3 Reasons I Just Deleted Chrome And Switched To Brave Browser

bitcoinflood (77) · 7 years ago

The amount of data is just dumb I think a large portion of it just gets lots in no mans land. however I am with you, I can't remember the last time I said dang i'm sure glad I got that ad that come up so I could remember to buy something etc lol

I've used adblocker on chrome for a while but chrome use to be totally awesome compared to most. It seems like it is time to change it up again and this looks like a solid choice.

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igster (63) · 7 years ago

Brave will use machine learning on your local computer to give you useful ads but still keep your info secret. It's a win for every party as customers are more likely to view the ads when using Brave.

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mickyscofield (54) · 7 years ago

Brave browser really seem great considering the number of positive responses I have seen.
Would check it

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overkillcoin (69) · 7 years ago

I've put it off for too long, thanks for the reminder @stellabelle

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camzy (67) · 7 years ago

Wow
194 trackers? Hahahaha😂
Am not sure Osama Bin Laden had up to that

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o1o1o1o (55) · 7 years ago

But seriously, if you believe in Brave you should buy some BAT too. It's the future! Or something like it is - however I think they have a huge headstart, a great team and good technology. Plus recently they have added support for supporting YouTube channel authors so you can donate BAT to them based on your patronage of their content, either on a flat monthly basis, or by amount of their content watched (which to me is superior to patreon).

I'm going to be cancelling all my Patreon donations and contacting the channels I support to get behind Brave.

Personally I think the biggest threat to Brave will be Google (and maybe Facebook - but they have a much more walled garden of largely technically unsophisticated users to protect).

@davidpakman take note - you made it to Steemit, here's another way to cover all the bases for those who want alternative ways to support you. However I think Brave has a much smaller user base so far - expect that to change in the next year as Brave folks leash a huge pile of the ICO haul to build their market. So Brave won't be nearly as lucrative in terms of revenue, but you'll be way ahead of the curve and simply using a new browser to get your content may be a lot easier (and life changing) for your users.

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alamin0263 (57) · 7 years ago

Looks like Brave Browser is superb.. Definitely I am going to try Brave Browser... Chrome browser ads make me annoying.. informative article!

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igster (63) · 7 years ago (edited)

Brendan Eich, the inventor of Javascript (yeah, the guy who invented the Javascript programming language) is behind this software development.

He also is the founder of Mozilla Firefox, probably the most used browser worldwide before chrome came along.

So for those that are searching good projects with actual experience behind them, this is the one of the best probably.

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citizenzero (56) · 7 years ago

I realized a couple of weeks ago that 1. Interactive media is all about tracking and 2, Non-interactive media such as TV, movies, videos, "news"etc is about propaganda.

I remember when Mozilla was the go-to open source for less intrusive browsing. No more. How long before the Brave Browser falls under the surveillance state? Who knows? For now, it looks like the best alternative.

Cyberspace really is the new "Wild West" and we need to keep practicing our self defense disciplines. I cherish privacy in my activities and I thank you @Stellabelle for this info.

http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/piratebrowser.html

arthur.grafo (69) · 7 years ago

Firefox was totally independent, but then Google invited them to take part in a programmers camp and not much later we learnt that the company was heavily fined by the IRS for not disclosing receipt of a grant from Google of about $32 million (if I recall correctly). To me, though I still use Firefox, it is from then they took the downhill roll.

There is another browser I have tested and like. It is called Pirate. The name is not because it is for going to pirate sites.

Somebody wrote a book (I think I still have it) about this young person who is using a browser called Pirate, which commpletely protects him from any spying on him.

A gaggle of coder-hackers got together to create Pirate, as close to its description in the book.

It is a useful browser to have, even if you do not use it every day (sorry, but I like Major Geeks):

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cecicastor (60) · 7 years ago

I am on the way to the site now. I will be interested in hearing about a way to download the Pixabay photos. Having another option to get rid of/block pesky ads is right up my alley. Thanks, @stellabelle!

citizenzero (56) · 7 years ago

Might be a good idea to keep an alternative browser on your computer that you can launch to do whatever Brave won't do until all the bugs are worked out. :)

cecicastor (60) · 7 years ago

Good idea. Thanks.

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onart (55) · 7 years ago

You are absolutely right, I already use it. Very informative post! Thanks for share!

thesteemdream (44) · 7 years ago

Switching right now thanks Stellabelle

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lighteye (71) · 7 years ago

Have to try this one @stellabelle, thank you very much for the info.

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

no problem. i have been meaning to take a deep dive into it, and finally did so. I didn't realize that the guy who invented Javascript is behind Brave...

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yombo (36) · 7 years ago

I am taking your advice now. thanks!

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isaria (74) · 7 years ago

Saving this to switch over later, thanks for the suggestion!

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petoz (55) · 7 years ago

Wow! @stellabelle, you have really made me fall in love with brave browser, especially for the security aspect of it. Thanks

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rebeccabe (63) · 7 years ago

I have ad blocker on chrome and yes website have all those cookies .. it is crazy. There are some others browsers to keep anonymous.
Hope you found your fix. Thanks for the post it is something to consider for sure. 🙏

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willymac (54) · 7 years ago

I looked at Brave, but was getting the same results on a LINUX OS using Firefox with Adblock. With those, you click a small icon to see the evil things that tried to occupy your screen space. Way, way too many of them!

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

but with Brave we have an opportunity to earn just by having some ads show up.....i think it's an interesting idea for sure.

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willymac (54) · 7 years ago

I know it depends on the person, but is the payout really worth the distraction? If it's there, most brains will think, "Oh, look! An Ad!"

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

i am completely immune to ads, so i wouldn't be bothered, i don't think.

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mickyscofield (54) · 7 years ago

Sounds interesting...But I believe showing up ads might make Brave metamorphose into chrome in the later stage.
Don't you think so?

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mickyscofield (54) · 7 years ago

People's privacy should be respected and protected too.
I honestly agree with you on the need to be security conscious.
It is common seeing folks invest and make big bucks on cryptocurrency and losing same in no distant time.
Awesome Post Ma'am

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nairadaddy (65) · 7 years ago

Hey @stellabelle, Anything open-source is definitely a welcome development for me too dear.

I also downloaded Brave Browser today though I haven't used it much to know about the side-effects. I have been hearing so much about a browser that blocks ads.

Nice getting a validation from you that it actually does that. Will be looking out for answers in the comment section too.

Cheers!

#Hug-Challenge!

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bobfilmore72 (39) · 7 years ago

yay you go!!! I switched over slowly first Desktop then mobile, but Im all Brave now!!!! Spread the word be BRAVE!!!

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connecteconomy (71) · 7 years ago

Thanks for this! I've started to use brave a while ago but I had forgotten why ;) Besides the fact that some Steemit things didn't work in safari anymore. I have to Steemit accounts and I use two browsers so I can stay logged in in both of them. So that's chrome and brave now.
I'm getting tired of chrome - and actually that whole Google suite - for the same reasons you mention though.

Will reread later and update my settings...

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agcrypt (46) · 7 years ago

I downloaded Brave for my home computer a few weeks ago. I have to say that I really like it for all the reasons you mentioned. I really can't wait for Presearch to launch so I can 86 Google as well!

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doctor-onion (42) · 7 years ago

Wow! Looking to switch now too. What do you do for VPN? Since all the FCC BS the other day I've started researching but my head is spinning haha. Thanks for the info!!

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sunravelme (62) · 7 years ago

I have used Brave before but found that it was really glitchy. Sounds like they worked a lot of the kinks out though so I'll give it another try!

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mcfarhat (70) · 7 years ago

Thanks for sharing Stella! I've read about brave recently, haven't attempted downloading it yet though.
I'm sure there could be a lot of bugs, it's a new product, such as the pixabay one you mentioned. Hopefully no security holes though, browsers are a terrible place for such security flaws.
Hopefully i'll put it on my list for soon-to-be-checked :)

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aboutyourbiz (54) · 7 years ago

I actually use multiple browsers for varying reasons, so effectively a different browser for different projects. I had heard of brave and remember I wanted to get it but my OS was too old. Now I have a new computer with a new OS and will revisit Brave. Thanks for the reminder!

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ace108 (77) · 7 years ago

i saw this last month and downloaded but gave up after trying to install a few times without success. maybe it's time to download again

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whatthefuck (33) · 7 years ago

Great article

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afifbou (46) · 7 years ago

I love using Google Chrome because it is Google affiliate and responds to quick search

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therealwolf (75) · 7 years ago

I'm using brave as well, however chrome feels better, faster and I use chrome primarely for developing purposes and brave when I need more security.

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vogeltron1 (42) · 7 years ago

Looks interesting, will download it. Sucks I have to use Chrome because of the Trezor and Ledger extensions.

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mers (66) · 7 years ago (edited)

Hi @stellabelle ... I´ve heard about this but was not sure whether I want to use this browser at all. I used to have Mozilla but my ipad was just slow so I was not happy with it either.. Now I bought a new laptop and I am using Chrome atm... But, Im also pissed-off with Chrome because there are always breakdowns lately. So my question is whether you can save passwords of the different sites you are in in the Brave Browser? ... I have some passwords saved in Chrome so that I don´t need to search for the many passwords I´ve been using for different sites. It sounds good the way you have related your experience with the Brave Browser and the passwords is my only concern as I used different ones. Please let me know your experience on this.. many thanks in advance.

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seveaux (60) · 7 years ago

not all trackers track you

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farihelper (56) · 7 years ago

Add containing sites is really irritate me

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