Brave vs. Chrome: eine gute Linux-Alternative?

Brave als Linux-Alternative zu Chrome

Aktualisiert am 1. November 2026

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Brave is a solid replacement for Chrome on Linux, especially for users who value speed and privacy. Since it's built on Chromium, it handles modern websites reliably and supports most Chrome extensions. The built-in ad-blocker and tracker protection improve page load times and reduce fingerprinting. If you're tied to Google's ecosystem, syncing bookmarks and passwords won't be as seamless unless you manually import data. Brave works well for general browsing, media, and web apps, but lacks direct integration with Google services like Chrome's auto-login or sync. For privacy-conscious users who don't rely heavily on Google's infrastructure, Brave is a strong alternative.

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Lizenz: MPL-2.0
Preis: Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version: 1.98.63 (30. Oktober 2026)
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Welcome page of Brave

Was gleich funktioniert

Both use the Chromium engine, so rendering and performance are nearly identical
Support for the same web standards, extensions, and PWAs
Cross-platform sync available (Brave Sync vs Google Account sync)
Fast startup and responsive interface

Was anders ist

Brave blocks ads and trackers by default; Chrome does not
Brave has no built-in Google service integration (e.g., automatic sign-in, Chrome sync)
Brave includes a rewards system (BAT) and optional crypto wallet
Brave Sync uses a passphrase instead of a Google Account
Chrome has broader enterprise management features

Ihre Chrome-Dateien öffnen

Brave can import bookmarks, history, passwords, and cookies directly from Chrome on Linux if Chrome is installed. You can export Chrome data as an HTML file or use the import tool in Brave's settings. Session data like open tabs isn't preserved automatically. For profiles tied to Google accounts, manual export is required. File handling for downloads (PDFs, videos, etc.) works the same way. If Chrome was used via Snap or system package, Brave can still access the profile unless permissions block it.

Von Chrome zu Brave wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

Install Brave via your package manager or Flathub
Open Brave and go to Settings > Import Browser Data
Select Chrome as the source and choose what to import
Install any needed Chromium extensions from the Web Store
Set up Brave Sync with a new passphrase if syncing across devices
Enable optional features like ad-blocking or rewards if desired

Wichtige Funktionen von Brave

Integrierter Ad-Blocker und Tracker-Schutz
Chromium-basierter Engine mit schneller Darstellung
HTTPS Everywhere-Integration
Tokenbasiertes Belohnungssystem
Unterstützung für Chromium-Erweiterungen
Regelmäßige Sicherheitsupdates
Cross‑Platform-Synchronisierung über Brave Sync

Brave unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub com.brave.Browser

Häufige Fragen

Can I use Chrome extensions in Brave?

Yes, Brave supports most Chrome extensions from the Chrome Web Store. You can install them directly through the extensions page.

Does Brave sync the same way as Chrome?

No. Brave uses Brave Sync, which requires a passphrase and doesn't rely on Google accounts. It syncs bookmarks, history, and passwords across devices, but not extensions or settings like Chrome does.

Is Brave really faster than Chrome?

Often yes, because it blocks ads and trackers by default, reducing page weight and memory use. On sites heavy with ads, Brave loads faster and uses less RAM.