Brave
About Brave
Brave is a free and open-source web browser first released in 2016 by Brave Software and built on Chromium. Its key idea is privacy by default: Brave Shields block third-party ads, trackers, cookie pop-ups and fingerprinting on every site, and upgrade connections to HTTPS where possible.
On Windows, Brave works with most Chrome extensions and offers private windows that route traffic through the Tor network. It also integrates Brave Search, the Leo AI assistant, optional Brave Rewards that pay BAT for opt-in privacy-preserving ads, Brave Wallet and a paid Brave VPN. All of these extras are optional, so it can simply be used as a clean, fast privacy browser.
Key features
- Brave Shields block ads, trackers and cookie pop-ups
- Fingerprinting protection and HTTPS upgrades
- Private windows with Tor
- Leo AI assistant
- Compatible with most Chrome extensions
- Optional Brave Rewards and Brave Wallet
- Open source under MPL-2.0
Download via Quark Drive
We’re still preparing the Quark Drive share for this app. It will appear here once it’s ready. Tap “Request” to bump it up.
How to install
“Windows protected your PC”
SmartScreen shows this for apps without a paid signature. Click “More info”, then “Run anyway”.
Antivirus blocks it
Open-source apps are often flagged because they aren’t commercially signed. Check the SHA256 first, then allow it in your antivirus.
Won’t start, or a DLL is missing
Usually a missing runtime. Install Microsoft’s Visual C++ Redistributable (x64) and the .NET Desktop Runtime, then try again.
Check the file
Run this in Command Prompt and compare the result with the SHA256 listed for the cloud file:
certutil -hashfile "%USERPROFILE%\Downloads\file-name" SHA256Alternatives
Google Chrome
Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Zen Browser
Helium
Changelog
Release notes
FAQ
How do I download Brave?
The Quark Drive share for Brave is being prepared and will appear in the download section of this page.
Is Brave free?
Brave license: MPL-2.0. appwl only lists official builds and charges nothing for downloads.
Which systems does Brave support?
This page offers Brave for Windows, version 1.98.63.
Is Brave from appwl safe?
appwl only lists official releases with their version and date. You can verify the SHA256 using the install tips on this page.