Brave
Browser that blocks ads and trackers, encrypts connections with built-in VPN, and includes private search.
≈ 1.4Mvisits/mo
Widely used · estimate, read 2026-09-20
- For
- Anyone wanting a faster, more private web browser with built-in ad blocking and privacy protection.
- Price
- Free plan · From $3/mopricing page, read 2026-09-20
- Activity
- Actively maintainednothing dated on the site
- Company
- founding year not on record
- Runs as
- Desktop appMobile app
- block ads and trackers across websites
- protect privacy with vpn and shields
- #2
Synology Inc.
Provides network-attached storage, surveillance, and data protection systems for businesses and homes.
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Darktrace
Detects novel threats across networks, email, cloud, and endpoints using behavioral analysis.
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Varonis
Discovers, classifies, and monitors sensitive data; detects and prevents data exfiltration and identity-based attacks.
137knot read—2005 - #13
Lakera
Detects and prevents prompt injection attacks, data leakage, and jailbreaks in AI applications with real-time threat detection.
2.9knot readFree plan1993 - #14
Abnormal Security
Detects email attacks and identity threats using behavioral AI analysis of user and system patterns.
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HiddenLayer
Detects and prevents attacks on AI systems across discovery, supply chain, simulation, and runtime environments.
4.1knot read—
What is Brave?
Browser that blocks ads and trackers, encrypts connections with built-in VPN, and includes private search.
Who is Brave for?
Anyone wanting a faster, more private web browser with built-in ad blocking and privacy protection.
How much does Brave cost?
Brave has a free plan; paid plans start at $3/mo, per its pricing page on 2026-09-20.
Do people use Brave?
Widely used: ≈ 1.4M visits a month · estimate, 2026-09.
Is Brave still maintained?
Actively maintained.
What are alternatives to Brave?
In Security, by use: Synology Inc., Darktrace, Varonis, Lakera, Abnormal Security, HiddenLayer.
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