How to Use Brave Browser Rewards

Tap each step to follow along in order.

  1. Install the Brave browser

    Download and install Brave from its official website.

  2. Turn on Brave Rewards

    Open the browser settings and turn on "Brave Rewards" to activate it.

  3. Opt in to Brave Ads

    If you agree, you can view Brave's privacy-preserving ads and earn tokens (BAT) for viewing them.

  4. Tip creators you like

    Use the tokens you've earned to send tips to creators on sites or YouTube channels you visit.

  5. Why is this useful?

    You get a browser that blocks ads and trackers by default, while still having the option to view privacy-respecting ads and earn a small reward if you want to.

A browser that blocks ads, with an optional reward

Brave blocks ads and trackers by default, but if you choose to, you can view privacy-preserving ads and earn a small token reward for your attention instead of having it collected for free.

Where the tokens actually go

Beyond tipping creators, some people also set aside a share of tokens to auto-contribute to sites they visit often, which is a way to support the content you use without ever handing over a credit card.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I convert the tokens I earn into cash?

Some exchanges support converting BAT to cash, but availability varies by country, region, and platform -- check your local rules before treating it as real income. This is general information, not financial advice.

Do I have to view ads to use Brave?

Viewing ads is entirely optional, and turning it off doesn't affect the browser's built-in ad-blocking, which stays on either way.