# VanBrowser: Private Browser — The web browser with no AI.

> Fast, private, native Apple web browser with no AI and advanced inspection tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Vertolini.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vanbrowser-private-browser/id6775986438 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vertolini](https://appshunter.io/developer/1802404097)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: British English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish, Ukrainian
- Released: 2026-06-14
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vanbrowser-private-browser/id6775986438/reviews.md

## What is VanBrowser?

Fast, private, and built natively for Mac, iPhone, and iPad, VanBrowser puts you in control of your browsing experience instead of collecting data about it.

Many browsers racing to add AI assistants, cloud services, and increasingly complicated and hidden interfaces. VanBrowser takes a different approach. It is a browser first, designed to help you browse the web with more transparency.

NO AI. NONE.

VanBrowser includes no AI features. No chatbot. No page summaries. No assistant watching what you browse. No prompts asking you to generate content.

What you do in VanBrowser never becomes training data for us because we don't collect it in the first place.  We don't collect data:  You're not the product.  Instead of monetizing your browsing activity, we rely on Pro subscriptions and optional tips to support continued development.

SEE WHAT THE WEB IS DOING

Most browsers hide what happens behind the scenes. VanBrowser puts that information in front of you.

A live status bar shows page load times, transferred data, and resource counts as pages load. Open the Cookies, Network, and Page Info panels to inspect what a site sets, requests, and loads. Advanced users can also send and inspect raw web requests directly.

PERSONAS: SEPARATE YOUR ONLINE IDENTITIES

Keep work and personal accounts separate without juggling multiple browsers.

Personas provide isolated browsing environments with their own cookies and device identities, making it easy to:

• Stay logged into multiple accounts at the same time
• Keep work and personal browsing separate
• Open websites as a clean device
• Automatically send specific websites to the correct Persona

PRIVACY BY DEFAULT

VanBrowser blocks many trackers and ads using maintained blocklists and is designed to give you greater control over your browsing data.

History, bookmarks, passwords, and settings are stored locally on your Mac by default. If you use multiple devices, you can optionally enable iCloud sync to share supported data through your own iCloud account.

VanBrowser is designed to minimize the collection of user data. We do not operate a cloud service for storing your browsing history, bookmarks, passwords, or synced data.

BUILT NATIVELY FOR MAC, IPHONE, AND IPAD

VanBrowser is designed specifically for macOS, iPhone, and iPad and feels at home here.

Features include:

• Tabbed browsing
• Bookmarks and bookmarks bar
• History and downloads
• Reader View
• Find in Page
• Zoom controls
• Built-in password vault
• Built-in payment card vault
• Per-site controls
• Accessibility-focused design

ACCESSIBILITY FIRST

VanBrowser includes support for VoiceOver, Voice Control, and accessibility-focused customization throughout the app.

FREE AND PRO

VanBrowser is free to use.

Upgrade to Pro to unlock iCloud sync, additional Personas, and other advanced features. 

A browser should work for you, not advertisers, data brokers, or AI companies.

VanBrowser is a browser. That's the point.

Terms of Use (EULA):
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- No AI features
- Advanced web inspection tools
- Persona-based identity separation
- Tracker and ad blocking
- Local data storage
- Optional iCloud sync
- Native Apple device design

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VanBrowser (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| VanBrowser Pro (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VanBrowser Pro (Lifetime) | $49.99 | one-time |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $6.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $12.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vanbrowser-private-browser/id6775986438/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Total Yes

*2026-08-06*

This app rocks. Keep it up team

### 5/5 — It’s a browser

*2026-06-28*

I've switched to VanBrowser as my main browser on my Mac and have been really happy with it.
What sold me is that it doesn't try to shove AI into everything. I just wanted a browser that loads pages quickly, blocks ads, and stays out of my way. That's exactly what this does.
It feels fast, uses less junk than some of the bigger browsers, and I like that it's focused on browsing instead of trying to be an operating system.

## Frequently asked questions about VanBrowser

### Does VanBrowser have ads?

No, VanBrowser does not contain advertisements. The app is supported by optional tips and Pro subscriptions for continued development.

### What devices does VanBrowser support?

VanBrowser is built natively for Mac, iPhone, and iPad, ensuring a seamless experience across your Apple ecosystem.

### How does VanBrowser handle user data privacy?

VanBrowser is designed to minimize data collection. History, bookmarks, and passwords are stored locally by default, and user activity is not used for training data.

### What are 'Personas' in VanBrowser?

Personas allow you to create separate browsing environments with their own cookies and device identities, enabling you to stay logged into multiple accounts or keep work and personal browsing distinct.

### What is the difference between the free and Pro versions of VanBrowser?

The free version of VanBrowser offers core browsing functionalities. The Pro subscription unlocks advanced features like iCloud sync, additional Personas, and other enhanced capabilities.

### How often is VanBrowser updated?

VanBrowser was last updated on July 6, 2026, with version 5.1.64. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and maintenance.

### Can I sync my data across devices with VanBrowser?

Yes, VanBrowser offers optional iCloud sync for supported data, allowing you to share your history, bookmarks, and settings across your Mac, iPhone, and iPad if you choose to enable it.

### What is the age rating for VanBrowser?

VanBrowser has an age rating of 17+, suggesting it may contain content or features suitable for mature audiences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.1.92 — 2026-08-26

New Private Window Handling controls let you opt in to sharing specific choices. Settings search and Persona folders are also improved.

### 5.1.91 — 2026-08-25

Organize Personas in synced folders. This release also improves opt-in iCloud Sync resuming and bookmark conflict handling, saves Mac settings automatically, and makes search history and legacy sign-in pop-ups more reliable.

### 5.1.89 — 2026-08-21

Increase address bar search reliability with certain search engines.

### 5.1.88 — 2026-08-18

Compatibility Mode is now limited to the website you approved.

### 5.1.87 — 2026-08-15

Enhanced blocking and filtering controls: customize ad blocking and hide specific page elements.

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