Mullvad Browser

Intermediate Recommended

Mullvad Browser is one of the best Google Chrome alternatives. Anti-fingerprinting browser developed with the Tor Project, designed to minimize tracking without using Tor.

Information verified on July 7, 2026

Free Migration difficulty : Easy (2/5)

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Description

Mullvad Browser is a Firefox-based browser developed in partnership with the Tor Project. It applies the same anti-fingerprinting protections as Tor Browser, but without the Tor network. The idea is to make all users look identical to websites. It runs in permanent private browsing mode: history, cookies and data are cleared on every close.

Key features

  • Advanced anti-fingerprinting
  • Permanent private browsing
  • Based on Firefox ESR
  • Automatic cleanup on close

Strengths

  • + Tor Browser-level anti-fingerprinting
  • + Permanent private browsing
  • + Developed with the Tor Project
  • + No need for Tor network

Weaknesses

  • − No profile sync
  • − History and cookies cleared every session
  • − Fewer compatible extensions

Recommended for

  • Users concerned about fingerprinting
  • Browsing without persistent traces

Mullvad Browser vs Google Chrome: the comparison

Comparison between Mullvad Browser and Google Chrome
Criterion Mullvad Browser Google Chrome
Price Free Free
Targeted ads on your data No Yes (feeds Google ad targeting)
Source code Open (auditable) Proprietary
Migration difficulty Easy (2/5) —

Comparison

Mullvad Browser offers the same anti-fingerprinting as Tor Browser but without Tor's slowness. Firefox requires manual setup to reach a similar level. Brave blocks trackers but takes a different approach to fingerprinting.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Mullvad Browser cost?

Free

How do you switch from Google Chrome to Mullvad Browser?

Estimated difficulty: Easy (2/5). Simple installation. No profile migration possible: that's by design.

Who is Mullvad Browser for?

Intermediate users wanting anti-fingerprinting protection without Tor's slowness.

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