About Brave Nightly
Brave Nightly is the preview channel of Brave's browser, published by Brave Software under the package name com.brave.browser_nightly. It is aimed at people who want to try the build that sits ahead of the ordinary release line rather than wait for it to settle. This page describes version 1.99.13, dated 2026-10-05, filed under the communication category.
What the Nightly Label Signals The word nightly tells you this is the testing track rather than the polished, everyday branch. Expect the newest changes to arrive first here, along with the rough edges that come with unfinished work. If you prefer stability over early access, this is probably not the variant you want on your main device.
Package Identity and Version The application identifies itself as com.brave.browser_nightly, which is how it installs alongside any other Brave build instead of replacing it. The current build is 1.99.13, released 2026-10-05, and it comes from Brave Software as the listed developer. Keeping that package name in mind matters when you check what is installed or look for updates later.
Storage and Compatibility The install file weighs 258.6 MB, so plan for that much space to be free before you begin, and more once the app unpacks itself and caches data. This listing does not state a required Android version, so you should confirm compatibility on your own handset before committing the space.
Where It Fits in Communication As a communication entry, the app covers the browsing and messaging-adjacent work that keeps people connected online. Nightly serves users who follow a project closely enough to want its newest ideas in hand, accepting occasional instability in exchange for seeing features before anyone else does.
APK Information
- Version
- 1.99.13
- Size
- 258.6 MB
- File type
- APK
- Updated
- Oct 5, 2026
- Package
- com.brave.browser_nightly
- Developer
- Brave Software
Features
Nightly preview build
Brave Software release
Communication category
Frequently Asked Questions
Which package name does this app install under?
The application installs under the package name com.brave.browser_nightly. Because that identifier differs from other Brave builds, it can exist alongside them rather than overwriting them. Use the exact name when you check installed apps, manage storage, or confirm that the correct variant is present on your device.
What version and release date does this listing show?
The listing shows version 1.99.13, dated 2026-10-05, published by Brave Software. That is the current build described on this page. If you already have the app installed, you can compare your installed build against 1.99.13 to see whether you are running the version documented here.
How much storage should I free up before installing?
The file size is 258.6 MB, so you should have at least that much free space available before starting the install. In practice you will want extra room on top of that figure, since the app unpacks during installation and then accumulates cached data and profile information as you use it.
Which Android versions can run this app?
This listing does not state a required Android version, so there is no confirmed minimum to work from here. Check your device's Android version against the app's own requirements before installing. On the plus side, keeping that figure in mind avoids wasted downloads if your handset turns out not to be supported.
Is this the regular Brave browser or something different?
Brave Nightly is the preview variant from Brave Software, identified by the package com.brave.browser_nightly, rather than the ordinary everyday build. It is filed under the communication category and exists as a separate package, so it functions as its own install and can be used independently of any other Brave version on your device.
