Malicious ads - pop-ups that can direct you to unsafe sites.

Screenloggers/keyloggers - malware used to take screenshots of your computer or steal your keystrokes.

Spyware/adware - malware that embeds in your browser and captures you data and redirects searches to unwanted sites.

Web trackers/cookies - internet scripts that follow your browsing habits from site to site, sharing your browsing data with advertisers (and sometimes even hackers).

Phishing sites - deceptive websites that mimic legitimate popular websites to trick you into giving away personal info.

I then ranked each one based on a variety of metrics like overall security, ease of use, speed, and helpful extra features.īecause there’s a lot of malware, hackers, and data thieves on the internet, a good browser needs to be able to protect you from: I spent the last few weeks searching for the safest, most private, and most secure web browsers for PC, Mac, Android, iOS, and Linux users.

How Do I Stay Protected Against Cyber Threats?.

Microsoft Edge - Basically Chrome with Better Tracker Blocking Iridium - Chromium-Based Browser with Privacy Enhancements (But a Steep Learning Curve) Google Chrome - Fast and Secure (but Some Privacy Issues) DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser - Excellent Privacy-Oriented Mobile Browser Pale Moon - Open-Source Browser with Tons of Customization Options for Advanced Users

Brave - Best for Automatic Ad and Tracker Blocking Firefox - The Best Web Browser for Windows 10, macOS, and Mobile Devices

Ranking Metrics for Measuring Secure Web Browsers.

Brave firefox