How to install brave on ubuntu 25.04

Brave is a privacy-focused web browser with built-in ad-blocking, tracker prevention, and crypto wallet features. It is fast, lightweight, and based on Chromium, making it a great alternative to traditional browsers. On Ubuntu 25.04, installing Brave is simple with the official repository.

Step 1: Update System Packages

Keep your system updated to ensure smooth installation:


sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Brave requires curl and gnupg for adding external repositories:

sudo apt install apt-transport-https curl gnupg -y

Step 3: Add Brave Repository

First, import the Brave GPG key:

sudo curl -fsSLo /usr/share/keyrings/brave-browser-archive-keyring.gpg https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/brave-browser-archive-keyring.gpg

Then add the Brave repository to your system:

echo "deb [signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/brave-browser-archive-keyring.gpg] https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/ stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/brave-browser-release.list

echo "deb [signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/brave-browser-archive-keyring.gpg] https://brave-browser-apt-release.s3.brave.com/ stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/brave-browser-release.list

Step 4: Install Brave Browser

Update your package list and install Brave:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install brave-browser -y

Step 5: Launch Brave

You can now start Brave from the application menu or by running:

brave-browser

Brave Browser is now installed on Ubuntu 25.04. With built-in privacy tools and Chromium compatibility, your system is ready for a faster and more secure browsing experience.