# ZenBrowser \| Simple browsing — Browsing, made simple, private

> A private, simple, and ad-free web browser without syncing or advanced features. (iPhone/iPad app by Kubilay Erdogan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenbrowser-simple-browsing/id994432864 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kubilay Erdogan](https://appshunter.io/developer/597280020)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.46/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-06-11
- Data updated: 2026-07-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenbrowser-simple-browsing/id994432864/reviews.md

## What is ZenBrowser | Simple browsing?

Zen Browser is a simple web browser designed for you to "just browse the web".

It does not collect your data, sync your browsing history or open tabs between devices, it doesn't even have tabs, social features, or integrated AI!

Disclaimer: `Zen Browser | Simple browsing` is a standalone mobile app that is not associated with any mobile or desktop browser.

## Key features

- Private browsing
- No data collection
- No history syncing
- No tabs
- Simple interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenbrowser-simple-browsing/id994432864/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Great concept. Failed execution. Try in a year.

*2026-06-28*

Could not find anything resembling tabs. Far short of desktop version.  Expect it to get better as Desktop features included.

**Developer response:** Thank you for downloading `Zen Browser | Simple browsing`. This is a standalone simple web browser developed in 2015 that is not associated with any other desktop or mobile browser.

### 5/5 — Very Fast, VerySimple, Perfect, Don’t Change a Thing

*2026-06-17*

No tabs? GREAT! Please don’t over engineer and make it like everything else.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback and great to hear that you like the concept. Rest assured, the priority of Zen Browser will always be to stay simple and “zen”.

### 5/5 — IOS 18.7.3 iPad keyboard error

*2026-06-10*

I love the concept for this Browser and would be giving it 5 stars if it weren’t for the fact when I open it to type in a new URL, my keyboard doesn’t have a space bar. Zen DOES find the page just fine when I type the URL without spaces,  it it’s annoying. Looking forward to a new update that fixes this problem. Keep up the great work!

Update: 5 stars. Thank you for that important tidbit and simple solution. Who knew a space bar would be so essential?

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback. You can actually change the default keyboad behavior from settings (button with three dots at the top right of the menu overlay). I agree that it's confusing and will make the search-focused keyboard the default in the next version.

### 5/5 — Soheil

*2026-06-01*

Seems like a very good browser. I also paid the $1.99 AD to be removed. However on YouTube cannot increase or unmute the volume, please fix it.

### 5/5 — Much improved

*2025-12-19*

This app has gotten a lot better since I first tried it a year or so ago! With recent changes to other browsers, I felt a need to switch to something simpler and more intentional. 

I can use duckduckgo, it's easy to start a new search and find the controls, and again it does not share strange features other browsers are introducing.

Thanks and keep it up!

**Developer response:** Thank you for using Zen Browser and your feedback, there's a new version with usability improvements, hope you enjoy!

### 5/5 — Some $5's

*2025-09-04*

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### 1/5 — Not what I thought it would be

*2025-06-18*

I don’t think that this could be the same browser as the desktop is.  Syncing through Google? Not something that I would accept.

**Developer response:** Thank you for downloading `Zen Browser | Simple browsing`. This is a standalone simple web browser developed in 2015 that is not associated with any other desktop or mobile browser. We've just launched our new version with the same simplicity and you are welcome to try it out.

### 1/5 — Don’t know why this is here, it’s not ready at all.

*2025-04-09, version 1.1.5*

Don’t bother downloading I’ll change my review when it gets updated.

### 1/5 — Don’t do it

*2025-01-15*

Not the Zen browser you’re hoping for. Hard pass

**Developer response:** Thank you for downloading `Zen Browser | Simple browsing`. This is a standalone simple web browser developed in 2015 that is not associated with any other desktop or mobile browser. We've just launched our new version with the same simplicity and you are welcome to try it out.

### 1/5 — Nothing there!

*2024-09-16, version 1.1.5*

No access to settings, forces Google as homepage, nothing else there, absolute waste of time and money.

## Frequently asked questions about ZenBrowser | Simple browsing

### What is ZenBrowser?

ZenBrowser is a mobile web browser designed for simplicity and privacy. It focuses on core browsing functionality without collecting user data or syncing across devices.

### Does ZenBrowser have ads?

Yes, ZenBrowser contains advertisements. This allows the app to remain free for users to download and use.

### What devices does ZenBrowser support?

ZenBrowser is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for ZenBrowser?

ZenBrowser has an age rating of 17+, indicating it may contain content suitable for mature audiences.

### How often is ZenBrowser updated?

The latest version of ZenBrowser is 2.1, last updated on February 8, 2026. Update frequency can vary based on developer releases.

### Can I sync my browsing history with ZenBrowser?

No, ZenBrowser does not sync your browsing history or open tabs between devices. It is designed as a standalone browsing experience.

### Is ZenBrowser free to use?

ZenBrowser is free to download and use. It does offer in-app purchases, which may provide additional features or remove ads.

### What makes ZenBrowser different from other browsers?

ZenBrowser differentiates itself by intentionally omitting features like tabs, social integrations, and AI, focusing purely on a simple and private browsing experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4 — 2026-06-16

Thank you for using Zen Browser.

This update improves user instructions and customization options.

Stay tuned for more.

### 2.1 — 2026-02-08

Thank you for using the app.

This version contains performance improvements and bug fixes.

### 2.0 — 2025-10-07

Thank you for using `Zen Browser | Simple browsing`.

This update overhauls the UI while adding iOS 26 support and introducing customization for power users. Bonus: Bookmarks and history!

### 1.1.5 — 2022-06-08

Thank you for using ZenBrowser.

This update contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

Stay tuned for more.

### 1.1.4 — 2021-02-10

Thank you for using ZenBrowser.

This update contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

Stay tuned for more.

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All apps by Kubilay Erdogan: https://appshunter.io/developer/597280020

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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 2026-07-29.*