Floorp

Open source alternative to Brave Browser, Island Enterprise Browser, Chrome Enterprise Premium and Avast Secure Browser PRO

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MPL-2.0
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Last verified Oct 20, 2026

Run a Firefox-based browser with stronger privacy controls, deep interface customization, and desktop workflows that do not depend on Chromium.

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Read the full breakdownWho it is for, how it works, trade-offs and the FAQ

who it's for

Who Floorp is for#

Power users customizing their browser

Floorp fits users who want a Firefox-based browser with a different product direction and customization surface.

Skip if:

Skip if your workplace requires Chrome or Edge management policies.

Privacy-minded users avoiding Chromium dominance

Use it when staying outside Chromium is part of the browser choice.

Skip if:

Skip if you need the largest extension QA surface and vendor support ecosystem.

the problem

The problem it solves#

Mainstream browsers increasingly tie browsing to vendor accounts, advertising ecosystems, and product choices users cannot change. Privacy-minded users and developers often want Firefox compatibility, extension support, and more control over interface and behavior without moving to a closed browser.

how Floorp solves it

How it solves it#

Firefox-based browser

Floorp is built on Mozilla Firefox, giving it a familiar web engine foundation and compatibility profile.

Desktop operating system support

The README describes support for Windows, macOS, and Linux, with installers or archive-based installation.

Privacy and open-web positioning

The project explicitly frames Floorp around keeping the open, private, and sustainable web alive.

strengths · trade-offs

Strengths and trade-offs#

Strengths

Alternative within the Firefox ecosystemFloorp gives users another Firefox-based choice without moving to Chromium.
MPL-2.0 licenseThe MPL-2.0 license aligns with the Mozilla ecosystem and allows source inspection under file-level copyleft terms.

Trade-offs

-Smaller browser project than Firefox or ChromeA smaller browser may lag the largest vendors in enterprise policy, support, or release operations. Test compatibility before organization-wide rollout.

versus alternatives

Floorp vs alternatives#

Floorp vs Chrome

Floorp is the better choice when a user wants a Firefox-based open source browser with stronger customization and less dependence on the Chromium ecosystem. Chrome is still better when organization policy, Google account integration, and vendor support are the deciding factors.

tech stack · detected from GitHub

What it's built on#

Languages: JavaScriptObjective-C++PythonTypeScript
Frameworks: React

frequently asked

FAQ#

What is Floorp based on?

Floorp is based on Mozilla Firefox.

Is Floorp open source?

Yes. Floorp is an open source browser, and the repository reports MPL-2.0 licensing.

Can Floorp replace Chrome?

Floorp can replace Chrome for many daily browsing workflows, especially if you prefer Firefox-based browsers. Chrome may still fit organizations that depend on Google account and policy integration.

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