Norton Neo is a browser that combines Norton security technology with a built-in VPN, ad and tracker blocking, and AI features. Its ad blocker is on by default and blocks ads, trackers, pop-ups, and common cookie consent banners. Norton Web Shield checks links and can block phishing or malicious destinations before they load. The VPN encrypts traffic and can use a different virtual location for each tab; it includes 5 GB of data per month, or unlimited usage when Neo is the default browser. AI prompts can run locally on the device, while cloud models are also available. Neo says chat history is stored on-device by default and conversations are not used to train AI models. Optional encrypted sync can carry bookmarks, saved passwords, open tabs, and chat history across devices. On first launch, users can import browser data. Neo can also connect to Gmail and Google Calendar for email and schedule tasks through the Magic Box. It is free to download and use, with unlimited AI included.
Who it is for
Neo suits people looking for a browser with built-in security, privacy features, and AI tools across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, or the web. Its VPN allowance may suit users who keep Neo as their default browser or need up to 5 GB monthly otherwise.
What is good
- Ad blocking is enabled by default.
- VPN encrypts traffic and supports per-tab virtual locations.
- AI prompts can run locally or through cloud models.
- Optional encrypted sync carries bookmarks, passwords, tabs, and chat history.
- Can import data from browsers on the machine.
What to know first
- VPN is limited to 5 GB monthly unless Neo is default.
- Neo collects aggregate, non-identifying telemetry; users can opt out.
Verdict
Norton Neo combines browsing, link protection, ad blocking, VPN, and AI in a free browser. Its stated privacy options include local prompts, on-device chat history by default, and optional encrypted sync; the VPN data allowance depends on whether Neo is the default browser.
Norton Neo plans and pricing
All plansCompared on AI browsers
- Free plan
- Yes
- Page summaries
- Yes
- AI research mode
- Yes
- Browser agent
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
- Privacy model
- hybrid
