List of Major Web Browsers in the World
| S. No. | Web Browser | Developer / Company | Major Features / Objective |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Google Chrome | Google / United States | A widely used web browser based on Chromium, offering fast browsing, extensions, synchronisation and Google services integration. |
| 2 | Safari | Apple / United States | Apple's web browser for macOS, iOS and iPadOS, with energy efficiency, privacy features and Apple ecosystem integration. |
| 3 | Microsoft Edge | Microsoft / United States | A Chromium-based browser featuring tracking prevention, security tools, productivity features and integration with Microsoft services. |
| 4 | Mozilla Firefox | Mozilla / United States | An independent, open-source browser known for privacy controls, customisation and support for browser extensions. |
| 5 | Opera | Opera / Norway-based origins | A Chromium-based browser with features such as a built-in ad blocker, sidebar tools and integrated messaging services. |
| 6 | Brave | Brave Software / United States | A privacy-focused Chromium-based browser with built-in tracker and advertisement blocking. |
| 7 | Samsung Internet | Samsung Electronics / South Korea | A mobile browser primarily designed for Android devices, offering privacy protections and Samsung ecosystem integration. |
| 8 | Vivaldi | Vivaldi Technologies / Norway | A highly customisable browser with tab management, workspaces, built-in productivity tools and privacy options. |
| 9 | Tor Browser | The Tor Project / United States-based nonprofit | Routes browsing traffic through the Tor network to improve anonymity and help users access websites that may otherwise be blocked. |
| 10 | Chromium | The Chromium Project, led by Google and supported by contributors | An open-source browser project that provides the foundation for Chrome and many other Chromium-based browsers. |
| 11 | DuckDuckGo Browser | DuckDuckGo / United States | A privacy-focused browser with tracker blocking, private search integration and simplified privacy controls. |
| 12 | UC Browser | UCWeb / Alibaba Group, China | A mobile-oriented browser known for data-saving features and content delivery optimisation. |
| 13 | Yandex Browser | Yandex / Russia | A Chromium-based browser offering translation, security features and integration with Yandex services. |
| 14 | Arc | The Browser Company / United States | A browser designed around workspaces, sidebar-based navigation and tools for organising browsing activities. |
| 15 | Orion | Kagi / United States | A browser for Apple platforms focused on privacy, performance and support for selected browser extensions. |
| 16 | Puffin Browser | CloudMosa / United States | A cloud-assisted browser that processes some browsing tasks remotely; features and availability depend on the edition and platform. |
| 17 | Aloha Browser | Aloha Mobile / Cyprus-based origins | A mobile-focused browser offering privacy features, private browsing tools and optional VPN functionality. |
| 18 | Maxthon | Maxthon / China | A browser offering synchronisation, cloud-related features and cross-device browsing tools. |
| 19 | Falkon | KDE community / International | An open-source browser designed for desktop Linux and other supported platforms, with a lightweight interface. |
| 20 | LibreWolf | LibreWolf community / International | A community-maintained Firefox-based browser configured with an emphasis on privacy, security and reduced telemetry. |
Notes:
- This is a selected list of notable web browsers, not a ranking by market share.
- Browser availability, supported operating systems and features can change over time.
- Chromium is an open-source browser project as well as the basis for many other browsers.
- Tor Browser focuses on anonymity, whereas ordinary private or incognito modes generally do not provide network-level anonymity.
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