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Orion Browser

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What it is

Orion Browser is a WebKit-based browser made by Kagi, with built-in ad and tracker blocking, advanced tracking protection, and advanced fingerprint protection. It supports Chrome Store extensions and cross-device syncing, and includes 20 curated extensions described as guaranteed to work. Orion integrates Kagi services for search, translation, and browsing. The browser is free; Orion+ adds custom icons, browser borders, a community tag, and beta access. The listed Orion+ monthly plan costs $50 a month, and the lifetime option costs $150, paid once. Sales tax applies, and some add-ons may cost extra. The monthly subscription renews automatically, with a reminder email beforehand; subscribers can cancel or change their billing method at any time. Orion describes its browsing as zero-telemetry, without AI data collection or hidden surveillance, and says it has no ads or third-party deals. The iOS and iPadOS version is described as trusted by 4 million users. Linux is in beta, while the Windows version is in alpha development and coming soon.

Spec sheet

Supported platforms
bothRead 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Free plan
YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Paid from
5Read 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Headquarters
Palo Alto, California, United StatesRead 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Founded
2018Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Ad blocking
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Add-on Costs
Some add-ons may cost extra even with Orion+.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Auto Renewal
Subscriptions renew automatically, with a reminder email before renewal.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Billing Changes
Subscribers can cancel and change their billing method at any time.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Browser engine
webkitRead 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Built-in ad blocking
YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Company
Orion is made by Kagi.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Cross-device sync
YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Curated Extensions
Orion includes 20 guaranteed-working curated extensions.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Extension support
chrome_storeRead 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Extension Support
Orion supports Safari, Chrome, and Firefox extensions.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Fingerprint protection
advancedRead 19 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Free Browser
The Orion browser is free for everyone.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Funding Model
Orion is funded by users and says it has no ads or third-party deals.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Kagi Integration
Kagi services for search, translation, and browsing are integrated into Orion.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Linux Status
The Linux version is currently in beta.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Membership Benefits
Orion+ includes custom icons, browser borders, a community tag, and beta access.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Mobile Users
The iOS and iPadOS version is trusted by 4 million users.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Open source
NoRead 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Privacy Model
Orion provides zero-telemetry browsing with no AI data collection or hidden surveillance.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Support Channels
Support includes feedback and bug reports, community help, and release notes.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Supported Platforms
Orion is available for macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Linux, and Windows.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Tracker blocking
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Tracking protection
advancedRead 21 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Windows Status
The Windows version is an alpha in active development and coming soon.Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com

Plans and prices

Orion+ monthly $50 a month Subscription automatically renews; sales tax extra Orion+ subscription · Optional add-ons may cost extra · Automatically renews Sales tax applies; subscription renews automatically and some add-ons may cost extra. Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com
Orion+ lifetime $150, paid once Sales tax extra Lifetime Orion+ access · Optional add-ons may cost extra Sales tax applies; use Orion+ forever and some add-ons may cost extra. Read 28 Sep 2026 · orionbrowser.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free browser with built-in ad and tracker blocking.
  • Supports Chrome Store extensions and device syncing.
  • Includes 20 curated extensions.
  • Integrates Kagi search, translation, and browsing.

Limits

  • Windows version remains in alpha development.
  • Linux version is currently in beta.
  • Orion+ subscriptions renew automatically.
  • Sales tax applies; add-ons may cost extra.

Who it suits

Orion suits readers looking for a free browser with built-in blocking, privacy protections, and Chrome Store extension support. Its current platform status matters to anyone considering Linux or Windows.

Verdict

Orion combines WebKit browsing with built-in protections, extension support, and Kagi services. Check platform availability and Orion+ billing terms if you plan to pay.

Where Specifiction places it

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