Brave ou Chrome : une bonne alternative sous Linux ?

Brave, alternative Linux à Chrome

Mis à jour le 1 novembre 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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Licence: MPL-2.0
Prix: Gratuit
Dernière version: 1.98.63 (30 octobre 2026)
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Installer Brave Site officiel ↗

Welcome page of Brave

Ce qui fonctionne pareil

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

Ce qui change

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

Ouvrir vos fichiers Chrome

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.

Passer de Chrome à Brave, étape par étape

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

Fonctionnalités clés de Brave

Bloqueur de publicités et protection contre les traceurs intégré
Moteur basé sur Chromium avec rendu rapide
Intégration HTTPS Everywhere
Système de récompenses basé sur des jetons
Support des extensions Chromium
Mises à jour de sécurité régulières
Synchronisation multiplateforme via Brave Sync

Installer Brave sous Linux

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

Questions fréquentes

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.