Web browsers - Mullvad Browser
Mullvad browser is a Firefox-based browser resulting from an official collaboration between Mullvad and the Tor project.
Features
A general web browser
The Tor project offers great privacy but can be cumbersome for users with a lower threat model. Mullvad Browser allows to browse the web without routing the traffic through Tor.
Anti-fingerprinting protections
It inherits its strong anti-fingerprinting protections from the Tor Browser.
New identity
Users should be careful when using the new identity feature inherited from the Tor Browser. In Mullvad browser, it mearly close tabs / windows, delete browsing history / cookies and start a new session.
Search Engine
The default private search engine Mullvad Leta is made by the same people who make this browser.
Extensions
The browser comes with three extensions:
- the Mullvad VPN extension
- uBlock Origin
- NoScript
The Mullvad VPN extension is only used by users of Mullvad VPN. uBlock Origin and NoScript are an integral part of the browser privacy feature set.
Configuration
Users should use the browser as is and should refrain from customizing it outside of the security levels.
Recommendations
Users should considered using Mullvad Browser for general web browsing on desktop. They should refrain from installing others extensions which would break the anti-fingerprinting protections.
Limitations
Users may find the experience barebone, and may prefer an less inconvenient Firefox-based browser like Librewolf.