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Best Secure Browser Software in 2026

Secure browser software is for people who want a web browser with a focus on privacy or security. This list includes browser apps and a browser extension.

  1. 1

    Aloha Browser

    Free plan Open source WindowsMacLinux+2

    Choose Aloha Browser if you want a browser with built-in ad blocking, free VPN access and cross-device sync across desktop and mobile platforms.

    9.3 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
  2. 2

    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.

    9.2 Free plan · paid from $59.99 Visit site
  3. 3

    Firefox Relay

    Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+3
    9.0 Free plan Visit site
  4. 4

    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
  5. 5

    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
  6. 6

    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
  7. 7

    Pale Moon

    Free plan Open source LinuxMacWindows

    Pick Pale Moon if you want an open-source desktop browser with built-in ad blocking and deep appearance and feature customization.

    8.6 Free plan Visit site
  8. 8

    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
  9. 9

    AVG Secure Browser

    Free plan AndroidExtensionMac+2

    Choose AVG Secure Browser if you want a free Chromium-based browser with ad blocking, anti-tracking and web protection, plus cross-device sync.

    7.6 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    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.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $9.99/mo Visit site
  11. 11

    Avast Secure Browser

    by Avast Secure Browser
    Free plan ExtensionWeb

    Avast Secure Browser offers ad blocking and privacy tools at no charge, with a paid PRO option for VPN and other features.

    7.4 Free plan · paid from $5.99/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
  12. 12

    Google Chrome

    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4

    Chrome offers browser features, extensions and account-based syncing across supported devices at no charge. Check platform requirements, and note that Auto browse has a limited audience.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    Epic Privacy Browser

    by Epic Privacy Browser
    Free plan WindowsMacAndroid

    Epic Privacy Browser offers built-in blocking and an available encrypted proxy at no charge. Its lack of cross-device sync and proprietary status are worth considering before choosing it.

    7.3 Free plan Visit site
  14. 14

    Opera

    by Opera
    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4

    Opera combines a free browser with tab organization, sidebar services, AI tools, ad blocking, and a free VPN. VPN Pro is optional and has separate paid plans.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  15. 15

    Samsung Internet

    by Samsung Internet
    Free plan AndroidExtensionWindows

    Samsung Internet offers browsing across Android and Windows, with AI tools on select Android devices and customizable browser controls.

    7.0 Free plan Visit site
  16. 16

    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
  17. 17

    Yandex Browser

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Yandex Browser combines translation, summaries, tab organization, syncing, and protective tools in a free browser.

    6.9 Free plan Visit site
  18. 18

    UR Browser

    by AdaptiveBee
    Free plan
    5.3 Visit site

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Compare free and freemium plans, trial terms, supported platforms, and whether the code is open source. Before choosing, check the licence and support for your device.

Questions

Are secure browsers free to use?

Products on this list use free or freemium pricing. Check the listed plan details to see whether free browser use is available.

Is a free trial available?

A free trial is offered by items in this category. Aloha Browser lists a 7-day trial; check current terms before starting one.

Can I use these browsers on Linux?

Linux is a supported platform for items in this category. Check the product page for the browser you want.

Do these products have open-source code?

Open-source code is offered by items on this list. Review the licence for the specific project before using or changing its code.

Can I use a secure browser on a phone?

Android and iOS are platforms represented in this category. Confirm mobile support for the product you choose.

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