# Anti Browser — Dumb Phone Mode. Digital Detox

> Utility-focused browser for focused iPhone use and digital detox. (iPhone/iPad app by Joseph Casey.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anti-browser/id6755543515 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joseph Casey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697783959)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 2 more
- Released: 2025-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anti-browser/id6755543515/reviews.md

## What is Anti Browser?

Make your iPhone a tool, not a toy.

Standard browsers are designed to keep you online. Anti Browser is designed to get you offline. We removed the search bar, the suggestions, and the infinite scroll so you can reclaim your time.

ZERO SEARCH. ZERO SURF. The rabbit hole is closed.

No Address Bar: You cannot type in a URL.

No Search Engine: Google, Bing, etc are blocked.

No Feed: There is nothing to scroll.

GET IN. GET INFO. GET OUT. Anti Browser restores the internet to its original purpose: pure utility. Access only what you need, when you need it:

QR Codes: Instantly scan menus and tickets.

Direct Links: Open links sent via Messages, Mail, or Calendar.

Reference Tools: Access Wikipedia and AI Summaries for quick answers.

COMPLETE THE "DUMBPHONE" SETUP Anti Browser includes a built-in guide to locking down your iPhone at the system level. We walk you through disabling Safari and the App Store, leaving you with a device that has all the modern conveniences (Maps, Uber, Spotify) but none of the distractions.

Stop scrolling. Start living.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://www.antibrowser.app/privacy

## Key features

- No search bar or suggestions
- No infinite scroll
- QR code scanning
- Direct link opening
- Wikipedia and AI summaries
- Guide to system-level lockdown

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Access | $34.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anti-browser/id6755543515/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Works great

*2026-07-24*

Does exactly what I want it to: let me log-in, open links, but doesn’t let me doom scroll.

### 5/5 — Perfect for minimizing distractions

*2026-07-12*

If you follow the set up steps, it prevents you from doomscrolling on safari and from getting distracted by social media and other apps. At the same time, everything you need from your phone still works. It allows QR code scans, wikipedia, and a local private AI model.

So far it works exactly as intended. I love this app!

### 5/5 — Exactly what I’ve been looking for!

*2026-05-31*

I’ve been bricking my phone to eliminate mindless phone surfing but I still need to use a web browser occasionally for things like QR menu codes and links that my bank sends me. I’ve looked on so many Reddit boards for a solution and randomly found this on the App Store. It’s exactly what I needed and works well. Thank you for making this!

### 5/5 — Just what I was looking for

*2026-03-28*

I don't keep any distracting apps on my phone, but Safari was still a gateway to endless web surfing. Anti Browser is a very thoughtful and well crafted solution to this problem.

## Frequently asked questions about Anti Browser

### What is Anti Browser?

Anti Browser is a utility app designed to make your iPhone a tool, not a toy. It removes common browser distractions like search bars and infinite scrolling to help you get online for information and get offline faster.

### Does Anti Browser have ads?

No, Anti Browser does not contain advertisements. The app focuses on providing a distraction-free experience for its users.

### How much does Anti Browser cost?

Anti Browser is free to download and use. It offers a yearly subscription for $9.99/P1Y for additional features or content.

### What devices does Anti Browser support?

Anti Browser is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for Anti Browser?

Anti Browser has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is intended for mature users.

### How often is Anti Browser updated?

The latest version of Anti Browser is 2.27, and it was last updated on June 3, 2026. This suggests a relatively active development cycle.

### Can I use Anti Browser offline?

While Anti Browser is designed to get you offline, its core functionality requires an internet connection to access web information. However, it facilitates quick access to information when you are online.

### What makes Anti Browser different from a regular browser?

Unlike standard browsers, Anti Browser removes the search bar, suggestions, and infinite scroll. It focuses on utility by allowing access only through QR codes, direct links, and reference tools like Wikipedia.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.37 — 2026-07-24

The QR scanner is more reliable and now handles Wi-Fi, phone, email and login codes it used to reject — and the app shows its correct name everywhere.

### 2.36 — 2026-07-10

Links that open other apps now work reliably, with a quick confirmation before a page switches you out of the browser.

### 2.35 — 2026-07-09

Minor improvements and fixes to keep your browsing fast and reliable.

### 2.34 — 2026-07-07

This update speeds up page loads, smooths out scrolling, and fixes sign-ins, file uploads, and support for more websites.

### 2.33 — 2026-06-29

Generate a random Screen Time passcode you're meant to forget, then unlock it again only by typing out a reflective phrase or waiting for your daily time window.

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All apps by Joseph Casey: https://appshunter.io/developer/1697783959

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-22.*