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Browser ​

Today Chrome is the most popular browser in the world. Also, I have been using Chrome since probably 2012. Though, recently I have moved on with Firefox based browsers.

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Chrome is not an open-source browser, Vivaldi & Opera are partly open-source, and also these browsers do not support VAAPI Firefox, Brave & TOR are open-source browsers. Meaning these are better alternatives if you are looking for privacy. But, TOR doesn't support VAAPI.

To learn more about VAAPI go here.

Chromium Browsers ​

Chromium ​

Chromium is an open-source browser that serves as the basis for Google Chrome. It is known for its speed and compatibility with a wide range of web technologies. Chromium includes a range of features, such as built-in support for Google services, a customizable interface, and support for multiple tabs and windows.

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sudo pacman -S chromium
sudo pacman -S chromium
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sudo apt install chromium
sudo apt install chromium
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sudo dnf install  install chromium
sudo dnf install  install chromium
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sudo apt install chromium-browser
sudo apt install chromium-browser
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sudo xbps-install -S chromium
sudo xbps-install -S chromium

Chrome ​

Google Chrome is another popular browser available on Linux. It is known for its speed and compatibility with a wide range of web technologies. Chrome includes a range of features, such as built-in support for Google services, a customizable interface, and support for multiple tabs and windows.

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yay -S google-chrome
yay -S google-chrome
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wget https://dl.google.com/linux/direct/google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb
wget https://dl.google.com/linux/direct/google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb
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sudo dnf install fedora-workstation-repositories
sudo dnf config-manager --set-enabled google-chrome
sudo dnf install google-chrome-stable
sudo dnf install fedora-workstation-repositories
sudo dnf config-manager --set-enabled google-chrome
sudo dnf install google-chrome-stable
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wget https://dl.google.com/linux/direct/google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb
wget https://dl.google.com/linux/direct/google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb
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sudo xbps-install -S google-chrome
sudo xbps-install -S google-chrome

Vivaldi ​

Vivaldi is a browser that is known for its speed, customization options, and privacy features. It includes a range of features, such as a customizable interface, built-in support for tab stacking and tab tiling, and support for multiple tabs and windows.

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yay -S vivaldi
yay -S vivaldi
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wget https://downloads.vivaldi.com/stable/vivaldi-stable_4.1.2369.21-1_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i vivaldi-stable_4.1.2369.21-1_amd64.deb
wget https://downloads.vivaldi.com/stable/vivaldi-stable_4.1.2369.21-1_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i vivaldi-stable_4.1.2369.21-1_amd64.deb
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sudo dnf install vivaldi-stable
sudo dnf install vivaldi-stable
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wget https://downloads.vivaldi.com/stable/vivaldi-stable_4.1.2369.21-1_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i vivaldi-stable_4.1.2369.21-1_amd64.deb
wget https://downloads.vivaldi.com/stable/vivaldi-stable_4.1.2369.21-1_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i vivaldi-stable_4.1.2369.21-1_amd64.deb
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sudo xbps-install -S vivaldi
sudo xbps-install -S vivaldi

Brave ​

Brave is a browser that is known for its focus on privacy and security. It includes a range of features, such as built-in ad and tracker blockers, a customizable interface, and support for multiple tabs and windows.

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yay -S brave-bin
yay -S brave-bin
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sudo apt install apt-transport-https curl
sudo curl -s https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/brave-core.asc | sudo apt-key --keyring /etc/apt/trusted.gpg.d/brave-browser-release.gpg add -
echo "deb [arch=amd64] https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/ stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/brave-browser-release.list
sudo apt update && sudo apt install brave-browser
sudo apt install apt-transport-https curl
sudo curl -s https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/brave-core.asc | sudo apt-key --keyring /etc/apt/trusted.gpg.d/brave-browser-release.gpg add -
echo "deb [arch=amd64] https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/ stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/brave-browser-release.list
sudo apt update && sudo apt install brave-browser
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sudo dnf install dnf-plugins-core
sudo dnf config-manager --add-repo https://brave-browser-rpm-release.s3.brave.com/x86_64/
sudo rpm --import https://brave-browser-rpm-release.s3.brave.com/brave-core.asc
sudo dnf install brave-browser
sudo dnf install dnf-plugins-core
sudo dnf config-manager --add-repo https://brave-browser-rpm-release.s3.brave.com/x86_64/
sudo rpm --import https://brave-browser-rpm-release.s3.brave.com/brave-core.asc
sudo dnf install brave-browser
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sudo apt install apt-transport-https curl
sudo curl -s https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/brave-core.asc | sudo apt-key --keyring /etc/apt/trusted.gpg.d/brave-browser-release.gpg add -
echo "deb [arch=amd64] https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/ stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/brave-browser-release.list
sudo apt update && sudo apt install brave-browser
sudo apt install apt-transport-https curl
sudo curl -s https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/brave-core.asc | sudo apt-key --keyring /etc/apt/trusted.gpg.d/brave-browser-release.gpg add -
echo "deb [arch=amd64] https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/ stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/brave-browser-release.list
sudo apt update && sudo apt install brave-browser
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sudo xbps-install -S brave
sudo xbps-install -S brave

Opera ​

Opera is a browser that is known for its speed, security, and customization options. It includes a range of features, such as built-in support for VPN services, a customizable interface, and support for multiple tabs and windows.

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sudo pacman -S opera
sudo pacman -S opera
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wget https://download3.operacdn.com/pub/opera/desktop/80.0.4170.54/linux/opera-stable_80.0.4170.54_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i opera-stable_80.0.4170.54_amd64.deb
wget https://download3.operacdn.com/pub/opera/desktop/80.0.4170.54/linux/opera-stable_80.0.4170.54_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i opera-stable_80.0.4170.54_amd64.deb
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sudo dnf install opera-stable
sudo dnf install opera-stable
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wget https://download3.operacdn.com/pub/opera/desktop/80.0.4170.54/linux/opera-stable_80.0.4170.54_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i opera-stable_80.0.4170.54_amd64.deb
wget https://download3.operacdn.com/pub/opera/desktop/80.0.4170.54/linux/opera-stable_80.0.4170.54_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i opera-stable_80.0.4170.54_amd64.deb
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sudo xbps-install -S opera
sudo xbps-install -S opera

Non-Chromium Browsers ​

Firefox ​

Firefox is one of the most popular browsers available on Linux. It is known for its speed, security, and privacy features. Firefox includes a range of features, such as a customizable interface, built-in spell check, and support for multiple tabs and windows.

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sudo pacman -S firefox
sudo pacman -S firefox
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sudo apt install firefox
sudo apt install firefox
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sudo dnf install firefox
sudo dnf install firefox
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sudo apt install firefox
sudo apt install firefox
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sudo xbps-install -S firefox
sudo xbps-install -S firefox

TOR ​

Tor Browser is a version of Firefox that is configured to protect your privacy and anonymity on the internet. It uses the Tor network to route your internet traffic through a series of nodes, making it difficult for anyone to track your online activity. Tor Browser also includes built-in privacy features, such as NoScript and HTTPS Everywhere, to further enhance your online security.

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sudo pacman -S tor
sudo pacman -S tor
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sudo apt install tor
sudo apt install tor
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sudo dnf install tor
sudo dnf install tor
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sudo apt install torbrowser-launcher
sudo apt install torbrowser-launcher
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sudo xbps-install -S tor
sudo xbps-install -S tor

Librewolf ​

LibreWolf is a fork of Firefox that is focused on privacy and security. It includes several built-in privacy features, such as ad and tracker blocking, fingerprinting protection, and first-party isolation. LibreWolf also removes some of the proprietary features found in Firefox, such as Pocket and telemetry.

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yay -S librewolf
yay -S librewolf
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wget https://gitlab.com/librewolf-community/browser/linux/uploads/5aa5a5206ec208c6c34ebf1e2706d9b6/librewolf_94.0-1_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i librewolf_94.0-1_amd64.deb
wget https://gitlab.com/librewolf-community/browser/linux/uploads/5aa5a5206ec208c6c34ebf1e2706d9b6/librewolf_94.0-1_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i librewolf_94.0-1_amd64.deb
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sudo dnf copr enable atim/librewolf
sudo dnf install librewolf
sudo dnf copr enable atim/librewolf
sudo dnf install librewolf
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wget https://gitlab.com/librewolf-community/browser/linux/uploads/5aa5a5206ec208c6c34ebf1e2706d9b6/librewolf_94.0-1_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i librewolf_94.0-1_amd64.deb
sudo apt install -f
wget https://gitlab.com/librewolf-community/browser/linux/uploads/5aa5a5206ec208c6c34ebf1e2706d9b6/librewolf_94.0-1_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i librewolf_94.0-1_amd64.deb
sudo apt install -f
Install Librewolf on Void

You can install Librewolf on Void Linux using xbps-src, which is Void's package building tool.

  1. Next, create a working directory for building the package:
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mkdir -p ~/srcpkgs/librewolf && cd ~/srcpkgs/librewolf
mkdir -p ~/srcpkgs/librewolf && cd ~/srcpkgs/librewolf
  1. Download the source package from the official Librewolf website:
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wget https://gitlab.com/librewolf-community/browser/-/archive/94.0-1/librewolf-94.0-1.tar.bz2
wget https://gitlab.com/librewolf-community/browser/-/archive/94.0-1/librewolf-94.0-1.tar.bz2
  1. Extract the source package:
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tar xf librewolf-94.0-1.tar.bz2
cd librewolf-94.0-1
tar xf librewolf-94.0-1.tar.bz2
cd librewolf-94.0-1
  1. Build the package:
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./configure --disable-debug
make -j$(nproc)
sudo make install
./configure --disable-debug
make -j$(nproc)
sudo make install
  1. The package should now be installed on your system, and you can launch it from the command line by running librewolf. If you want to create a desktop shortcut, you can create a .desktop file in the ~/.local/share/applications/ directory with the following contents:
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[Desktop Entry]
Name=Librewolf
Exec=librewolf
Icon=librewolf
Type=Application
Categories=Network;
[Desktop Entry]
Name=Librewolf
Exec=librewolf
Icon=librewolf
Type=Application
Categories=Network;

Note that the version number and download link may change over time, so be sure to check the official Librewolf website for the latest release.

Extensions ​

Generally, these extensions exist for almost all browsers.

Privacy Add-ons ​

  • uBlock Origin Chrome Firefox - uBlock Origin is not an "ad blocker", it's a wide-spectrum content blocker with CPU and memory efficiency as a primary feature.
  • HTTPS Everywhere Chrome Firefox - HTTPS Everywhere is an extension created by EFF and the Tor Project which automatically switches thousands of sites from insecure "http" to secure "https".
  • ClearURLs Chrome Firefox - Removes tracking elements from URLs.
  • Decentraleyes Chrome Firefox - Protects you against tracking through "free", centralized, content delivery. It prevents a lot of requests from reaching networks like Google Hosted Libraries, and serves local files to keep sites from breaking. Complements regular content blockers.
  • Privacy Badger Chrome Firefox - Privacy Badger automatically learns to block invisible trackers.
  • User-Agent Switcher & Manager Chrome Firefox - Spoof websites trying to gather information about your web navigation to deliver distinct content you may not want
  • CanvasBlocker Firefox - Alters some JS APIs to prevent fingerprinting. (Chrome Unsupported)

DANGER

  • NoScript Chrome Firefox - This might break some websites. Allow potentially malicious web content to run only from sites you trust. Protect yourself against XSS other web security exploits.

Useful Tools ​

  • Absolute Enable Chrome Firefox - Force Enable Right Click & Copy on disabled websites.

Productivity Tools ​

  • LanguageTool Chrome Firefox - Check your texts for spelling and grammar problems everywhere on the web.

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