How to Install Brave Browser on Arch Linux

Brave Browser is a privacy-focused, fast, and secure web browser that blocks ads and trackers by default. If you’re an Arch Linux user, installing Brave is straightforward. This guide will show you step-by-step how to install Brave on your Arch Linux system.

Prerequisites#

A system running Arch Linux or an Arch-based distribution like Manjaro.
Basic knowledge of using the terminal.

Install steps#

Step 1: Update Your System#

Before installing any new package, update your system to ensure all repositories and packages are up-to-date. Open your terminal and run:

sudo pacman -Syu

Step 2: Install Yay (Optional)#

Yay is a popular AUR (Arch User Repository) helper that simplifies installing packages from the AUR. If you don’t have Yay installed, you can do so with:

sudo pacman -S git base-devel
git clone https://aur.archlinux.org/yay.git
cd yay
makepkg -si

Step 3: Install Brave Browser#

Brave is available in the AUR. Use Yay to install it:

yay -S brave-bin

This command will fetch and install the Brave Browser binary package from the AUR.

Step 4: Verify Installation#

Once the installation is complete, verify it by running:

brave

The Brave Browser should launch successfully.

Step 5: (Optional) Set Brave as Your Default Browser#

To set Brave as your default browser, follow these steps:

Open Brave and go to Settings > Get Started.
Under the “Default browser” section, click on “Make default.”

FAQs#

Can I install Brave without using an AUR helper like Yay?
Yes, you can manually clone the Brave package from the AUR using git and build it using makepkg. For example:

git clone https://aur.archlinux.org/brave-bin.git
cd brave-bin
makepkg -si

Is Brave Browser safe to use on Arch Linux?
Yes, Brave Browser is safe to use. It prioritizes user privacy and comes with built-in ad and tracker blocking features.
How do I update Brave Browser on Arch Linux?
If you installed Brave via Yay, updating it is as simple as running: yay -Syu

Conclusion#

Installing Brave Browser on Arch Linux is quick and easy, especially with the help of an AUR helper like Yay. Whether you’re looking for a secure browser or a privacy-centric alternative, Brave is a solid choice for Arch Linux users.

By following this guide, you should now have Brave Browser up and running. Happy browsing! 🚀