I really hope that there are almost no users on SN who use Chrome. Yes, it is the most popular and widespread browser, it is quite handy and most sites adapt to it in the first place. But in terms of privacy, it is a real spy that collects a lot of information about you. I also do not recommend Edge by Microsoft, Opera.
So I wanted to talk about alternatives that take a more responsible approach to privacy.

Firefox.

Let's start with this famous browser. On their website they talk a lot about how they care about users and their privacy, but once installed with the default settings it is far from being the most private. It's already better than Chrome, though. I recommend downloading this browser via FTP, so the file from the main site page includes a unique download token and Firefox telemetry. After installation, in order for Firefox and sites to collect as little information about you as possible, it should be further customized. I recommend exploring the Arkenfox project, which is a user.js file with privacy-oriented settings.

Mullvad Browser (based on Firefox)

The Mullvad Browser aims to protect against fingerprinting by ensuring that your browser fingerprint is the same as other users of Mullvad Browser. It comes with preconfigured default settings and extensions that correspond to the default security levels: Standard, Safer, and Safest. Hence, it is crucial not to make any changes to the browser except for adjusting the default security levels. Any other modifications would result in a unique fingerprint, which goes against the purpose of using this browser.

Librewolf

Another browser based on Firefox sources that also protects the user from fingerprinting. LibreWolf has been specifically developed to enhance protection against tracking and fingerprinting techniques while incorporating several security improvements. This is accomplished through the implementation of privacy and security-focused settings and patches. In addition, LibreWolf strives to eliminate telemetry, data collection, and irritations, as well as disabling anti-freedom features like DRM.
All of these browsers are open source and greatly improve user privacy, although they do cause some inconvenience in everyday use. Therefore, for more customization, I suggest using Firefox with the Arkenfox project.
Also not on this list is another popular browser, Brave. I didn't include it in the list because they use shieldcoins that pay users to view ads. I don't like this model, but in terms of privacy, this browser would still be better than Chrome.
You can see a more detailed comparison of browsers on various parameters at this link Privacytests
Safari user here 🙈. I should check out Mullvad though!
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Vanadium
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I've been using Mullvad and I appreciate your description of what it's doing.
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About Brave Browser...
I didn't include it in the list because they use shieldcoins that pay users to view ads. I don't like this model, but in terms of privacy, this browser would still be better than Chrome
Is not that way... you can disable that option, and instead use something like Slice (an addon for your browser that pays sats for ads. More info at my site).
I'm using Brave as my main browser both computer and phone, and also for work. Also, i'm using Brave Search, as the other search options require email or are not working properly for some searches I usually do.
At first, I used the ads option, receiving BAT as reward, but it was required to have a KYC'd account, so I decided to stop using that, and instead try Slice (https://addslice.com/?crew=6Drqk).
More things I like about Brave:
- It's easy to set up, customize and sync with any device. - It will automatically block ads on Youtube and other sites, loading faster, and also blocks cookies. - Has an option to use Tor (tought is not as using the Tor browser itself). - Has an integrated shitcoins wallet, but is self-custodial, as it gives you your keys, or allows to import from another wallet. - Also, the search engine, works like charm.
About your options...
  • Librewolf: I was not able to install on Windows 10. Lot of problems to download and execute the installer.
  • Mullvad: I was not aware of the existance of this browser. Gonna research, but I'll stay with Brave.
  • Firefox: the best alternative to any other browser, yet it requires a lot of configuration to set privacy as main focus.
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Yes, I know there is an option to disable this option on Brave. Even Slice doesn't work for me, since I don't want to have any ads on my device at all. But that's my personal stance.
About Firefox. I've attached a link where you don't need to configure almost anything manually, you can download a ready-made settings file.
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I use Firefox and Brave.
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Brave browser
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I find it impossible or very difficult to install certain extensions on Librewolf and Mullvad Browser. But ordinary, not advanced users sometimes have to install extensions. And one more thing: what do you say about the Chromium browser?
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Used to use srware Iron, Chrome with all spyware off.
Now I use brave, because It's A brave New world
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I like Brave. Free B.A.T > sats plus it's privacy is better than others browsers.
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Librewolf is a Firefox as Firefox should have to be. Out of the box, the configuration and everything looks great
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Firefox and Vivaldi.
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What do you like about Vivaldi? Did you do extra settings to enhance Firefox's privacy?
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Vivaldi is the spiritual successor of old Opera, it has nifty features and is better alternative than Brave with its bat crap.
On Firefox I do use some add-ons for privacy.
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