When Omni reached out, they had a bold idea: “We want our own browser — something fast, private, crypto-ready and intelligent. And we want it on desktop and mobile.” They didn’t want to reinvent the wheel, but they did want something that felt truly theirs.
Overview
We took Brave’s open-source core, known for its privacy-first approach, and built the Omni Browser on top of it. The result is a fully branded browser that blends privacy, crypto and AI into one everyday tool, available on Windows, macOS, Android and iOS.
The Challenge
Omni needed more than a reskinned browser. The product had to:
Feel uniquely Omni, not just “Brave with a new logo”
Keep Brave’s strong privacy base while adding Omni’s own tools
Bring crypto and AI features in natively, without plugins or extra apps
Look and feel consistent across four platforms
Stay easy to update as the Brave and Chromium codebases move forward
Our Approach
Redesigning the experience
We started by redesigning the browser experience from the ground up. A clean UI, a custom homepage with real-time widgets for crypto prices, news and weather, and direct access to Omni’s ecosystem, so users get what they need the moment they open a tab.
Building native features
Instead of relying on extensions, we built Omni’s key features directly into the browser. That keeps them fast, secure and always available, with no setup needed from the user.
Privacy first
On top of Brave’s existing protections, we layered in extra privacy tools tailored to Omni’s audience, giving users more control over their browsing without making things complicated.
Cross-platform delivery
We built and optimized the browser for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS, making sure it felt native on each platform while keeping the same look and features everywhere.
Maintainable codebase
Custom changes were kept clean and separate from the upstream core, so new Brave and Chromium updates can be merged without breaking Omni’s features.
Key Features
Built-in VPN – users can browse safely without extra apps or extensions. One tap and they’re protected
Crypto Wallet – a secure, non-custodial wallet right inside the browser. No plugins, no headaches
AI Search Toggle – a simple switch to flip between regular search and AI-powered search
Custom Homepage – real-time widgets for crypto prices, news and weather, plus quick access to Omni’s ecosystem
Extra Privacy Tools – added controls on top of Brave’s privacy-first base
Full Cross-Platform Support – Windows, macOS, Android and iOS
Tech Stack
Brave / Chromium (C++), JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, native Android and iOS tooling, and Brave’s build system.
Results
A fully branded Omni browser live on desktop and mobile
VPN, crypto wallet and AI search built in natively, no extensions needed
Consistent, native-feeling experience across four platforms
A clean codebase that stays in step with upstream Brave updates
The Outcome
This project was more than building a browser. It was about crafting a product that matches a clear vision: privacy, crypto and AI in one seamless everyday tool. The Omni Browser is now a core part of Omni’s ecosystem, and we’re proud to have brought it to life across platforms.
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Posted Jul 18, 2025
Developed Omni Browser, a custom Brave-based browser with privacy, crypto, and AI features.
(Omni Browser – Custom Brave-Based Browser Development)