Brave is a privacy-focused web browser with built-in ad blocking and tracking protection.
Brave is a privacy-focused web browser built on Chromium with built-in ad blocking, tracking protection, and a rewards system. It blocks third-party ads and trackers by default while offering an optional cryptocurrency-based rewards system.
Brave aims to provide a faster, more private browsing experience while giving users control over their data and supporting content creators through alternative monetization models.
| Attribute | Brave Browser | Arc Browser | Open-Source AI Browser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provider | |  The Browser Companyarc.net$678M disclosed funding |  | |
| Founded | 2015 | 2019 | 2024 | |
| Sells To | Consumers | B2C, Consumers | Consumers | |
| Pricing Model | Advertising, Recurring, Software | Advertising, Recurring, Software | Free | |
| Ownership | Venture-backed | Venture-backed | Venture-backed |
Provider
Founded 2015
Sells To Consumers
Pricing Model Advertising, Recurring, Software
Ownership Venture-backed
Provider The Browser Companyarc.net$678M disclosed funding
Founded 2019
Sells To B2C, Consumers
Pricing Model Advertising, Recurring, Software
Ownership Venture-backed
Provider
Founded 2024
Sells To Consumers
Pricing Model Free
Ownership Venture-backed
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