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Dev tools · August 25, 2024

Zen Browser

Beautifully designed, privacy-focused

Zen Browser launched on August 25, 2024 with 257 votes, #183 of 5,471 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 2 years on.

In plain words

Zen Browser is a privacy-focused web browser emphasizing beautiful design and user experience. It targets people seeking to browse without tracking while maintaining access to developer tools and productivity features. The browser distinguishes itself through its focus on visual design alongside privacy protections, offering users a calmer browsing environment. Built with an open-source approach on GitHub, Zen Browser combines aesthetic appeal with functional privacy controls for everyday web users.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

From the sources

Beautifully designed, privacy-focused, and packed with features. Experience tranquillity while browsing the web without people tracking you!

Beautifully designed, privacy-focused, and packed with features.

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