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Android Apps > Communication > Brave Private Web Browser, VPN
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Brave Private Web Browser, VPN

by Brave Software · Communication · Free
On Google Play since October 2016 · Data updated 2026-11-07

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN is made and published by Brave Software. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Brave Software. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Brave Software and are shown as published on Google Play.

AppBrain's verdict

EstablishedHugely popularLoved by usersTop 10
Rating on Google Play
4.77
3,870,803 ratings
Installs
290 million
Last updated
July 30, 2025
Ads
Contains ads
Size
N/A

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN is one of the most installed apps on Google Play, with 290 million installs. Users love it: 4.8 stars from 3,870,803 ratings. Its best ranking is #6 in Top Free, Communication in Switzerland.

Official page on Google Play

Summary

Brave Private Web Browser combines fast, private browsing with built-in Adblock, VPN, and Brave Leo AI to deliver a safer online experience. It commands a strong regional footprint in COMMUNICATION (AU #4, JP #6, KR #6) and a high user rating from millions of users, with total downloads exceeding 100,000,000+ and 4.5M new installs in the last 30 days.

Pros & Cons

  • Privacy-first by default with Brave Search, private browsing, tracker protection, and HTTPS Everywhere
  • In-browser AI with Brave Leo, designed to avoid recording or training data
  • Integrated Firewall + VPN for secure, private browsing
  • Independent Brave Search provides private, non profiling results
  • No explicit media downloader or streaming-specific features highlighted
  • Permissions data not provided in the listing, which may affect app review transparency
  • Some competitors emphasize speed or content tools not explicitly marketed in this listing

User feedback

Ratings and reviews on Google Play

Comments on Brave Private Web Browser, VPN for Android

★★★★★ Sanjay Rai · Nov 4, 2026
It blocks unnecessary ads and good experience while browsing, 2026
★★★★☆ Abbas Damerchilo · Oct 28, 2026
Brave is Powerful Modern Web Browser Comes From Feature, Chrome Based Engine. 4 / 5 Rate: Not optimize on Android release.
★★★★★ Tim Laffin · Oct 16, 2026
Iv been using brave to cut down on the ads I see online and on YouTube, and it works amazingly well. Iv been enjoying the internet without adds like it's the glory days of the early 2000s again, it's amazing. I really can't go back to the obnoxious ad filled internet, I won't endure that ad filled internet anymore.
★☆☆☆☆ sleeping tanuki · Oct 11, 2026
Why did you guys change the Forward button to Previous..? If I want to go back to previous sites, I could just swipe the edge of my screen.
★☆☆☆☆ V N (MarCom) · Oct 21, 2026
Recent Brave updates have been disappointing. The browser now consumes more RAM and randomly crashes or restarts, even on my device with 8 GB RAM plus 16 GB virtual RAM. YouTube playback randomly restarts in normal mode, while incognito often requires multiple page refreshes to play videos. I tested browsers by Ecosia, Quetta, Opera, and Edge, and these issues seem unique to Brave (all). Also, the lack of an option to customize bottom navigation bar is disappointing as Edge handles this better.
★★☆☆☆ Mick Wood · Oct 16, 2026
Oct 2026 v1.97 56 STILL doesn't manage its cache. June 2026 to Nov 2025 - Other browsers can automatically manage their caches but NOT BRAVE - Over 2 GB in the Brave cache on my phone and no way to manage it other than manually deleting. Oct 2025 - the option to reorder existing bookmarks is now greyed out. April 2025 - Unable to set website functionality cookies so tfl.gov.uk travel planner doesn't work properly and no online help or links in the app to notify Brave of this.

Google Play Rating history and histogram

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Store listing

By Brave Software, from Google Play

“Fast internet with AI, Adblock & VPN. Browse on a safe, incognito web browser.”

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Description by Brave Software Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Browse 3X faster on Brave Browser. Get a lightning fast, safe and private web browser with AI, Adblock, and VPN.

Loved by over 100 million users, Brave has AI assistant Brave Leo, Firewall + VPN, Brave Search, and night mode.

NEW App Features
✓ Brave Leo: AI assistant
✓ Firewall + VPN
✓ Brave Search. Private, independent search engine. No profiling
✓ Night Mode. Easily read in low light.

Additional Features
✓ Free built-in Adblock
✓ Private internet browser with pop-up blocker
✓ Saves data and battery
✓ Sync Bookmarks securely
✓ Free tracking protection
✓ Https Everywhere (for security)
✓ Script Blocker
✓ Private bookmarks
✓ Browsing history
✓ Recent and private tabs
✓ Import/export bookmarks from/to another browser
✓ Blocks cookie consent notifications by default
✓ Removes tracking codes when you copy URLs

Supports Android 7 and above.

🤖 NEW: AI ASSISTANT
Meet Brave Leo, the smart, free AI assistant in your browser. Ask answers, get answers, translate languages, and more. Leo doesn't record or share your chats, or use them for model training.

🔎 Brave Search
Brave Search is the only global-scale search engine built with privacy at its core. Brave Search doesn't profile you, and it's independent of Big Tech.

🙈 Private Browsing
Enjoy fast, secure, private browsing. Get free ad blocker, anonymous browsing history, personalized private search, and private tabs. Browse the internet without saving your history.

🚀 Browse Faster
Brave is a fast web browser! Brave reduces page loading times, improves web browser performance and blocks ads infected with malware.

🔒 Privacy Protection
Be protected with leading privacy and security features such as HTTPS Everywhere (encrypted data traffic), script blocking, cookie blocking, and private incognito tabs. All other browsers fall short of the level of the privacy and security protection that Brave provides. Global Privacy Control enabled by default to assert your legal rights to not be tracked online.

🏆 Brave Rewards
With your old web browser, you paid to browse the internet by viewing ads. Now, Brave welcomes you to the new internet. One where your time is valued, your personal data is kept private, and you actually get paid for your attention.

About Brave
Our mission is to protect your privacy online by making a safe, fast, and private browser while growing ad revenue for content creators. Brave aims to transform the online ad ecosystem with micropayments and a new revenue-sharing solution to give users and publishers a better deal.

To learn more about Brave Web Browser, please go to www.brave.com.

Questions/support?
Contact us at http://brave.com/msupport. We love hearing from you.

Terms of Use: https://brave.com/terms-of-use/
Privacy Policy: https://brave.com/privacy/

Download the best private web browser app for Android today! Securely browse the internet with confidence.
Official page on Google Play

Safety and technology

Found in the app by AppBrain
Ads
Contains ads
Price
Free
Libraries
15
App size
N/A
Content rating
Everyone

Technologies used by Brave Private Web Browser, VPN

15 libraries
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Trust & Safety: No explicit permissions are listed in the data. Brave emphasizes privacy through features like private browsing, Adblock, HTTPS Everywhere, script blocking, cookie blocking, and private incognito tabs. Brave Leo AI explicitly states it does not record or share chats or use them for model training, supporting a privacy-conscious user experience.

Releases

Updates seen on Google Play
Launched
October 2016
  • Jul 30, 2025UpdateVersion 1.80.126
  • Jul 23, 2025UpdateVersion 1.80.124
  • Jul 16, 2025UpdateVersion 1.80.122
  • Jul 1, 2025UpdateVersion 1.80.115
  • Jun 25, 2025UpdateVersion 1.80.113
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Installs

Tracked by AppBrain
Last 30 days
4.5 million
Per day
150 thousand
30-day average
Play install range
100+ million
Launched
October 2016

Installs over time

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN has been installed 290 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 150 thousand installs per day.

Rankings

Google Play top charts
Highest rank
#6
Chart
Top Free
Communication
Country
Switzerland

Google Play Rankings for Brave Private Web Browser, VPN

Top rankings

Rank Country Category List
11 United States Communication Top Free
8 Japan Communication Top Free
98 Canada Overall Top Free
10 Canada Communication Top Free
11 Germany Communication Top Free
170 United States Overall Top Free
114 Japan Overall Top Free
6 Switzerland Communication Top Free
6 South Korea Communication Top Free
123 France Overall Top Free
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Ranking history in United States

About the app and developer

About Brave Private Web Browser, VPN

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN is a communication app developed by Brave Software.

How many times has Brave Private Web Browser, VPN been downloaded?

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN has been downloaded 290 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 4.5 million times. It is ranked #8 in communication.

What is the rating of Brave Private Web Browser, VPN?

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN is rated 4.77 out of 5 stars, based on 3.9 million ratings.

Is Brave Private Web Browser, VPN free?

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN is free. The last update was on July 30, 2025.

What are the requirements for Brave Private Web Browser, VPN?

The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since October 2016.

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Frequently asked questions about Brave Private Web Browser, VPN

Is Brave Private Web Browser, VPN free?

Yes. Brave Private Web Browser, VPN is free on Google Play.

Is Brave Private Web Browser, VPN still available?

Yes. Brave Private Web Browser, VPN is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on July 30, 2025.

Does Brave Private Web Browser, VPN contain ads?

Yes. Google Play lists Brave Private Web Browser, VPN as containing ads.

Is Brave Private Web Browser, VPN suitable for children?

Google Play rates the content of Brave Private Web Browser, VPN as suitable for everyone.

How many times has Brave Private Web Browser, VPN been installed?

Google Play lists 100,000,000+ installs for Brave Private Web Browser, VPN.

How do people rate Brave Private Web Browser, VPN?

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN scores 4.77 out of 5 stars, from 3,870,803 ratings on Google Play.

Who made Brave Private Web Browser, VPN?

Brave Private Web Browser, VPN was developed by Brave Software. It is listed in the communication category on Google Play.

What are the best alternatives to Brave Private Web Browser, VPN?

People looking at Brave Private Web Browser, VPN also look at these communication apps: Snap Search - Private Browser, Dark Browser: Private Adblock, Opera: Private Web Browser, Private Web Browser – Nion, Incognito Browser - Go Private.

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