# Epic Privacy Browser (w/ VPN) — AdBlock. Vault. Private. Fast.

> Private web browser with free unlimited VPN, ad blocker, and file vault. (iPhone/iPad app by Hidden Reflex.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epic-privacy-browser-w-vpn/id1502032811 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hidden Reflex](https://appshunter.io/developer/453215073)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.46/5 from 377 App Store ratings · 134 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 11.3 · 59 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian Bokmål, Polish and 7 more
- Released: 2020-04-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epic-privacy-browser-w-vpn/id1502032811/reviews.md

## What is Epic Privacy Browser (w/ VPN)?

Epic, one of the world's best-know privacy browsers, is now available on iOS.  The Epic Mac & PC browsers have been rated excellent by PC Magazine, awarded 5 out of 5 stars by CNET, and reviewed favorably in dozens of publications.  Epic for Windows and Mac are used by millions of users around the world.  

Epic for iOS is free & includes a free, unlimited VPN-for-the-browser and AdBlock (enabled via Privacy Features on the new tab page) & no in-app purchases.   
 
The Epic Privacy Browser includes many protections and mobile-first features for iPhone & iPad users:

•	Built for Speed & Security.

•	Encrypted / Hidden Vault.  Hide any files you download or store to protect your privacy.  

•	AdBlock.  Activate it via Epic's Privacy Features on the new tab page.  Epic was the first browser to block cryptomining scripts.  We now bring that protection to iPhone and iPad users.  Epic's AdBlock blocks ads, trackers, cryptomining scripts, popups and more.

•	Strict No-Logging Encrypted VPN for the browser.  Activate our Browser VPN via Epic's Privacy Features on the new tab page.  It's a free, unlimited VPN for the browser powered by hundreds of servers in seven countries including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Singapore & India.

•	Audio Queue.  On the road?  Going for a run?  Add webpages to Epic's audio queue & Epic will read the articles to you.  Epic is the first-ever web browser to use iOS text-to-speech support for this accessibility feature.

•	Fingerprinting Protection.  Epic blocks multiple fingerprinting techniques used by trackers and data collectors.

•	Encrypted Connection Preference / HTTPS Everywhere Support.  Epic tries to connect to websites using an encrypted connection whenever possible. 

•	Always-On Private / Incognito Browsing.  No browsing history.

•	Easy Menu-based "Close All Tabs & Delete Data" Option.

•	Granular, Site-Based Privacy Settings Controls.  If a site isn't working, you can disable ad & tracker blocking (if you've enabled AdBlock) as well as other privacy protections.  

•	Tracker Count. See how many trackers are blocked in your browsing sessions when AdBlock is enabled (typically thousands!).

•	Bookmark Support.

•	Password Saving Support. Optional for sites of your choice.

•	Reader Mode Button. Convert pages to text-only for easy reading.

•	Built-in Video Downloader.  Download videos from many websites.

•	Customized Dials on the New Tab Page.  Set each dial on Epic's new tab page to one of your choice.  No browsing history to report on your "most visited sites".

•	Print and Save to PDF Supported. 

•	Request Desktop Site Supported. 

Try Epic.  We think you'll love the faster, more private and convenient "Epic" browsing experience.

Epic has historically been one of the few browsers if not the only browser to offer both security and comprehensive privacy out-of-the-box.  Many other so-called privacy browsers often don't have an encrypted VPN built-in or use the TOR network which should be considered insecure as many nodes are run by hackers and other malicious hosts.  To configure other browsers for privacy often requires many, untrustworthy extensions and multiple, complicated settings pages--all of which won't achieve the level of privacy to which Epic has been engineered.

We're proud to protect the privacy of iPhone and iPad users online.  

SUPPORT:

Please visit our forums at forums.epicbrowser.com

We've always been transparent about how Epic works so please feel free to email our Founder & CEO directly at alok at hiddenreflex dot com for help, to share your thoughts or ask any other question.

Alok is a privacy enthusiast who's spoken at TEDx on how privacy is essential to freedom.  To understand our commitment to privacy, please watch his talk at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJCH0HUhdWU

## Key features

- Free unlimited VPN for browser
- AdBlock and tracker blocking
- Encrypted file vault
- Audio queue for articles
- Fingerprinting protection
- Always-on private browsing
- Built-in video downloader

## What do users think of Epic Privacy Browser (w/ VPN)?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Excellent privacy and security features
- 👍 Simple and clean user interface
- 💡 Innovative privacy-focused approach

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔌 VPN and ad-blocker not always reliable
- 📱 Limited functionality compared to desktop version
- 🔍 Lack of customization options

**Commonly reported bugs**

- VPN not working consistently
- Crashes when deleting browsing data
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Bookmark/sync functionality
- Integration with other privacy-focused services
- Improved search engine options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 134)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epic-privacy-browser-w-vpn/id1502032811/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Was good

*2026-07-07, version 1.2*

Was good when build in VPN was IOS compatible. Starting with IOS 26, VPN is no more and now it is just another browser. 
Seller has to take down VPN suffix from Apple Store  as false advertising.

### 3/5 — Good but needs updating

*2026-07-01, version 1.2*

Please update it so ‘good’ becomes ‘great’ instead. Causes some webpages to break and the unchangeable search engines options aren’t ideal.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2026-04-29, version 1.2*

At all

### 2/5 — Not very user friendly

*2026-01-23, version 1.2*

Can’t select it as default browser, can’t import bookmarks, charges to 
use epic as your search engine.  Many other browsers out there that are similar but more user friendly

### 1/5 — VPN

*2025-12-10, version 1.2*

Doesn’t work

### 1/5 — Not an up to date browser

*2025-09-24, version 1.2*

Text mode doesn’t work. Cannot change font size. No updates. Seems like old original version. No effort to make it popular. As an Indian I want to use it and ask others to use it.

### 5/5 — An outstanding browser!

*2025-06-24, version 1.2*

Simple and very secure.  Try it for yourself!

### 5/5 — WURXXXX !

*2025-03-31, version 1.2*

WURXXXX !

### 5/5 — Excellent privacy

*2025-03-09, version 1.2*

A worthwhile browser that keeps you secure

### 3/5 — Language

*2025-03-08, version 1.2*

Compliqué a comprendre mais la pertinence de mon ivresse m’aide pas….

## Frequently asked questions about Epic Privacy Browser (w/ VPN)

### What does the Epic Privacy Browser do?

This app offers a secure and private web browsing experience. It includes a free, unlimited VPN for the browser, an ad blocker to remove ads and trackers, and an encrypted vault to hide downloaded files. It aims to provide a faster and more private internet experience.

### What are the key privacy features?

Key privacy features include a strict no-logging encrypted VPN, AdBlock that blocks ads, trackers, and cryptomining scripts, fingerprinting protection, and always-on private/incognito browsing with no browsing history. It also offers an easy option to close all tabs and delete data.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to use. It includes a free, unlimited VPN for the browser and does not have any in-app purchases. The AdBlock functionality is also included and can be enabled via the privacy features.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is available for iOS devices, specifically designed for iPhone and iPad users. It brings the privacy and security features previously available on its Mac and PC counterparts to the mobile platform.

### What are some common use cases for this browser?

Common use cases include browsing the internet without being tracked by advertisers, accessing geo-restricted content with the VPN, protecting sensitive files in the encrypted vault, and enjoying articles read aloud with the audio queue feature. It's ideal for users who prioritize privacy and security online.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2020-05-21

VPN connection issues on some devices fixed.

### 1.1 — 2020-04-09

There are no changes to the browser itself.  We have updated the app information, app screenshots and the app description.

### 1.0 — 2020-04-07

No release notes.

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