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Falkon

The open source KDE web browser which focuses on privacy, security, and customization.

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Falkon is a KDE web browser built on the QtWebEngine rendering engine, previously known as QupZilla. It provides standard browser functions including bookmarks, history (also available in the sidebar), and tabs, with a built-in AdBlock plugin enabled by default. Privacy and security features are on by default, including a password manager, with additional configuration options for further hardening.

The browser supports theming and offers multiple extensions, and it integrates inside Plasma, following Plasma theming preferences. Recent releases have added or updated features such as AdBlock, VerticalTabs, SiteSettings, and GreaseMonkey, along with stability and Wayland fixes. Falkon is open source, with source code that can be browsed, edited, and shared.

Falkon is aimed at users seeking a lightweight browser across major platforms, including those working within the KDE Plasma desktop. It is developed by KDE as an open source project; no pricing, trial, or edition details are indicated.

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