Brave Rewards setup: Step-by-step guide.

Introduction to Brave Rewards

Brave Rewards is a built-in feature of the Brave browser that allows users to earn Basic Attention Tokens (BAT) by viewing privacy-respecting ads. At the same time, users can support their favorite websites and creators with automatic contributions or one-time tips. This step-by-step guide walks you through the complete setup and management of Brave Rewards.

Prerequisites

Supported Platforms

• Windows, macOS, Linux (Desktop)
• Android, iOS (Mobile)

Browser Version

Ensure you have the latest stable release of Brave. Update from the official site or your device’s app store.

Step 1: Enabling Brave Rewards

Open Brave Settings

Launch Brave and click the menu icon (three horizontal lines or dots) in the top-right corner. Select Settings.

Navigate to Rewards

In the Settings sidebar, click on Brave Rewards. This page displays your current Rewards status and options.

Turn On Rewards

1. Toggle the switch next to Brave Rewards to the on position.
2. Review the introductory pop-up, then click Got It.
3. Brave will now show a message: “Congratulations! Your browser is now participating in Brave Rewards.”

Step 2: Funding Your Brave Wallet

Your Brave Wallet collects earned BAT. It can optionally be funded by you to tip sites or creators.

Automatic Contributions

By default, Brave allocates a monthly BAT budget to distribute automatically to the most visited sites.

• Adjust the monthly budget slider under Auto-Contribute.
• Click Edit to exclude or add certain sites.

One-Time Deposit

1. Under Brave Wallet, click Deposit Funds.
2. Select a deposit method: card, crypto, or external transfer.
3. Enter the amount of BAT you wish to add.
4. Confirm the transaction. Funds appear instantly or after blockchain confirmation.

Step 3: Configuring Ads

Brave Ads are the mechanism by which you earn BAT. They respect privacy and show only opt-in notifications.

• Ads per hour: Choose between 1–5 notifications.
• View Ad Details: Toggle to see more information about each ad.
• Regional Settings: Set your region for more relevant ads.

Step 4: Tipping and Supporting Creators

One-Time Tip

1. Visit a verified site or creator page.
2. Click the BAT icon in the address bar.
3. Enter the tip amount in BAT and click Send Tip.

Monthly Auto-Contribute

Brave calculates your monthly visits and distributes your set budget proportionally.

• Review the contribution breakdown under Auto-Contribute.
• Exclude any site by clicking the trash icon next to its name.

Step 5: Verifying and Withdrawing BAT

To unlock full withdrawal functionality, you must verify your Brave Wallet with a custodial partner.

Desktop Verification

1. In Brave Rewards, click Verify Wallet.
2. Select a partner: Uphold or Gemini.
3. Complete the KYC process: provide ID, selfie, and personal details.
4. Once verified, your wallet address is linked and you can withdraw or auto-transfer BAT.

Mobile Verification

1. Open Brave on your mobile device and go to Settings gt Brave Rewards.
2. Tap Verify Wallet and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Use the camera to capture ID documents and submit.

Step 6: Withdraw and Manage Your BAT

After verification, you can move BAT to external wallets or exchange them.

Troubleshooting Tips

• No Ads Showing: Verify your region and ensure you haven’t exceeded your hourly cap.
• Wallet Not Syncing: Restart Brave or clear cache in Settings gt Privacy Security.
• Verification Issues: Check that your ID photos are clear and all fields are correctly filled.

Conclusion

Setting up Brave Rewards is straightforward and empowers you to earn, save, and support the open web. By following these steps—enabling Rewards, funding your wallet, customizing ads, tipping creators, and verifying your wallet—you maximize the benefits of a privacy-first browser. Enjoy earning BAT while browsing!