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Browser Privacy Guides
Privacy Guides compares desktop browser options for standard, non-anonymous browsing and explains the privacy protections each setup targets.
About Browser Privacy Guides
Privacy Guides compares desktop browsers for standard, non-anonymous browsing and explains the privacy protections each setup targets. It points to Mullvad Browser for anti-fingerprinting out of the box, Firefox as an alternative to Chrome for casual browsing, and Brave where Chromium compatibility is needed.
The guide states these options are not for anonymous browsing and points to Tor for that use. It notes that browsers other than Tor Browser remain traceable in some manner, and that Mullvad Browser clears history and site data on close and requires a separately managed VPN connection.
Key features
- Compares Mullvad Browser, Firefox, and Brave for desktop use
- Explains anti-fingerprinting protections for each browser setup
- Provides configuration guidance for standard non-anonymous browsing
- Advises Tor use for anonymous browsing needs
- Describes Mullvad Browser security levels Standard, Safer, Safest
- Details private browsing mode behavior and data clearing
Best for: People selecting a desktop browser for standard browsing who want to understand fingerprinting and tracking trade-offs.
Good for
- Separates recommendations for standard browsing from anonymous browsing
- Explains fingerprinting trade-offs for different browser setups
- Includes setup cautions such as restarting after changing security level
Watch out for
- States browsers other than Tor Browser remain traceable in some manner
- Mullvad Browser clears history and site data on close and lacks some Firefox features
- Mullvad Browser has no built-in VPN and requires separate configuration
Browser Privacy Guides at a glance
- Category
- Privacy & Security › Privacy Guides
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Browser Privacy Guides FAQ
Which option is described for anti-fingerprinting out of the box?
Mullvad Browser, described as a version of Tor Browser without Tor network integration that aims to give VPN users Tor Browser anti-fingerprinting technologies.
Can I use these desktop browsers for anonymous browsing?
No. The guide says to use Tor instead for anonymous browsing, and that all browsers other than Tor Browser will be traceable in some manner.
Can I modify Mullvad Browser settings and extensions?
Do not modify it outside adjusting the default security levels of Standard, Safer and Safest, and restart the browser after changing the level. Pre-installed uBlock Origin and NoScript should not be removed or reconfigured.
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