Samsung Browser
Samsung Browser is made and published by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedHugely popular- Rating on Google Play
- 3.53
- 5,611,612 ratings
- Installs
- 4 billion
- Last updated
- August 24, 2025
- Ads
- No ads
- Size
- N/A
Samsung Browser is one of the most installed apps on Google Play, with 4 billion installs. Users are divided: 3.5 stars from 5,611,612 ratings. Its best ranking is #20 in Top Free, Communication in Iran.
Summary
Samsung Browser delivers a secure, private, and optimized web experience with built-in privacy tools like Secret mode, Smart Anti-Tracking, and Protected Browsing, plus user-friendly features such as Dark Mode and Translator extensions. It holds notable regional rankings in Communications (Iran #25, Korea #25, Finland #32), underscoring a strong global footprint.
Pros & Cons
- Privacy-first design with Smart Anti-Tracking, Protected Browsing and Secret mode
- Supports Translator extensions to enhance browsing versatility
- Cross-device reach including Wear OS via Galaxy Watch tiles and complications
- No required permissions, with optional permissions only enabling features as needed
- Marketing data emphasizes speed and free features in competitors, but such emphasis is not present in this app's data
- Data does not explicitly highlight fast performance in marketing text
- Some advanced features rely on optional permissions, which may affect capabilities if not granted
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayComments on Samsung Browser for Android
Google Play Rating history and histogram
Store listing
By Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., from Google Play“The secure, private and optimized mobile web browser from Samsung”
Description by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Samsung Browser with tiles and complication feature is available on Galaxy Watch devices that support Wear OS (※ Galaxy Watch 4 series and models released later)
■ New Features for you
* Supports “Smart Shopping”, which recommends coupons from specific shopping sites (※ Availability may vary by country)
Usable coupons are provided when you access shopping sites, and some sites automatically apply the best coupon during the checkout process.
* Supports a “Manage windows” menu that makes it easy to manage multiple browser windows
The “Manage windows” menu in tab manager lets you view and easily manage browser windows at a glance.
■ Security & Privacy
Samsung Browser helps you protect your security and privacy while browsing the Internet.
* Smart Anti-Tracking
Intelligently identify domains which have cross-site tracking ability and block storage (cookie) access.
* Protected Browsing
We will warn you before you can view known malicious sites to prevent you from visiting web sites which may try to steal your data.
* Content Blockers
Samsung Browser for Android allows 3rd party apps to provide filters for content blocking, making browsing safer and more streamlined.
The following permissions are required for the app service.
For optional permissions, the default functionality of the service is turned on, but not allowed.
[Required permissions]
none
[Optional permissions]
Location: Used to provide location-based content requested by the user or location information requested by the webpage in use
Camera: Used to provide webpage shooting function and QR code shooting function
Microphone: Used to provide recording function on webpage
Phone: (Android 11) Requires access permission to check the mobile phone information in order to provide country-specific feature optimization
Nearby devices: (Android 12 or higher) To find and connect to nearby Bluetooth devices when requested by the website
Music and audio: (Android 13 or higher) To upload audio files on webpages
Photos and videos: (Android 13 or higher) To upload photos and videos on webpages
Files and media: (Android 12) To upload files stored in storage spaces on webpages
Storage: (Android 11 or lower) To upload files stored in storage spaces on webpages
Notifications: (Android 13 or higher) To display the download progress and website notifications
[Wear OS Optional permissions]
Location: Used to provide location-based content requested by the user or location information requested by the webpage in use
Microphone: Used to provide recording function on webpage
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 50
- App size
- N/A
- Needs Android
- 11+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Samsung Browser
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Launched
- August 2015
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Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 17 million
- Per day
- 570 thousand
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 1+ billion
- Launched
- August 2015
Installs over time
Samsung Browser has been installed 4 billion times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 570 thousand installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #20
- Chart
- Top Free
- Communication
- Country
- Iran
Google Play Rankings for Samsung Browser
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | Germany | Communication | Top Free |
| 20 | Iran | Communication | Top Free |
| 49 | France | Communication | Top Free |
| 26 | Finland | Communication | Top Free |
| 26 | South Korea | Communication | Top Free |
| 28 | Czech Republic | Communication | Top Free |
| 61 | Japan | Communication | Top Free |
| 31 | Denmark | Communication | Top Free |
| 31 | Sweden | Communication | Top Free |
| 64 | Canada | Communication | Top Free |
Ranking history in Germany
About the app and developer
About Samsung Browser
Samsung Browser is a communication app developed by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
How many times has Samsung Browser been installed?
Samsung Browser has been installed 4 billion times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 17 million times. It is ranked in the top 100 communication apps.
What is the rating of Samsung Browser?
Samsung Browser is rated 3.53 out of 5 stars, based on 5.6 million ratings.
Is Samsung Browser free?
Samsung Browser is free. The last update was on August 24, 2025.
What are the requirements for Samsung Browser?
Samsung Browser requires Android 11+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since August 2015.
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