Download Brave Browser

Start with the device, then choose the release channel. Brave provides desktop builds for Windows, macOS and Linux, plus mobile builds for Android, iPhone and iPad. Release is the main production channel; Beta and Nightly expose newer features earlier. After installation, import supported browser data, review defaults and set up Brave Sync if needed.

Download Brave for Windows

Desktop installation follows the operating system: Linux uses distribution-specific repositories or install scripts, macOS uses the macOS installer, and Windows uses the Windows installer or Microsoft Store. Match the platform first, then choose Release, Beta or Nightly.

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Brave Browser on desktop and mobile devices

Brave Mobile and Release Channels

Brave for Android and iOS uses separate mobile installation paths and includes Shields, tab management, search and Brave Sync. Mobile migration is not identical to desktop browser import, so cross-device transfer is better handled through Sync when the data type is supported.

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Release, Beta, and Nightly

Release is the primary channel for normal daily use. Beta previews features that are close to full release and is available on desktop, Android and iOS. Nightly receives earlier, in-progress changes for advanced users and testing; it is available on Windows, macOS, Linux and Android.

Choose the Installation Path by Platform

Brave does not use one installation method across every device. Windows and macOS use desktop installers, Linux depends on distribution, repository and CPU architecture, while Android and iOS use mobile app channels.

Windows and macOS

Match the Brave installer to the desktop operating system
Use Release for regular browsing, or Beta / Nightly for preview testing
Complete installation before changing default-browser or search settings
Import supported bookmarks, history, passwords and selected settings from another browser

Linux Distributions and Architectures

Debian / Ubuntu / Mint:Use the matching Brave repository or install script for the selected channel

Fedora / Rocky / RHEL:Use the appropriate RPM repository and package-management flow

CPU architecture:Current Brave Linux builds support 64-bit AMD / Intel and ARM architectures

Release channels:Release, Beta and Nightly use separate repositories and update tracks

Android, iPhone, and iPad

Android:Install Brave through the Android path for a supported phone or tablet

iPhone:Use the iOS installation path for a supported iPhone

iPad:Install the iPad-compatible Brave iOS build

Migration and Sync:Mobile import differs from desktop; use Brave Sync for supported data across Brave devices

From Download to a Ready-to-Use Browser

Match the platform and channel

Confirm Windows, macOS, Linux, Android or iOS, then decide whether you need Release, Beta or Nightly. Most users should start with Release rather than a preview channel.

Install the matching build

Run the Windows or macOS installer, follow the Linux repository flow for your distribution and architecture, or complete installation through the Android or iOS app path.

Migrate and finish setup

Import supported browser data on desktop, review default-browser and search settings, check Shields, then create or join a Brave Sync chain when you want supported data across devices.

Brave Download, Release Channel, and Migration FAQ

Which operating systems support Brave Browser?

Brave desktop builds are available for Windows, macOS and Linux, while mobile builds are available for Android and iOS, including iPhone and iPad. Installation differs by operating system and release channel.

Which Brave build should I install on Windows?

For normal daily browsing, use the Windows Release build. Beta is for features approaching release, while Nightly exposes earlier in-progress changes and is better suited to advanced users, developers and testing.

What should I do after installing Brave on macOS?

Launch Brave, review default-browser and search settings, import supported data from another browser if needed, then check Shields and Sync before making it part of your normal workflow.

Why is Brave installation different on Linux?

Linux uses distribution-specific package systems and repositories. Debian / Ubuntu / Mint and Fedora / Rocky / RHEL follow different installation paths, and the selected build must also match a supported 64-bit AMD / Intel or ARM architecture.

Which Brave release channels are available on mobile?

Release is available on Android and iOS. Brave Beta is also available on Android and iOS, while Brave Nightly currently provides an Android mobile build in addition to Windows, macOS and Linux desktop builds.

How do Release, Beta, and Nightly relate to each other?

New features usually appear in Nightly first, move to Beta for further testing, and then reach Release. The channels represent different stages of maturity rather than simply more or fewer features.

Can I import data from Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or another browser?

Desktop Brave can import supported bookmarks, browsing history, saved passwords and selected settings from supported browsers. The exact import options depend on the source browser and operating system.

What is the difference between browser import and Brave Sync?

Browser import moves supported data from another browser into the current Brave installation. Brave Sync is used to share supported Brave data between multiple Brave devices, so the two tools solve different migration stages.