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Mullvad Browser
Tor Browser without - privacy- designed for use with
Mullvad Browser offers a privacy-conscious alternative in the browser space, with a stronger focus on data protection than many mainstream tools.
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Who is this for?
✓ Good for you if:
- • You want Tor Browser privacy features without latency
- • You use a trusted and want browser privacy hardening
- • You need uniform protection
- • You want private browsing by default
- • You prefer Swedish (Mullvad collaboration)
⚠ Think twice if:
- • You need access to .onion websites (Mullvad Browser doesn't support )
- • You want circuit isolation (Tor Browser feature not in Mullvad Browser)
- • You need built-in censorship circumvention (requires )
- • You want to save browsing history (private mode by default)
- • You need the fastest browsing experience
Key qualities
Overview
Mullvad Browser is a Tor Browser-based privacy browser that operates without the Tor network, designed for use with trusted VPNs. The browser implements uniform fingerprinting protection making all users appear identical. Private mode is enabled by default with automatic data clearance. The browser incorporates uBlock Origin for tracker and script blocking. Mullvad Browser uses circuit isolation concepts from Tor Browser. The browser is developed collaboratively by Tor Project and Mullvad VPN. Mullvad Browser is fully open source and collects zero telemetry.
Privacy highlight
Tor Browser-based privacy with uniform protection and private mode by default - perfect for users seeking maximum privacy.
Quick facts
- Country:
- 🇸🇪 Sweden
- Pricing:
- Free
- Platform:
- Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS
- Technical:
- Beginner
- :
- No
- :
- No telemetry
- :
- Yes
- Open-source status:
- Fully open source
- :
- No
- :
- Yes
Key features
- Privacy-friendly web browser with protection.
Security & encryption Click to expand
- No
- Encryption protocols
- TLS 1.2, TLS 1.3,
- Mullvad Browser uses Tor Browser's and mechanisms, based on Firefox's security architecture. The browser implements certificate validation through Firefox's network stack, with Tor-specific enhancements. Mullvad Browser uses / for connections, with all traffic routed through the user's (if used). The browser stores certificates in Firefox's certificate store. Mullvad Browser implements circuit isolation concepts from Tor Browser, isolating different websites. The browser uses secure storage with enhanced isolation. Mullvad Browser maintains Tor Browser's security architecture while operating without the .
- Offline support
- Yes
Telemetry & tracking Click to expand
- No telemetry
- No
- Ip no
- Third-party services
- None
- Mullvad Browser collects zero data. Based on Tor Browser which has all disabled. No data transmission to any servers.
Jurisdiction & compliance Click to expand
- Collaboration between Tor Project (US) and Mullvad VPN (Sweden). No data stored on servers. All data local and ephemeral.
- Mullvad Browser retains no data. Private mode by default ensures all data cleared when browser closes. No server-side . All data is ephemeral.
- Legal frameworks
- Swedish jurisdiction (Mullvad VPN), Tor Project (US non-profit). No data collection means minimal legal exposure.
- Revenue sources
- Subscription
Editorial signals Click to expand
- 93
- Trust score
- 90
- Trust breakdown (0–10)
- Encryption: 90, Audits: 90, Open source: 100, Telemetry: 100, Jurisdiction: 85, Transparency: 90, Trackers: 100
- Editorial notes
- Usability: 7, Performance: 7, Family friendly: 8
User experience Click to expand
- Signup requirements
- No account or signup required. Mullvad Browser can be used immediately after installation. VPN (optional) may require separate account.
- Onboarding difficulty (1-5)
- 1
- Accessibility features
- Mullvad Browser inherits Tor Browser's (Firefox-based) accessibility features. Some features may be limited in private mode.
Backup & portability Click to expand
- Yes
- Migration tools
- Mullvad Browser does not support importing from other browsers by design (privacy-focused). Users can manually add bookmarks. No sync functionality.
- No account recovery needed - no accounts required. All data is ephemeral and cleared on browser close.
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