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Best Privacy-focused browsers in 2026

This list covers privacy-focused web browsers for people comparing software before choosing a tool. The browsers covered here include Brave Browser, DuckDuckGo Browser, Firefox Focus, LibreWolf, Mullvad Browser, Tor Browser, Vivaldi and Waterfox.

  1. 1

    Brave Browser

    by Brave Browser
    Free plan Open source AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Brave combines a free browser with ad and tracker blocking, fingerprint protection, and cross-device availability.

    9.3 Free plan · paid from $59.99 Visit site
  2. 2

    LibreWolf

    Free plan Open source LinuxMacWindows

    LibreWolf offers a privacy-focused Firefox variant across desktop platforms, with protective defaults and no telemetry according to the project.

    8.8 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    Mullvad Browser

    by Mullvad Browser
    Free plan Open source LinuxMacWindows

    Mullvad Browser centers on reducing tracking, with private sessions and a one-click reset. It does not use Tor and does not offer cross-device sync.

    8.7 Free plan Visit site
  4. 4

    Tor Browser

    by Tor Browser
    Free plan Open source AndroidAPILinux+2

    Tor Browser combines Tor routing with browser privacy and security controls, while its security settings can affect page behavior.

    8.7 Free plan Visit site
  5. 5

    Waterfox

    by Waterfox
    Free plan Open source AndroidExtensionLinux+2

    Waterfox offers a free browser with built-in blocking, private-tab handling, and encrypted DNS. Users who want its separate Private Search service pay $5 a month.

    8.5 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    DuckDuckGo Browser

    by DuckDuckGo Browser
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1

    Choose DuckDuckGo Browser if you want a free browser with tracker and ad blocking, cookie pop-up blocking, and browsing data deletion across its listed platforms.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $9.99/mo Visit site
  7. 7

    Vivaldi

    by Vivaldi
    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+3

    Vivaldi brings tab controls, built-in tools, extensions, and privacy options into a free browser. Readers concerned about data collection should note the daily message described in its privacy policy.

    7.0 Free plan Visit site
  8. 8

    Firefox Focus

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.2 Free plan Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare the free plan, free-trial terms and open-source licence before you choose. Also check platform support for Windows, macOS, Android, Linux, iOS or a browser extension, plus any code-access needs.

Questions

Are free plans available?

Yes. Free plans are available among the browsers in this category. Check the current plan details before choosing.

Do browsers in this category offer free trials?

Some entries offer a free trial. Review the terms for the browser you are considering.

Is open-source code available?

Some browsers here provide source code under an open-source licence. Review the licence if code access or modification matters.

Which platforms are covered?

Platforms represented include Windows, macOS, Android, Linux, iOS and browser extensions. Make sure your device is supported.

Which browsers can I compare?

Options to compare are Brave Browser, DuckDuckGo Browser, Firefox Focus, LibreWolf, Mullvad Browser, Tor Browser, Vivaldi and Waterfox.

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