How to Set Brave as Your Default Browser on Windows 11

This post shows students and new users how to install and make Brave their default web browser on Windows 11.

Brave is a favorite web browser for many users worldwide, and many would rather use Brave than Chrome or Edge.

Brave is a privacy-focused web browser that blocks ads and trackers that slow you down and invade your privacy online. For privacy-minded people, Brave is the most secure way to browse.

The default web browser in Windows 11 is the new Microsoft Edge browser. Most people might not realize that the new Edge is better and more useful than the old one and may not be open to using it. Instead, they are switching to Brave or another browser to make it their default.

To start making Brave your default web browser, follow the steps below.

Set Brave as the default web browser on Windows 11

The new Microsoft Edge is the default browser in Windows 11. Follow the steps below to configure Brave as default, and always use it as your preferred Browser.

This post assumes that Brave is already installed on your computer. If not, go and download Brave using the link below.

Download Brave | Brave Browser

Once downloaded, install it and continue below to make it your default web browser on Windows 11.

Windows 11 has a centralized location for the majority of its settings. Everything can be done, from system configurations to creating new users and updating Windows from its System Settings pane.

To get to System Settings, you can use the Windows key + I shortcut or click on Start ==> Settings, as shown in the image below:

Alternatively, you can use the search box on the taskbar and search for Settings. Then select to open it.

Windows Settings pane should look similar to the image below. In Windows Settings, click Apps and select Default Apps on the right pane of your screen, as shown in the image below.

When the default app settings open, use the search box and type Edge to search for the default app for applications.

Microsoft Edge will appear in the result below. Click on Microsoft Edge.

The next page will list all the default file types and link types for which Edge is the default. Simply select each type and switch from Edge to Brave.

When you select Microsoft Edge, a pop-out window will prompt you to check out Edge before switching. If you still want to switch, click Switch anyway.

Choose Brave as the default for each file type, then click OK to confirm and switch.

Sometimes, when you select a file extension, you won’t see Brave immediately to switch to. Click on the More app link to show hidden Brave.

When you’re done, each file type should be switched to Brave.

That should be it! Brave should now be the default web browser for Windows 11.

Conclusion:

• Brave is a privacy-focused browser that enhances your online security.
• Making Brave your default browser on Windows 11 is a straightforward process.
• You can easily switch from Microsoft Edge to Brave by following the steps outlined.
• With Brave as your primary web browser, enjoy an ad-free and faster browsing experience.
• Take advantage of Brave’s features to ensure a more private internet experience.