WebRTC is a browser feature that helps with video calls and screen sharing - but it can also leak your real IP address, even if you’re connected to a VPN.
If you want to understand how this happens and why it matters, check out our full guide:
What Is a WebRTC Leak – And How Can You Check for It?
If you’re using Brave, there’s a simple setting you can change to reduce the risk of leaks.
How to block WebRTC in Brave
Brave doesn’t let you fully disable WebRTC like Firefox does - but you can reduce leaks by adjusting its fingerprinting protection.
Quick steps:
- Open Brave Settings
- Go to Shields → Fingerprinting protection
- Set it to Strict
This helps block WebRTC from revealing your IP in most situations.
Not sure if you’re leaking?
Go to our homepage - it shows:
- Your IP address
- Your country
- Whether your browser is leaking via WebRTC
No setup needed. It runs automatically.
Related guides
- What Is a WebRTC Leak – And How Can You Check for It?
- Disable WebRTC in Firefox
- Block WebRTC in Chrome or Edge
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