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Hardened Browser

Privacy

Fingerprinting Incognito / Private Mode Browser Extension Privacy Settings

A browser set up to reduce tracking and attacks.

Definition

A hardened browser is configured (or built) with privacy and security settings that reduce tracking, fingerprinting, and risky features.

In plain English A browser set up to reduce tracking and attacks.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Better defaults can reduce how much data you leak while browsing.

Example

Example: Blocking third‑party cookies and limiting fingerprinting scripts.