Firefox compatibility issues

[Sky-Knight]

Opera is just Chromium too, so there's no real reason to use it.

I wasn't aware of the Chinese connection either, and my son is a huge user... I'm going to have to change that now.

 

[phaZed]

I've switched to Brave browser as of about a year ago. I had too many issues with Firefox after being my primary for over a decade.

Problems with sites, gov't and not. Problems with Unriad Dashboard, Plex, Youtube, etc. As I've started doing more backend web-work and site designing, the various builders were a problem in Firefox.

Brave has been great, so far.

 

[GTP]

No I did not know! I avoid Chinese software so Opera is getting removed right after I type this!

That's a great idea!. Such a pity though because Opera was a great choice at one time.

In 2016, Opera was acquired by a consortium of Chinese investors, including Beijing Kunlun Tech Co. and Qihoo 360. Despite this, the company maintains its headquarters in Oslo, Norway, and operates under European privacy regulations, specifically the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Wikipedia, Opera News

Opera asserts that it does not collect personal data such as browsing history or the content you view online.

Opera

However, some users have expressed concerns about data collection practices, especially considering the company's ownership.

Opera forums

It's important to note that while Opera operates under GDPR, which imposes strict data protection standards, the company's Chinese ownership has led to ongoing discussions about potential data privacy implications.

Opera News

In summary, while Opera is headquartered in Norway and claims not to collect user data, its Chinese ownership continues to raise concerns among users regarding data privacy.

 

[GTP]

Brave has been great, so far.

I can't and won't trust a browser that does dodgy stuff.
Some serious concerns about Brave.

Affiliate Link Insertion: In June 2020, Brave was found to be automatically adding affiliate referral codes to certain cryptocurrency URLs without user consent. This practice led to criticism over potential undisclosed tracking and monetization of user activity. Brave's CEO acknowledged the mistake and issued an apology.

Unsolicited Donations: In December 2018, it was reported that Brave collected donations on behalf of content creators without their consent. Users could tip creators who were unaware of the platform, leading to concerns about the ethical implications of handling funds without direct authorization.

VPN Installation Without Consent: In October 2023, reports emerged that Brave had installed its VPN service on Windows machines without user consent. Following user backlash, the company announced plans to reverse this decision, stating that the VPN would only be installed if enabled or purchased by the user.

Tor Mode DNS Leak: In early 2021, a bug was discovered in Brave's Tor browsing mode where DNS requests were leaking to the user's internet service provider instead of being routed through the Tor network. This vulnerability exposed users' browsing activities, undermining the privacy assurances of the Tor feature. Brave addressed and fixed this issue in subsequent updates.

I guess all these things would be fixed by now but their "rewards" thingy is still raising eyebrows.

 

[phaZed]

I can't and won't trust a browser that does dodgy stuff.
Some serious concerns about Brave.

Affiliate Link Insertion: In June 2020, Brave was found to be automatically adding affiliate referral codes to certain cryptocurrency URLs without user consent. This practice led to criticism over potential undisclosed tracking and monetization of user activity. Brave's CEO acknowledged the mistake and issued an apology.

Unsolicited Donations: In December 2018, it was reported that Brave collected donations on behalf of content creators without their consent. Users could tip creators who were unaware of the platform, leading to concerns about the ethical implications of handling funds without direct authorization.

VPN Installation Without Consent: In October 2023, reports emerged that Brave had installed its VPN service on Windows machines without user consent. Following user backlash, the company announced plans to reverse this decision, stating that the VPN would only be installed if enabled or purchased by the user.

Tor Mode DNS Leak: In early 2021, a bug was discovered in Brave's Tor browsing mode where DNS requests were leaking to the user's internet service provider instead of being routed through the Tor network. This vulnerability exposed users' browsing activities, undermining the privacy assurances of the Tor feature. Brave addressed and fixed this issue in subsequent updates.

I guess all these things would be fixed by now but their "rewards" thingy is still raising eyebrows.

Ya, I hear that! I turn off all that stuff. I only use it "as a browser".. I don't even store passwords in it.

 

[britechguy]

I don't even store passwords in it.

I really can't fathom why anyone uses browser-based password managers. But to each his or her own. I'll continue keeping mine in their own dedicated password manager, separate from all of the sites and the browsers that access those sites.

I've still got Brave on my machine, but virtually never use it, having become a convert to Vivaldi.

But I long ago gave up any hope that there is any web browser that doesn't do certain things I'd prefer it wouldn't, even if I "turn it all off." It's a matter of trying to find ones that cause the least offenses.

 

[phaZed]

It's a matter of trying to find ones that cause the least offenses.

Isn't that the truth.