Stop third-party tracking, block ads, and secure your data throughout your device.

Unlike many browsers that offer VPNs which mask a user's IP address, Brave's Firewall + VPN, powered by Guardian, offers superior security and privacy by encrypting and protecting anything you do while connected to the Internet. Our unique approach of treating data collection as a liability provides the foundation for our anti-data collection stance while Brave's Firewall + VPN funnels all of a user's iPhone and iPad traffic through an encrypted VPN to Guardian's servers, allowing them to instantly spot which apps are secretly sending tracking data.

The Firewall + VPN is securely integrated directly into the Brave iOS, Android, macOS & Windows browser apps.

Once you subscribe, simply open Brave browser and select the ellipses in the bottom right of the screen to toggle the Firewall + VPN on or off. With this launch, the Firewall + VPN will work throughout your device as well as within the Brave browser. Our mission is to empower you to take back control of your privacy and to thwart unwanted surveillance throughout the entirety of your device.

How does the launch of the Brave Firewall + VPN benefit Brave users?

The addition of Brave Firewall + VPN strengthens our privacy-first commitment to our browser users. A firewall forms a security barrier between your iPhone / iPad and the Internet to keep you safe and protected online. With this launch, we are offering users a firewall and VPN that not only work in Brave, but also in any other app they use on their device. This empowers users to take action at the network level over unwanted surveillance.

Is Brave Firewall + VPN available to all Brave users?

Brave users on iOS, Android, macOS & Windows can currently take advantage of this new feature, with availability on other platforms to come later this year.

Is Brave Firewall + VPN free? If not, how much does it cost?

This firewall is a premium feature which delivers more functionality than standard or free VPNs, and it is available for purchase. It is available for $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year. The firewall can be used on up to 5 devices.

How will users purchase Brave Firewall + VPN?

For now, users can purchase this via in-app purchase from the Brave iOS or Android app. Note that the use of Apple’s and Google's in-app purchase functionality means that no user billing information is ever exchanged. Alternatively the subscription can be purchases directly through Brave's website

Will users be able to purchase Brave Firewall + VPN with BAT? If not, will that feature become available later on?

Buying Brave Firewall + VPN with BAT is currently not an option, but we are actively working on making this available in the future.

Why did Brave decide to implement a firewall and VPN?

Brave’s commitment to privacy and security led us to offer the firewall so that our users could benefit from all-around protection. We’re also addressing the need for one of the most requested features from our user base over the past years.

Why did Brave choose Guardian as a partner for this feature?

When reviewing various options for this feature, Guardian stood out as the preferred partner due to its strong stance on protecting user privacy, its performance, and its traffic accountability. Guardian fulfilled our requirements for a trusted and reliable firewall and VPN feature.

Brave Firewall + VPN

Prevents unauthorized tracking, blocks ads, and secures a user’s data throughout the user’s entire device.

Unlike many browsers that offer VPNs which mask a user's IP address, Brave’s Firewall + VPN, powered by Guardian, offers enhanced security and privacy by encrypting and protecting anything users do while connected to the Internet.

Brave Firewall + VPN powered by Guardian

Why Brave Firewall + VPN