Its not even a argument, its a truth. Companies fingerprint you based on your settings.
The ugly as heck black bars is intolerable. Also, how can i make the browser remember passwords? Or better is there a windows app or software that can remember my passwords for me not to having to type them manually every time?
I love how I get called NPC by my classmates for using hardened firefox, then they go ahead and willfully use the shittest, most malware bloated option for internet browsing just because its the most popular one 😭🙏
One of the first things I do when spinning up a new system is install Librewolf and Brave (as a Chromium alternative if required). But, my daily driver is Librewolf with no complaints.
I hope not, a majority of Firefox's revenue comes from Google paying them to have their search engine set as default. If they end up taking too much of the market share away, guess who will conveniently pull the plug.
I have just recently stumbled upon this rabbit hole of firefox privacy forks a couple weeks ago and it's all because of this channel, so thanks for making these videos about privacy! You're spreading awareness.
Not for much longer a court in the US just ruled that as a monopolistic practice and unfairly blocks search competition . Sometime within the next month remedies will be discussed but Firefox can probably kiss that good bye
If only Mozilla was competent in monetising its reputation to make itself sustainable instead of pouring money into execs and stuff like Pocket that no one asked for.
The moment I built my own pc, I started using Firefox. I hated having to use default chrome browser for work. Idk how anyone uses the internet without blockers and anti-redirects.
floorp is also pretty good (although it's based on esr until next version), and it actually has a built-in userjs selector with a number of popular options included (though personally I use it because of native vertical tabs)
I’m a brave user here, I think brave is fine for general use, even though it is a fork of chromium, Firefox was always a close second behind my current browser of choice.
I still have an old sandisk usb that had the built in dashboard thing with firefox on it. I loved that usb until half the memory capacity got lost, now i just hold onto it for the memory of using it for firefox on school computers
Brave ad blocking is good enough for me. Plus it's still fast being Chromium based and has good anti-fingerprinting. Still hoping Ladybird will actually ship one day.
@@USSMariner Brave Shields block ads and trackers by default, and they’re built natively in the Brave browser-no extensions required. Since Shields are patched directly onto the open-source Chromium codebase, they don’t rely on MV2 or MV3. Thanks to this independence, Google’s forced removal of MV2 will not weaken Brave Shields.
@@USSMariner Brave Shields block ads and trackers by default, and they’re built natively in the Brave browser-no extensions required. Since Shields are patched directly onto the open-source Chromium codebase, they don’t rely on MV2 or MV3. Thanks to this independence, Google’s forced removal of MV2 will not weaken Brave Shields.
Thank you for the video you shared with us all!. The discussion about privacy and ad blocking in web browsers is so important nowadays isn't it? I found it really helpful to discover browsers that focus on safeguarding user privacy while ensuring a smooth browsing experience free from annoying ads.. What caught my attention the most was the breakdown of each browsers features and how they stack up against one another in terms of functionality.. Now I feel well informed to select the browser that balances security and usability for my online activities.. Can't wait to see more content on cybersecurity and advancements, in technology!
I need an actually good Chromium based browser alternative if I ever need to use it, been using Brave but after the whole Brave rewards thing I feel like i can't trust them anymore.
The brave browser will also be the only chromium based browser with ublock origin like ad blocking since manifest V3 won't affect their built in ad blocker .
@@amagostartdatbigfirekickba9865 Privacy Claims Scrutiny: Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated. Whitelist Controversies: In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies. Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features: Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features. Centralization Concerns: As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web. BAT Token Regulatory Issues: The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets. Performance Claims: While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time. Ad-Blocking Controversies: Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy. Open-Source Concerns: Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features. User Data Handling: There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads. Compatibility Issues: Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser. Cryptocurrency Wallet Security: There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions. Brave Rewards in Different Regions: Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
@@amagostartdatbigfirekickba9865 Some don't like it because of the crypto features, I assume that's what fractastical was referring to, but there's no major problem with that, a minor annoyance to disable them at worst.
@@smilodon92 They‘ll patch it back in. Quote from their site: "Will MV2 extensions still work in Brave? Yes, for now. We recognize the importance of supporting existing Manifest V2 extensions. We have force-enabled Manifest V2 support in the Brave browser, ensuring that you can continue to use your favorite extensions without interruption. In June 2025, Google plans to remove all remaining Manifest V2 items from the Chrome Web Store. While Brave has no extension store, we have a robust process for customizing (or “patching”) atop the open-source Chromium engine. This will allow us to offer limited MV2 support even after it’s fully removed from the upstream Chromium codebase. Which MV2 extensions will work in Brave? As of now, the MV2 extensions we plan to explicitly support are AdGuard AdBlocker, NoScript, uBlock Origin, and uMatrix. This feature will be best-effort: we might have to modify support based on either Google’s plans or what extension authors ultimately decide to do. If extensions become stale or obsolete, we may remove support for them rather than offer our users an out-of-date (potentially even unsafe) experience. We’re gradually rolling out a new page in Settings that lists these extensions. Once you have the update, you will see it in [extensions settings page]."
@@smilodon92 I bet they will be maintaining the original Chromium and somehow morphing in Mv2? I don't know. I'm not a programmer. I'm just throwing words out there hoping it makes sense.
When they say "Chrome only" they might mean "chromium only", so Brave could work, Firefox with an extension that makes websites think you’re on chrome might work too, and if those two don’t work, ungoogled chromium probably works
I'm working on a project involving creating fake online identities to compile a list of websites that sell to data brokers, anybody know the worst browsers that sell or share this data?
That's what I'm trying to figure out, if I come up with ridiculous unique names and I can then backtrack which websites sold that specific piece of information, I know they do webcrawling to pick and pull publicly visible information from X, Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. That's about all I've got so far.
Great video, I'm a huge fan of firefox myself. Could you do a video on the best search engines for privacy and ad blocking as well? You're one of the only guys on RUclips who speaks my language when it comes to this stuff
No. Money makes people talk and walk. The people talking and walking are ultra-rich millionaires and billionaires who make the rules to benefit themselves. RUclips and Google are going nowhere, the intelligence agencies rely to heavily on the backdoors Google provides.
A court in the US just ruled that as a monopolistic practice and unfairly blocks search competition . Sometime within the next month remedies will be discussed , so who knows maybe
@@Mexicomank2 They did deem them guilty, but the damages will most likely not affect Google/Alphabet in the slightest, since its basically the cost of doing business, losing a couple hundred million wont do any damage, only when it jumps to billions, which is unlikely just because of how the US court is.
the new browser Zen browser is actually really nice, and super smooth, just debating whether I should use an adblocker extension or not coming from brave...
if you want to hear why, check out the podcast "Rabbit Hole" by the New York Times. In ep2 and a few after they interview an x-youtube dev. One that worked at yt in 2010 and was tasked with creating the algorithm. The algorithm we use today.
Privacy Claims Scrutiny: Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated. Whitelist Controversies: In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies. Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features: Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features. Centralization Concerns: As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web. BAT Token Regulatory Issues: The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets. Performance Claims: While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time. Ad-Blocking Controversies: Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy. Open-Source Concerns: Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features. User Data Handling: There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads. Compatibility Issues: Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser. Cryptocurrency Wallet Security: There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions. Brave Rewards in Different Regions: Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
@@lussor1 Junk. Privacy Claims Scrutiny: Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated. Whitelist Controversies: In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies. Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features: Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features. Centralization Concerns: As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web. BAT Token Regulatory Issues: The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets. Performance Claims: While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time. Ad-Blocking Controversies: Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy. Open-Source Concerns: Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features. User Data Handling: There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads. Compatibility Issues: Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser. Cryptocurrency Wallet Security: There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions. Brave Rewards in Different Regions: Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
It's so weird when the favourite changes. I remember when Firefox was the hot new one. Then people started saying Chrome is the hot new one. And now we get to today.
Judging by the comments, not many Firefox sheep understood the privacy implications of using stock FIrefox. I think it would be helpful if you made an explicit video just about this so people who just read the video titles get the picture.
That's a shameful misunderstanding then, because it's explicitly mentioned in the video. This misconception would be over much sooner with it had a distinction between source and main version, like Chromium to Chrome, FireFoxium to FireFox.
Privacy Claims Scrutiny: Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated. Whitelist Controversies: In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies. Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features: Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features. Centralization Concerns: As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web. BAT Token Regulatory Issues: The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets. Performance Claims: While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time. Ad-Blocking Controversies: Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy. Open-Source Concerns: Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features. User Data Handling: There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads. Compatibility Issues: Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser. Cryptocurrency Wallet Security: There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions. Brave Rewards in Different Regions: Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
To be honest I prefer using Firefox and just tweak a bunch of settings for privacy. But now I'm puzzled over using a fork like Librewolf or Mullvad.. and this Arkenfox will probably break my Firefox. What do you guys recommend for the best privacy and usability combined? Firefox, Mullvad, or Librewolf? I know about Floorp too, but it's way too much for me.. I don't care about customization. Just something that's private and works very well out of the box with minor tweaks.
We never had anything other than Firefox when growing up, I still use that sentiment whenever I have to work at a PC different from mine and take the time to install that first
I always find it amusing that people that use 'popular' adblocker have problems on a regular basis, meanwhile me using a rather unknown blocker have had no problems what so ever.
UBlock has always worked for me. Never had any issues on any of the browsers. Yeah, for 2 days ads on RUclips weren't blocked but it's been fine the rest of the time.
Somebody in another comment recommended Floorp. It's another Firefox fork with the greatest name ever. I don't know how it is for privacy out-of-the box, but it should be just as hardenable as Firefox. I can tell you from messing with it for a bit that it is absolutely faster than Firefox.
Floorp is actually easier to harden than Firefox. It has additional security options, one of them including disabling WebGL and enabling resist fingerprinting with just the click of two check boxes in the settings. Librewolf has all of these settings by default though, and is less bloated. But Floorp is beautiful. Firefox meanwhile is the hardest to harden out of them all, and without Arkenfox or Betterfox requires customising about:config. But even applying Arkenfox or Betterfox to a user.js is harder than just having the settings from the get-go.
Add waterfox to this list, i've been using it for years and he specifically removes all firefox telemetry and has customization support that firefox has removed.
Privacy Claims Scrutiny: Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated. Whitelist Controversies: In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies. Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features: Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features. Centralization Concerns: As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web. BAT Token Regulatory Issues: The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets. Performance Claims: While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time. Ad-Blocking Controversies: Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy. Open-Source Concerns: Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features. User Data Handling: There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads. Compatibility Issues: Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser. Cryptocurrency Wallet Security: There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions. Brave Rewards in Different Regions: Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
So correct me if I'm wrong, brave will still be able to use unlock right? You can side load it. I do use Firefox as a secondary browser, but otherwise I use Brave. It's mostly down to familiarity with Chromium but if I can't side load unlock I'll just move entirely. I just don't think google has a way to remove side loading from third party forks.
Chrome has fallen. Billions must browse elsewhere.
It was never on.
Billions won’t notice or care.
I stopped using Google Chrome since many years ago. Way ahead of you. It okay keep up.
you can tell its a bot because the timestamp means it never watched the video
RAM is HORRIBLE along with that, Firefox is my new browser…
This era is abt to be like the mad max of browsers.
Pre nuke and post nuke browsers.
You're too young to remember the Netscape vs IE years, aren't you?
You might be too young for the browser wars... But we still have our battle scars and ready to fight again.
The whole idea behind the Mullvad Browser is to not change its default settings at all for better fingerprinting protection (every Mullvad Browser user will have the same fingerprint).
I've always found the "privacy within a crowd" argument pretty weak, unless you have something like TOR constantly scambling traffic.
@@georgebreahna5564 Always the weirdest comment on Mental Outlaw videos is without fail the "weak argument" one
How is "If you don't use the default settings you're more trackable" a bad argument? Its not even a argument, its a truth. Companies fingerprint you based on your settings.
@@SinfieldWrittens what is even the point when they have canvas to find out exactly what hardware youre running
@@lv1543 canvas isn't enabled by default on mullvad.
The ugly as heck black bars is intolerable. Also, how can i make the browser remember passwords?
Or better is there a windows app or software that can remember my passwords for me not to having to type them manually every time?
Been a firefox and uBlock origin user for years and years.
Me too.
I'm using Firefox since Version 3.5
Good
For
You
Yo también, ahorita cambié a Waterfox y está más rápido que Firefox, diría casi igual que Chrome.
Google has given Firefox so many new users by just making a worst product!
So true. Brave too
What got worse exactly?
@@roseanne1466lose of support for a popular ad blocker, didnt you watch the video?
@@valentinkrajzelman4649 🤣
Google gets lots of revenue from Firefox still.
I love how I get called NPC by my classmates for using hardened firefox, then they go ahead and willfully use the shittest, most malware bloated option for internet browsing just because its the most popular one 😭🙏
You have stupid classmates if they think that's worth making fun of even if firefox was a bad browser (which it isn't)
@@gairisiuil It is. It's just as bad as Chrome is. They sold out brother. No browser is safe.
yatagarasu pfp, opinion respected
Ur an NPC dude
@@StarlordStavangersold me fent and is trying to cover up his Involvement with Kris Tyson
One of the first things I do when spinning up a new system is install Librewolf and Brave (as a Chromium alternative if required). But, my daily driver is Librewolf with no complaints.
Watching on Firefox while uninstalling Chrone from a friend's laptop :)
Noice
Great work. Keep it up.
Thanks fellas, just doing my sworn duty 🫡
😮
but are you wearing programmer socks?
Fingers crossed that the whole manifest v3 fiasco will boost the usage of firefox and its forks.
I hope not, a majority of Firefox's revenue comes from Google paying them to have their search engine set as default. If they end up taking too much of the market share away, guess who will conveniently pull the plug.
@@paull1248 Then we move to the others. Mullvad or Librewolf.
I have just recently stumbled upon this rabbit hole of firefox privacy forks a couple weeks ago and it's all because of this channel, so thanks for making these videos about privacy! You're spreading awareness.
Mozilla depends on Google money though. That bodes ill for the future of Firefox.
It's already spyware
Default firefox is not worth. Go for private forks
Not for much longer a court in the US just ruled that as a monopolistic practice and unfairly blocks search competition . Sometime within the next month remedies will be discussed but Firefox can probably kiss that good bye
Nonsense, FireFox will be kept alive by the respect people have.
If only Mozilla was competent in monetising its reputation to make itself sustainable instead of pouring money into execs and stuff like Pocket that no one asked for.
LibreWolf Gang tho
firefox user since 2007
Oh you're new to Firefox..
😅
@@basdfgwe 😁what's your time using it
Started using it a year and something ago when I first started learning about cybersecurity
The moment I built my own pc, I started using Firefox. I hated having to use default chrome browser for work. Idk how anyone uses the internet without blockers and anti-redirects.
my man 🤝
Meanwhile, Microsoft Edge browser sitting in the corner edging like crazy
It's for edgy people who only use the default windows browser.
💀
Claro, está ganando cuota de marcado porque está predeterminado en Windows, aunque la mayoría de personas lo usan para descargar Chrome oh Firefox.
"Edging" I see what you did there coomer. lmao
no way you think that way
I'm willing to bet Google is gonna make a Chrome premium or something similar that enables adblocking for a small fee of course.
don't give them more ideas lol
Meta is already getting investigated/sued for something similar
Floorp is also a Firefox derivative, it's newer but neat and open source
And has tab css customization changing the defult Ugly look
I LOVE FLORP
What's so cool about florp ?
@@lussor1 LibreWolf has the same, it's a config setting toolkit.legacyUserProfileCustomizations.stylesheets
@@Mexicomank2 Better customization, new features aren't semi-adversarial and can be easily turned off if you don't like them
thank you for again reminding people that chrome is not the only browser
Your videos are great. I love your channel. I don't understand the more egg-heady ones but I listen to them nonetheless. Thank you.
Me too
floorp is also pretty good (although it's based on esr until next version), and it actually has a built-in userjs selector with a number of popular options included
(though personally I use it because of native vertical tabs)
Browser 😒
Browser, Japan 🤩
I never knew Floorp had vertical tabs!
@@TheTundraTerroryou only like floorp because you are only turned on by japanese teenage girls.
recource hog imo
@@TheTundraTerror Are anime girls included with the download? otherwise I'm not interested
Brave has custom code on top of its fork code to do add blocking
Additionally theres no indication that Brave will disable manifest-v2 meaning you can use any other ad-blocker as well
I’m a brave user here, I think brave is fine for general use, even though it is a fork of chromium, Firefox was always a close second behind my current browser of choice.
Firefox has more telemetry than chrome 😂@@SomeOrdinaryJanitor
@@SomeOrdinaryJanitorwhich is?
Brave is keeping the old Manifest and has committed to maintaining it beyond the cutoff point
in exchange for the fact that when you open the browser the blocker does not work the first time on youtube lol
@@TangomenAr idk about all that, I just use uBlockOrigin for RUclips
I've loved Firefox since about 2004 or 2005. I'm here until the end.
The hill I'm dying on.
I still have an old sandisk usb that had the built in dashboard thing with firefox on it. I loved that usb until half the memory capacity got lost, now i just hold onto it for the memory of using it for firefox on school computers
Is there going to be an end?
It was released in November 2004. I switched to it from IE6. Probably the worse browser ever.
@@PandacierDon't be here until the end, be here as long as they're good. Companies are all corruptible.
I've been using FF for like 20 years.
its not 20 years old, bound to be 20 in November.
@@Johnny91832 There abouts
I've been using FF for like 50 years
@@serpantinthewild 50yrs? Oh so you're new to FF huh? do you want me to teach you some tricks and tips for newbies? I've been using it since 1492.
You're an ancient
I miss the days of linux related videos and guides like the gentoo ones
@slowmutant commercial for what lmao
FOSS I guess lmao
Hey they user is called slow mutant for a reason
@@nikoraasu6929
Brave ad blocking is good enough for me. Plus it's still fast being Chromium based and has good anti-fingerprinting. Still hoping Ladybird will actually ship one day.
I mean, with V3 rolling out I don't see Brave fixing that
@@USSMariner Brave Shields block ads and trackers by default, and they’re built natively in the Brave browser-no extensions required. Since Shields are patched directly onto the open-source Chromium codebase, they don’t rely on MV2 or MV3.
Thanks to this independence, Google’s forced removal of MV2 will not weaken Brave Shields.
@@USSMariner Brave Shields block ads and trackers by default, and they’re built natively in the Brave browser-no extensions required. Since Shields are patched directly onto the open-source Chromium codebase, they don’t rely on MV2 or MV3.
Thanks to this independence, Google’s forced removal of MV2 will not weaken Brave Shields.
@@USSMariner they don't need to fix anything since their blocker is not dependent on v2.
@@USSMariner Brave uses a different hard-coded method to solve this. So, yes, even with V3 Brave will still block ads.
Thank you for the video you shared with us all!. The discussion about privacy and ad blocking in web browsers is so important nowadays isn't it? I found it really helpful to discover browsers that focus on safeguarding user privacy while ensuring a smooth browsing experience free from annoying ads.. What caught my attention the most was the breakdown of each browsers features and how they stack up against one another in terms of functionality.. Now I feel well informed to select the browser that balances security and usability for my online activities.. Can't wait to see more content on cybersecurity and advancements, in technology!
Why I clicked this video when I knew myself I would stick with Firefox anyway.
Me too.
I'm just interested in other non-Chromium browsers, even if I will end up using Firefox anyways.
Me clicking this video when Librewolf is already my daily drive.
I need an actually good Chromium based browser alternative if I ever need to use it, been using Brave but after the whole Brave rewards thing I feel like i can't trust them anymore.
Brave is the best, NO advertisements at YT! Use a SS addon and it works very well.
What do you mean a SS addon?
We fought IE with netscape, we will fight chrome with firefox!
Just wanted to thank you for the literal years of pc qol & privacy protection "features" you always show here, its much appreciated man, very based.
The brave browser will also be the only chromium based browser with ublock origin like ad blocking since manifest V3 won't affect their built in ad blocker .
For now
Yey, the comment i was looking for😊
@@Peglegkickboxerdo say dat
will it still block youtube ads?
@@oblivioneagle3464 Still does with Brave shields active
Used to be an Opera user. Glad I eventually switched to Firefox after Brave's good era ended.
Brave's still okay for Grannies, just turning off the BAT and other crypto settings fixes it.
Brave's good era ended? I'm still using it, what's bad about it?
@@amagostartdatbigfirekickba9865
Privacy Claims Scrutiny:
Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated.
Whitelist Controversies:
In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies.
Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features:
Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features.
Centralization Concerns:
As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web.
BAT Token Regulatory Issues:
The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets.
Performance Claims:
While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time.
Ad-Blocking Controversies:
Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy.
Open-Source Concerns:
Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features.
User Data Handling:
There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads.
Compatibility Issues:
Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser.
Cryptocurrency Wallet Security:
There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions.
Brave Rewards in Different Regions:
Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
@@amagostartdatbigfirekickba9865same
@@amagostartdatbigfirekickba9865 Some don't like it because of the crypto features, I assume that's what fractastical was referring to, but there's no major problem with that, a minor annoyance to disable them at worst.
funny thing, I moved to Firefox years ago because Chrome lags everything else when opened, and Firefox just looked cleaner.
Thanks for sharing those privacy testing websites, they're pretty useful.
Brave won't abandon Manifest V2
How? They're based off Chromium, so eventually their base code won't support all MV2 extensions.
@@smilodon92 They‘ll patch it back in.
Quote from their site:
"Will MV2 extensions still work in Brave?
Yes, for now. We recognize the importance of supporting existing Manifest V2 extensions. We have force-enabled Manifest V2 support in the Brave browser, ensuring that you can continue to use your favorite extensions without interruption. In June 2025, Google plans to remove all remaining Manifest V2 items from the Chrome Web Store. While Brave has no extension store, we have a robust process for customizing (or “patching”) atop the open-source Chromium engine. This will allow us to offer limited MV2 support even after it’s fully removed from the upstream Chromium codebase.
Which MV2 extensions will work in Brave?
As of now, the MV2 extensions we plan to explicitly support are AdGuard AdBlocker, NoScript, uBlock Origin, and uMatrix. This feature will be best-effort: we might have to modify support based on either Google’s plans or what extension authors ultimately decide to do. If extensions become stale or obsolete, we may remove support for them rather than offer our users an out-of-date (potentially even unsafe) experience.
We’re gradually rolling out a new page in Settings that lists these extensions. Once you have the update, you will see it in [extensions settings page]."
@@smilodon92 I bet they will be maintaining the original Chromium and somehow morphing in Mv2? I don't know. I'm not a programmer. I'm just throwing words out there hoping it makes sense.
@@smilodon92 They have an option already to support the Manifest V2 extensions.
I'm not sure for how long.
Just started migrating over to Librewolf from Vivaldi. It was good while it lasted.✌
Why switch from Vivaldi?
Don’t forget Orion for MacOS, that browser runs on WebKit and is very cool!
No thanks
Thanks to you I switched to Firefox months ago, thanks man.
I will say that, as a web dev, we are back at the IE era. I navigate to a LOT of "chrome only" sites nowadays, and it's infuriating.
When they say "Chrome only" they might mean "chromium only", so Brave could work, Firefox with an extension that makes websites think you’re on chrome might work too, and if those two don’t work, ungoogled chromium probably works
Remember IE 6? Probably the worse browser ever and the reason for me to switch to Firefox. User since version 1.
I’d love to see a tier list from you!
I'm working on a project involving creating fake online identities to compile a list of websites that sell to data brokers, anybody know the worst browsers that sell or share this data?
Regular chrome will do.
Wave browser and Opera GX
do they just buy it from anyone? surely they would need you to have some sort of company or service where you can claim the info comes from right?
That's what I'm trying to figure out, if I come up with ridiculous unique names and I can then backtrack which websites sold that specific piece of information, I know they do webcrawling to pick and pull publicly visible information from X, Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. That's about all I've got so far.
@@nahual_7x62I’ve heard of other services that can do those sorts of things like delete me but idk much about them.
Great video, I'm a huge fan of firefox myself. Could you do a video on the best search engines for privacy and ad blocking as well? You're one of the only guys on RUclips who speaks my language when it comes to this stuff
Is the US going to take a meat cleaver to Goggle and RUclips ? Should we hold our collective breath?
No. Money makes people talk and walk. The people talking and walking are ultra-rich millionaires and billionaires who make the rules to benefit themselves.
RUclips and Google are going nowhere, the intelligence agencies rely to heavily on the backdoors Google provides.
A court in the US just ruled that as a monopolistic practice and unfairly blocks search competition . Sometime within the next month remedies will be discussed , so who knows maybe
@@Mexicomank2 They did deem them guilty, but the damages will most likely not affect Google/Alphabet in the slightest, since its basically the cost of doing business, losing a couple hundred million wont do any damage, only when it jumps to billions, which is unlikely just because of how the US court is.
Brave also announced that they will carry on supporting adblockers such as Ublock origin.
I love firefox and I'm never gonna change
Brand loyalty is dumb no matter what brand.
@@amberow9892 but theres a fox on the logo.
the new browser Zen browser is actually really nice, and super smooth, just debating whether I should use an adblocker extension or not coming from brave...
7:04 do you have any suggestions for a good uBlock Origin config file?
I think ive heard that brave will continue supporting v2. Its in their best interest, because they ship with adblock out of the box.
We need a video like this for mobile
Android: Brave
@lussor1 (That's built off chromium...)
@@RubixstewYT its the best option for android, it has a top tier ad blocker. Firefox shouldnt be used, its insecure it lacks site isolation
Try iceraven or mull
Mull browser
Librewolf is also my personal favorite because it's firefox but without telemetry crap and has ublock origin pre-installed.
Is brave good? Or do i need to commit seduko and switch?
Depends on your threat level. Brave is really good out of the box, but if you want max protection and customization, Firefox is the way to go
Brave is better IMO.
I'm going to miss Brave when I'm eventually inevitably forced to switch. I really liked it.
funny cause i couldve sworn i saw a video related to all this a few hours ago... how targeted the algorithm is
if you want to hear why, check out the podcast "Rabbit Hole" by the New York Times. In ep2 and a few after they interview an x-youtube dev. One that worked at yt in 2010 and was tasked with creating the algorithm. The algorithm we use today.
Vematum's future looks bright. Stellar project!
Can I just stick with Brave? I’ve gotten used to it
Brave = 💩
Why would you change when this doesn't affect brave?
Sure.
@@Corvx 0:10 “affects all other browsers that are forks of chromium”
@@tyresr Are you using ublock on brave?
Vematum's innovation is unmatched. Eye on the prize!
Is there a Librewolf-like browser for Android?
Mull?
Yeah, Mull is brilliant. You can get it with F-Droid
Yeah, I use Mull
Mull from DivestOS is probably your best option, however Firefox browsers on Android are much worse than Chromium unfortunately.
firefox
Vematum's making moves. Glad to be part of it!
early to a “Popular Videos” dropdown video
Vematum's strategy is on point. Big potential!
I use brave
What a brave man
Gross 🤮
Braindead people trashing on it
I use brave too btw
Privacy Claims Scrutiny:
Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated.
Whitelist Controversies:
In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies.
Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features:
Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features.
Centralization Concerns:
As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web.
BAT Token Regulatory Issues:
The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets.
Performance Claims:
While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time.
Ad-Blocking Controversies:
Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy.
Open-Source Concerns:
Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features.
User Data Handling:
There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads.
Compatibility Issues:
Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser.
Cryptocurrency Wallet Security:
There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions.
Brave Rewards in Different Regions:
Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
Been using FF since ~ 2017 , haven't looked back since
Brave not on the list?
Firefox fanboys cant handle Brave is good
Brave is spooky, I'm not going to just let go of the link swapping fiasco lol
@@lussor1
Junk.
Privacy Claims Scrutiny:
Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated.
Whitelist Controversies:
In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies.
Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features:
Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features.
Centralization Concerns:
As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web.
BAT Token Regulatory Issues:
The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets.
Performance Claims:
While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time.
Ad-Blocking Controversies:
Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy.
Open-Source Concerns:
Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features.
User Data Handling:
There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads.
Compatibility Issues:
Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser.
Cryptocurrency Wallet Security:
There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions.
Brave Rewards in Different Regions:
Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
@@cheeseisgud7311 yup, rather trust the guys with shady business practices instead. Way to go.
@@cheeseisgud7311 link swapping?
It's so weird when the favourite changes. I remember when Firefox was the hot new one. Then people started saying Chrome is the hot new one. And now we get to today.
Judging by the comments, not many Firefox sheep understood the privacy implications of using stock FIrefox. I think it would be helpful if you made an explicit video just about this so people who just read the video titles get the picture.
They bought ad company . Money causing changes.
@@joshfixall7938 It started a long time before that, with them getting boatloads of money for search placement and forming a for-profit company.
That's a shameful misunderstanding then, because it's explicitly mentioned in the video. This misconception would be over much sooner with it had a distinction between source and main version, like Chromium to Chrome, FireFoxium to FireFox.
Never heard of fingerprint test sites. Pretty cool
Any Librewolf enjoyers?
yes, us librewolf users must rise
Even if spoofing user agent makes your more unique, it seems that randomizing it regularly would prevent tracking
Let me tell you a really good choice.
BRAVE
Privacy Claims Scrutiny:
Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated.
Whitelist Controversies:
In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies.
Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features:
Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features.
Centralization Concerns:
As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web.
BAT Token Regulatory Issues:
The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets.
Performance Claims:
While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time.
Ad-Blocking Controversies:
Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy.
Open-Source Concerns:
Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features.
User Data Handling:
There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads.
Compatibility Issues:
Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser.
Cryptocurrency Wallet Security:
There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions.
Brave Rewards in Different Regions:
Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
Brave is good out of the box but has less potential of customization and hardening
@@Pandacier; did you checked brave://adblock already? (type that in their address bar)
Cudi it's still based on chrome
@@CarterHax wtf is cudi I can’t find anyone talking about it on yt
Vematum hype is building. Exciting times ahead!
Believing in Vematum's journey. It's a solid bet.
i hate chrome soo much.
Finally, a based browser recommendation that privacy communities agrees
Time to get my parents off Chrome... But FOR REAL this time, I'm really gonna do it
Sure sure
I'll believe when you upload a utube video
Downvoted but I'll upvote you when we see that video
I use Pale Moon. I'm the based one here.
Sure bro sure
I left after the drama years ago, lol. It was dog-slow and incompatible anyways. No idea what it's like now and don't care.
To be honest I prefer using Firefox and just tweak a bunch of settings for privacy.
But now I'm puzzled over using a fork like Librewolf or Mullvad.. and this Arkenfox will probably break my Firefox.
What do you guys recommend for the best privacy and usability combined?
Firefox, Mullvad, or Librewolf?
I know about Floorp too, but it's way too much for me.. I don't care about customization. Just something that's private and works very well out of the box with minor tweaks.
Firefox numbah one
🎵 ain’t nobody can match 🎶
We never had anything other than Firefox when growing up, I still use that sentiment whenever I have to work at a PC different from mine and take the time to install that first
Google gonna lose millions! 🤣
They make billions tho unfortunately. We need the A team on this case
@@joshfixall7938 Chuck Norris this time I think
Will we in the UK be able to buy form your store any time soon? You know if the country is still around in the next 48 hours.
LOVE YOUR THUMBNAILS
I'M A FREE WOLF.
I RUN LIKE A FIRE FOX.
I AM A FREE (libre in french) WOLF
Google chrome sucks
What do you think of the new zen browser based on firefox?
I always find it amusing that people that use 'popular' adblocker have problems on a regular basis, meanwhile me using a rather unknown blocker have had no problems what so ever.
more efficient for Google to target the most popular ones
hmm,im using adguard and a brave built-in ad blocker and never had any problems
UBlock has always worked for me. Never had any issues on any of the browsers. Yeah, for 2 days ads on RUclips weren't blocked but it's been fine the rest of the time.
You can kill Pocket in about:config in Firefox. All the telemetry can be disabled easily in the settings.
Disabling all junk in about:config is a pain in the ass, you’d be better off using a custom user.js like betterfox, arkenfox or narsil
not first
What do you think about NoScript? Is it necessary if you already have ublock origin running?
first
gg I can't do faster.. ur just too powerful
Somebody in another comment recommended Floorp. It's another Firefox fork with the greatest name ever. I don't know how it is for privacy out-of-the box, but it should be just as hardenable as Firefox. I can tell you from messing with it for a bit that it is absolutely faster than Firefox.
Floorp is actually easier to harden than Firefox. It has additional security options, one of them including disabling WebGL and enabling resist fingerprinting with just the click of two check boxes in the settings. Librewolf has all of these settings by default though, and is less bloated. But Floorp is beautiful.
Firefox meanwhile is the hardest to harden out of them all, and without Arkenfox or Betterfox requires customising about:config. But even applying Arkenfox or Betterfox to a user.js is harder than just having the settings from the get-go.
8 views in 1 minute you've fallen off
and 407 views in 3 minutes...
2 likes in 5 hours? youre still falling
Do you have a browser settings video? Like a tldr for browser settings in firefox?
Shame Firefox is a fucking garbage slow browser
go to linux with ur trash pc
It's not Firefox's fault your PC sucks.
just you
@@lastnamefirstname2390 ff is clearly slower in all hardware
@@lussor1 no it's not, you hit a point with PC upgrades where you don't even notice the difference. Rise up from your 30 year old CPU homie.
I like there is a way to self-host Firefox sync too.
10 views 1 min? Bro fell off
Okay, i will try it out
Add waterfox to this list, i've been using it for years and he specifically removes all firefox telemetry and has customization support that firefox has removed.
Man... .Brave browser has been my favorite for years
Privacy Claims Scrutiny:
Despite marketing itself as a privacy-focused browser, Brave has faced scrutiny over some of its practices. Critics argue that while Brave does offer improved privacy compared to some mainstream browsers, its claims of being the most private browser are sometimes overstated.
Whitelist Controversies:
In 2019, it was discovered that Brave had whitelisted certain domains, including Facebook and Twitter, to allow them to bypass its tracking protections. This raised questions about the browser's commitment to user privacy and its relationships with major tech companies.
Opt-Out vs. Opt-In for Features:
Some users have criticized Brave for making certain features opt-out rather than opt-in, arguing that a truly privacy-focused browser should require explicit user consent for all data collection or sharing features.
Centralization Concerns:
As Brave has grown and introduced more of its own services (like Brave Search), some users have expressed concerns about the browser becoming too centralized, potentially compromising its stated mission of promoting a decentralized web.
BAT Token Regulatory Issues:
The Basic Attention Token (BAT) used in Brave's ecosystem has faced regulatory scrutiny in some jurisdictions, raising questions about the long-term viability of Brave's reward system in certain markets.
Performance Claims:
While Brave often claims to be faster than other browsers, these claims have been disputed by some users and tech reviewers, particularly as other browsers have improved their performance over time.
Ad-Blocking Controversies:
Brave's approach to ad-blocking, which involves replacing traditional ads with its own, has been criticized by some as being more about redirecting revenue than truly protecting user privacy.
Open-Source Concerns:
Although Brave is open-source, some developers have raised concerns about the difficulty of auditing its entire codebase, particularly the parts related to its cryptocurrency features.
User Data Handling:
There have been questions raised about how Brave handles user data, particularly in relation to its rewards program and the information collected to serve Brave Ads.
Compatibility Issues:
Some users have reported compatibility issues with certain websites, which can be frustrating for those who switch to Brave as their primary browser.
Cryptocurrency Wallet Security:
There have been discussions about the security of Brave's built-in cryptocurrency wallet, with some users preferring more established, dedicated wallet solutions.
Brave Rewards in Different Regions:
Users in some regions have reported difficulties in fully participating in the Brave Rewards program due to regulatory or technical limitations, leading to frustration and accusations of unfairness.
I love brave bowser you don't need the ublock plugin but can add it
So correct me if I'm wrong, brave will still be able to use unlock right? You can side load it. I do use Firefox as a secondary browser, but otherwise I use Brave. It's mostly down to familiarity with Chromium but if I can't side load unlock I'll just move entirely. I just don't think google has a way to remove side loading from third party forks.
brave said they'll still support ublockorigin
@@BlitzIn4 And other Manifest V2 extensions.