# Private Browser - Surf Safe — Go incognito & secure online

> Secure and anonymous web browser with proxy and VPN technology. (iPhone/iPad app by KeepSolid Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-surf-safe/id928439050 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [KeepSolid Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/674978021)
- Category: Productivity, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 766 App Store ratings · 319 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 67 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, German (Germany), Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Turkish
- Released: 2014-10-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-surf-safe/id928439050/reviews.md

## What is Private Browser?

* Private Browser for Secure & Anonymous Internet Surfing *
 
If you want to browse the Internet fast on your iPhone and iPad with all advantages of anonymity, security and data protection with proxy technology over VPN servers, download Private Browser.
 
Private Browser - is a revolutionary web surfing solution with unique easy-to-use UI. It uses powerful methods of encryption, ensuring 100% of online security. All of your web activity will be safe and hidden from the prying eyes.
 
Featuring online protection, Private Browser is about secure and anonymous web surfing experience. This application is based on exclusive technology from KeepSolid Inc. Private Browser allows secure online surfing activity and is supported by the use of a variety of encryption methods.
 
There are no other equivalents of the browser available today on the market. It utilizes only secure connection, which greatly contributes to user’s online safety. As a reliable privacy tool, you can select a server in any country from our list and hide your actual location.  
 
Private Browser is the best alternative for Chrome, Mercury, Firefox, Opera.
 
Key Features
 
1. Browser Protection with the use of powerful encryption methods
2. Easy global server selection
3. Local security
4. Individual application access
 
Local Protection
 
1. Pattern Lock
2. Pass Code Availability
3. Password
4. Touch ID
 
Safety
 
1. Choose Your Own Server
2. Anonymous Internet Surfing
3. Fast connection speed
4. Output/Input data encryption
5. Standard mode and improved security mode
6. Clear-all-browsing-data feature
 
Unique Design
 
1. Convenient & fast tab scroll
2. Visible & Hidden IP on a Map 
3. User-Friendly Design 
4. Fast Adapting
 
Tabs
 
1. Open more than 25 tabs simultaneously
2. Basic authorization
3. Google Default Search Engine
 
Bookmarks
 
1. Bookmark menu (iPhone, iPad)
2. Add, move, delete bookmarks and folders
3. Create new bookmark folders

Private Browser is free to download and try for 7 days. We offer 2 auto-renewing subscription options:
- Monthly
- Yearly

- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
- Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase.
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

https://www.keepsolid.com/privacy-policy
https://www.keepsolid.com/eua

## Key features

- Anonymous internet surfing
- Proxy technology over VPN
- Powerful encryption methods
- Global server selection
- Local security (passcode, Touch ID)
- Clear-all-browsing-data feature

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Auto-Renewable Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Auto-Renewable Subscription | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Subscription | $99.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Private Browser?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful features like VPN and content blocking

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🔋 High data and battery usage
- 📉 Unreliable and inconsistent performance
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login issues and account management problems
- Websites not loading properly or SSL connections failing
- Frequent crashes and app shutdowns

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved compatibility with older devices
- Better integration with other security/privacy tools
- Offline browsing capabilities

## Recent user reviews (10 of 319)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-surf-safe/id928439050/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Was a decent app

*2024-04-04, version 3.3*

Was a little buggy but now simply seems abandoned and doesn’t work. Avoid.

### 1/5 — سيئ سيئ👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻

*2024-03-07, version 3.3*

سيئ سيئ👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻

### 1/5 — Private Browser

*2024-02-10, version 3.3*

Well it is definitely private.  Every time I try to open it all I get is it opening and shutting down.  I guess that is as private as it can be!!!

### 5/5 — Oke

*2023-07-05, version 3.3*

Mantab

### 5/5 — Safe and secure

*2022-12-27, version 3.3*

Great app duz what it says thank you guys

### 1/5 — Not private at all

*2022-12-26, version 3.3*

Read their information policy and it states that it collects information that can be used to identify users.

### 1/5 — Serve an update as soon as possible

*2022-11-03, version 3.3*

I bought this application and it has not been updated for a long time. I hope they get to work to improve this application.

### 2/5 — Needs Updating

*2022-07-26, version 3.3*

This app is over two years old and missing some of the security features, enhancements and web standards of the new browsers.

Please update this app.

Also an auto history removal would be great.

### 1/5 — App isn’t allowing me to sign in after purchase

*2022-06-15*

Suddenly the app has stopped working and blocked me out. Every time i try to sign in it buffers for a bit and then says error. I have purchased the app for a month and this problem has happened over night. Please advise

**Developer response:** We need to take a closer look to help. Please, provide more info about the issue you are facing to support@keepsolid.com and we will go from there.

### 1/5 — not working

*2022-03-29, version 3.3*

it's not working at all

## Frequently asked questions about Private Browser

### What does Private Browser do?

Private Browser provides a secure and anonymous way to surf the internet. It uses proxy technology over VPN servers and powerful encryption methods to protect your online activity and hide your location from prying eyes.

### What are the key features of Private Browser?

Key features include anonymous internet surfing, proxy technology over VPN servers, powerful encryption for online security, global server selection to hide your location, and local security options like passcode and Touch ID for individual app access. It also offers a clear-all-browsing-data feature.

### How much does Private Browser cost?

The app is free to download and offers a 7-day free trial. After the trial, it requires a subscription, with monthly and yearly options available. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation.

### What devices is Private Browser compatible with?

The application is designed for use on iPhones and iPads, offering a secure and anonymous browsing experience on these Apple mobile devices.

### What are common use cases for Private Browser?

Common use cases include browsing sensitive information without leaving a trace, accessing geo-restricted content by selecting servers in different countries, and ensuring overall online privacy and security against potential threats.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3 — 2020-06-04

Hey there! Did you miss our updates? We hope you did :) Meet the new version of our application with enhanced performance and improved connection stability. Thanks for using our software :)

### 3.2 — 2020-05-06

- Fixed minor bugs
Update to the latest version to enjoy the enhanced performance!

### 3.1 — 2020-02-25

- Fixed minor bugs
- Simplified subscription plans
Update to the latest version to enjoy the enhanced performance!

### 3.0 — 2020-02-11

- Optimized CPU usage
- Simplified subscription plans
Update to the latest version to enjoy the enhanced performance!

### 2.9 — 2019-02-08

Regularly updating our app, we strive to improve your online experience. 
Meet the new version of Private Browser with bug fixes and enhanced performance. 
Upgrade the app and enjoy our top-notch solution.

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## More apps by KeepSolid Inc.

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All apps by KeepSolid Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/674978021

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