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Open Source Browser Apps

Discover the best open source browsers for a secure, private & customizable web experience. Take control of your online access. Explore today!

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Apps in Browser

C++
68%
MPL 2.0

Zen Browser

Browser

44,435

A Firefox-based browser that puts focus, privacy, and workflow front-and-centre without sacrificing compatibility

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88
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81
Technical
80
Dependency
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C++ 68%
Fluent 15%
JavaScript 14%
Updated 1 weeks ago
TypeScript
46%
AGPL 3.0

BrowserOS

AI Assistants · Browser

13,670

The open-source agentic Chromium browser with native AI agents, MCP server, and visual workflow automation — your data never leaves your machine.

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87
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82
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68
Dependency
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TypeScript 46%
Rust 22%
Python 18%
Updated 1 weeks ago
Python
98%
BSD 3

ungoogled-chromium

Browser

27,700

Chromium without Google tracking — privacy-focused, drop-in replacement

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87
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71
Technical
0
Dependency
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Python 98%
Updated 1 weeks ago
C++
94%
GPL 3.0

Helium

Browser

20,663

Privacy-first Chromium browser with unbiased ad-blocking and no bloat

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74
Technical
0
Dependency
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C++ 94%
Updated 1 weeks ago
C++
44%
BSD 2

Ladybird

Browser

66,195

A truly independent web browser built from scratch — no Chromium, no WebKit, no Gecko.

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76
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82
Technical
81
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C++ 44%
HTML 23%
Rust 19%
Updated 1 weeks ago
Python
68%
BSD 3

Fortress

Automation · Browser · Developer Tools

590

A stealth Chromium engine that corrects the browser fingerprint inside the C++ engine itself, so scrapers and browser agents stop getting blocked, with a 29-tool MCP server for AI agents.

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Repo Health
78
Technical
0
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Python 68%
JavaScript 12%
Shell 12%
Updated 2 months ago

About Browser

Browsers are essential software for navigating the World Wide Web, acting as a gateway to online information and applications. They translate code into visual webpages, allowing users to view and interact with content from across the internet. Modern browsers go far beyond simple web page rendering, offering a robust feature set focused on speed, security, and user experience.

These applications typically include features like tabbed browsing for managing multiple webpages, bookmarking to save favorite sites, and a history function to track previous visits. Advanced features often include:

  • Privacy controls: Blocking trackers, ad blockers, and cookie management to enhance online security.
  • Extension support: Allowing users to customize functionality with add-ons for productivity, security, or entertainment.
  • Developer tools: Providing resources for web developers to inspect and debug webpages.
  • Synchronization: Keeping browsing data consistent across multiple devices.
  • Customization options: Tailoring the user interface, themes and behavior to personal preferences.

The value proposition of open source browsers is significant. They often prioritize user privacy through transparent codebases and community audits, offering greater control over personal data than proprietary alternatives. Developers can benefit from the ability to modify and extend browser functionality, integrating them seamlessly into custom workflows. Users benefit from a more secure and customizable browsing experience with the freedom to choose features that align with their needs.

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