Brave Leo

Brave Leo is an AI assistant built right into the Brave browser. You open it from the sidebar or address bar — no separate app, no account, no login. It summarizes web pages, articles, PDFs, and videos, answers questions, translates text, and helps with writing and code. Brave says conversations are never recorded or used for training, and chat history stays on your device. You can pick from several AI models, including Claude, Llama, and Qwen. Leo Premium adds higher limits and more models for a monthly fee.

Key Features

Built Into Brave

Lives in the browser sidebar and address bar. You use it while reading a page, with no extra tab or download.

No Account Needed

Works without signing up or logging in. You open Leo and start asking questions right away.

Private by Design

Brave says chats are never recorded or used for training. Conversation history is stored on your device, not their servers.

Summarizes Anything

Ask for a summary of the page you are reading, a PDF, or a video. Leo reads the content and gives you the key points.

Multiple AI Models

Choose the model that fits the task: Claude, Llama, Qwen, and others. Brave hosts them on its own infrastructure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Brave Leo?

Leo is an AI assistant built into the Brave browser. It lives in the sidebar and answers questions, summarizes pages, translates, and helps with writing and code.

Do I need an account to use Leo?

No. Leo works without any sign-up or login. You just open Brave and start chatting.

Does Brave train its AI on my chats?

No. Brave says conversations are never recorded or used for training, and your chat history stays on your own device.

What models does Leo use?

Several, including models from Anthropic's Claude family, Meta's Llama, and Qwen. You can pick a model yourself or let Leo choose.

How is Leo different from ChatGPT?

Leo lives inside your browser, so it can read the page you are viewing. It needs no account and is built around privacy, not data collection.

Can Leo read PDFs and videos?

Yes. Point Leo at a PDF or video page and ask for a summary or answers about its content.

Conclusion

Brave Leo is the privacy-first way to use AI while you browse. No account, no data retention, and page-aware help make it a natural fit for Brave users. The free tier covers everyday questions. If you already use Brave, Leo is one click away and worth trying. It turns your browser from a window into a research partner.