What is Brave?
Brave is a privacy-focused web browser based on Chromium, designed to block ads, trackers, and fingerprinting scripts by default. Unlike Chrome, Brave integrates cryptocurrency rewards (BAT tokens) for users who opt into privacy-respecting ads.
Key Features of Brave
- Built-in Ad Blocker – Removes intrusive ads without extensions.
- Anti-Fingerprinting – Limits tracking by randomizing browser fingerprints.
- BAT Rewards – Users earn Basic Attention Tokens (BAT) for viewing ads.
- Tor Integration – Optional private browsing via Tor network.
- Faster Browsing – Blocks resource-heavy trackers, improving page load speed.
Brave vs. Chromium/Chrome
| Feature | Brave | Chromium/Chrome |
|---|---|---|
| Ad Blocking | Native (No extensions) | Requires extensions |
| Tracking Protection | Aggressively blocks | Limited without plugins |
| Monetization | BAT cryptocurrency system | Google ad revenue |
| Fingerprinting | Actively resists | Easily detectable |
| Codebase | Chromium-based | Chromium (open)/Chrome (proprietary) |
Why FlashID Does Not Support Brave
Brave’s anti-fingerprinting technology conflicts with the core functionality of FlashID, which relies on controlled browser fingerprint modification. Brave intentionally:
- Randomizes fingerprints, making consistent profile management impossible.
- Blocks key APIs used by fingerprinting tools.
- Prioritizes user privacy over customization needs.
For users requiring Brave-like privacy without affecting multi-account management, we recommend:
- Using Chromium profiles in FlashID with privacy extensions.
- Disabling Brave’s strict fingerprinting protections (if allowed).
- Opting for alternative Chromium-based browsers that are FlashID-compatible.
Who Uses Brave?
- Privacy advocates avoiding Google/Facebook trackers.
- Crypto enthusiasts earning BAT tokens.
- Ad-blocking users tired of slow web pages.
- Developers testing anti-fingerprinting techniques.
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