• False.

    They sold data from Brave search, which you don’t have to use. (and I don’t.)

    Also, the crypto thing is also opt-in. You don’t have to use it either.

    It works better than Firefox, especially if your aim is blocking ads.

    •  Kichae   ( @Kichae@lemmy.ca ) 
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      “I trust these guys to not sell my data because they’ve only sold me data over there” is a hell of a take.

      Someone has their identity tied up in this for some reason

      • I think that, if you’re going to pretend to know what you’re talking about, you should know what you’re talking about.

        I think it’s a good thing that a person as to willingly opt-in to data collection.

        It’s really that simple.

        • They still sold user data without being upfront about it until caught, and are still running a shady-ass business. They’re at the intersection of crypto, bigotry, and dishonesty.

          Not using or advocating for Brave is pretty simple.

          • They still sold user data without being upfront about it until caught,

            And then they did better, as a business should. It’s all in their FAQ.

            I’m not sure why there has to be a circle jerk of trolls any time someone mentions Brave, but here we are.