{"id":1390,"date":"2020-04-30T04:23:05","date_gmt":"2020-04-30T04:23:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/?p=1390"},"modified":"2020-04-30T04:48:27","modified_gmt":"2020-04-30T04:48:27","slug":"best-browsers-for-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/best-browsers-for-security\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Browsers for Security and Privacy in 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/best-browsers-for-security\/#1_Brave\" >1. Brave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/best-browsers-for-security\/#2_Epic_Privacy_Browser\" >2. Epic Privacy Browser<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/best-browsers-for-security\/#3_Tor\" >3. Tor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/best-browsers-for-security\/#4_Mozilla_Firefox\" >4. Mozilla Firefox<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/best-browsers-for-security\/#5_Google_Chrome\" >5. Google Chrome<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>A web browser serves as a gateway to the internet. So, if it isn\u2019t secure, cybercriminals can get a hold of your important files and exploit your personal data for financial gain.<\/p>\n<p>It is worth noting, though, that web browsers are not created the same. While some simply connect you to the web, others offer unparalleled <a href=\"https:\/\/softwaretested.com\/malware\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cybersecurity<\/a>. And in this article, we give you some of the best browsers today that offer privacy and security.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Brave\"><\/span>1. Brave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BEST-BROWSERS-300x140.png\" alt=\"The Best Browsers \" width=\"450\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BEST-BROWSERS-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BEST-BROWSERS-1024x477.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BEST-BROWSERS-768x358.png 768w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/BEST-BROWSERS.png 1338w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Brave is one of the best web browsers out there that offer privacy, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/page-speed-optimization-for-a-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">security, and speed<\/a>. It is built upon Chromium, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/google-search-console-or-webmaster-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">open-source browser of Google<\/a>. Although its security settings are high, its primary focus is on privacy.<\/p>\n<p>This browser can block ads and track cookies, the most common threats to online privacy. It also allows you to open multiple private browsing tabs with Tor for better protection.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike other popular browsers that allow you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/kateoflahertyuk\/2019\/08\/01\/warning-issued-over-google-chrome-ad-blocking-plans\/#c8ec90b219ac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">install ad-blocking extensions<\/a>, Brave will block them automatically. This is all thanks to its Brave Shield feature that is designed to block third-party cookies, ads, and scripts with efficiency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>PROS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Designed for maximum security<\/li>\n<li>Protection against online trackers<\/li>\n<li>User-friendly<\/li>\n<li>Fast<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>CONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Random bugs<\/li>\n<li>Controversial design and development choices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Epic_Privacy_Browser\"><\/span>2. Epic Privacy Browser<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1393 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-300x141.png\" alt=\"The Best Browsers for Security \" width=\"450\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-300x141.png 300w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-1024x480.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-768x360.png 768w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security.png 1334w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Yes, we can always leave <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/start-an-online-business-in-estonia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tiny online footprints<\/a> if we take precautionary measures. We can clear cookies every now and then, install ad-blockers, or better yet, use a Virtual Private Network. However, the Epic Privacy Browser takes all of the mentioned above up a notch to help users stay private online.<\/p>\n<p>Epic Privacy Browser keeps your sessions private and secure by routing all your web traffic through a proxy server. It also blocks cookies and ads in an instant. Most importantly, it clears your browsing history right after each session.<\/p>\n<p>Simply said, this web browser provides users with a smooth browsing experience. It could be the ultimate web browser for people who are conscious <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/how-to-promote-business-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">about online privacy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>PROS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reroutes all your web traffic through a proxy server<\/li>\n<li>Clears your browsing history right away<\/li>\n<li>Blocks cookies and ads<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>CONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not that user-friendly<\/li>\n<li>Lacks the convenience that regular browsers offer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Tor\"><\/span>3. Tor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1394 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-300x142.png\" alt=\"The Best Browsers for Security \" width=\"450\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-300x142.png 300w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-1024x486.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-768x364.png 768w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy.png 1316w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Tor is another popular browser for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/mandatory-security-for-digital-agency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">privacy and security-conscious<\/a> individuals. Run by a network of volunteers, this browser can effectively encrypt your web traffic three times the ordinary browsers.<\/p>\n<p>The Tor browser is basically a more secure version of Mozilla Firefox designed to route web traffic to the Tor network. It has several layers of security, including HTTPS Everywhere and NoScript. Its default <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/search-engine-algorithm-updates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">search engine<\/a> is DuckDuckGo.<\/p>\n<p>Though Tor is dedicated to secure your online experience, it has a major drawback that makes it unideal for daily use: this browser is very slow. Well, its slowness may be disappointing, but it\u2019s the result of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/creating-social-media-traffic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">web traffic<\/a> bouncing from random places across the globe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>PROS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Impossible to spy your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/how-fernando-raymond-create-online-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">online activities<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Great security add-ons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>CONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not recommended for daily use because it\u2019s slow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Mozilla_Firefox\"><\/span>4. Mozilla Firefox<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1395\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-in-2020-1-300x141.png\" alt=\"The Best Browsers for Security and Privacy in 2020\" width=\"450\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-in-2020-1-300x141.png 300w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-in-2020-1-1024x481.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-in-2020-1-768x361.png 768w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-in-2020-1.png 1323w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mozilla Firefox\u2019s popularity may have decreased in recent years, but it remains to be one of the most secure browsers.<\/p>\n<p>Recently, Mozilla has introduced the cryptojacking protection feature, which stops cryptominers from running JavaScripts that aim to hijack a victim\u2019s CPU. The recent Firefox versions also come with a new feature that protects users against fingerprinting.<\/p>\n<p>Like other ordinary browsers, Firefox shows a padlock icon <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/gdpr-for-small-business-websites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">on a website<\/a> to inform you whether or not the connection is secure. It also releases regular updates to ensure any security flaws are fixed quickly.<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for a private and secure browser that has a user-friendly interface, it is worth using Mozilla Firefox.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>PROS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Built-in anti-cryptojacking feature<\/li>\n<li>Great privacy features<\/li>\n<li>Uses the sandboxing technique<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>CONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It has a flaw in its interface<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Google_Chrome\"><\/span>5. Google Chrome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1396 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-300x120.png\" alt=\"Best Browsers for Security and Privacy\" width=\"450\" height=\"181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-300x120.png 300w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-1024x411.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy-768x308.png 768w, https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Best-Browsers-for-Security-and-Privacy.png 1343w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Among all the web browsers in this list, Google Chrome is probably the most popular. In fact, it currently holds 69% of the total market share among all desktop browsers.<\/p>\n<p>But what makes it popular? Is it its security and privacy features? Well, its popularity is credited to all its amazing features. It uses a strong sandboxing technique, blocks Adobe Flash, and lets you know if you are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/tips-to-optimize-a-wordpress-website-for-speed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">visiting an unsecured website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Chrome also ensures all its users are safe against malicious third parties that try to get access to a victim\u2019s system. It even allows you to install extensions and adds-on to make your browsing experience more private.<\/p>\n<p>Most importantly, Chrome receives regular updates and uses cutting-edge browser technology, which defends you against cybercrimes. Its only downside is that it gives <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickdo.co.uk\/internet-marketing\/google-analytics-helps-digital-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google access to your online activities.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>PROS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minimal security vulnerabilities<\/li>\n<li>Displays visible warnings if a user visits an unsecured website<\/li>\n<li>Add-ons are available to boost privacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>CONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gives Google access to your online activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Wrapping Up<\/h3>\n<p>As you can see, all these web browsers have their own weaknesses and strengths. And although they try to give you the most secure and private browsing experience, the best way to protect your personal information is by taking preventive measures like using a VPN.<\/p>\n<p>To stay in the loop for the latest web browser news and updates, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/softwaretested.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Software Tested<\/a>. We provide you with more than just PC repair guides. We also give handy tips on how to speed up your computer and about the latest malware strains.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A web browser serves as a gateway to the internet. So, if it isn\u2019t secure, cybercriminals can get a hold of your important files and exploit your personal data for financial gain. It is worth noting, though, that web browsers are not created the same. 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