Surfshark: Secure VPN service
Surfshark: Secure VPN service is made and published by Surfshark B.V. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Surfshark B.V. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Surfshark B.V. and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedPopularLoved by usersTop 10- Total installs
- 28 million
- Best rank
- #4
- Top Grossing, United Kingdom
- Rating on Google Play
- 4.64
- 280,328 ratings
- Last updated
- October 26, 2026
Surfshark: Secure VPN service is popular, with 28 million installs. Users love it: 4.6 stars from 280,328 ratings. Its best ranking is #4 in Top Grossing, Tools in United Kingdom.
Summary
Surfshark is a secure VPN and online security app that protects your internet connection, blocks ads and trackers, and unblocks content across devices. One subscription covers unlimited devices on a global server network (4,500+ servers in 100+ locations), and it holds strong rankings in GB (#3), PL (#7), and CA (#8) within the TOOLS category. Total downloads exceed 10,000,000+, with 550K in the last 30 days.
Pros & Cons
- Unlimited devices on one plan
- Large, global server network (4,500+ servers in 100+ locations)
- Built-in ad blocker for faster browsing and fewer trackers
- One-tap connect with auto-connect for seamless protection
- Requires broad permissions (including location and other sensitive data) typical of VPN apps; users should review privacy prompts and policy.
Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 550 thousand
- Per day
- 18 thousand
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 10+ million
- Launched
- July 2018
Installs over time
Surfshark: Secure VPN service has been installed 28 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 18 thousand installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #4
- Chart
- Top Grossing
- Tools
- Country
- United Kingdom
Google Play Rankings for Surfshark: Secure VPN service
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | United Kingdom | Tools | Top Grossing |
| 58 | United Kingdom | Overall | Top Grossing |
| 12 | Canada | Tools | Top Grossing |
| 18 | United States | Tools | Top Grossing |
| 13 | France | Tools | Top Grossing |
| 25 | United Kingdom | Tools | Top Free |
| 175 | Canada | Overall | Top Grossing |
| 10 | Australia | Tools | Top Grossing |
| 10 | Spain | Tools | Top Grossing |
| 10 | Italy | Tools | Top Grossing |
Ranking history in United Kingdom
Competitors
Similar apps and more from Surfshark B.V.Alternatives to Surfshark: Secure VPN service
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 3.37.1
- Launched
- July 2018
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayGoogle Play Rating history and histogram
Comments on Surfshark: Secure VPN service for Android
Technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 52
- App size
- 57.9 MB
- Needs Android
- 7.0+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Surfshark: Secure VPN service
About the app and developer
About Surfshark: Secure VPN service
Surfshark: Secure VPN service is a tools app developed by Surfshark B.V.
Install Statistics
Surfshark: Secure VPN service has been installed 28 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 550 thousand times. It is ranked #4 in tools.
User Ratings
Surfshark: Secure VPN service is rated 4.64 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 280 thousand ratings.
App Information
Surfshark: Secure VPN service is freely available from Google Play. The app size is 57.93 MB. The latest version available is 3.37.1. The last update was on October 26, 2026.
Technical Requirements
Surfshark: Secure VPN service requires Android 7.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since July 2018.
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Store listing
By Surfshark B.V., from Google Play“Secure your connection with a fast VPN — comprehensive online safety in one tap.”
Description by Surfshark B.V. Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Why choose Surfshark?
✓ Unlimited devices on one account — protect the whole household.
✓ 4,500+ servers in 100+ locations, including a USA VPN and UK, Japan, Germany, Brazil, India.
✓ Ad blocker built in — no second app to install.
✓ Post-quantum WireGuard and a proprietary protocol for a fast VPN connection.
✓ Set-and-forget: one tap connects, auto-connect keeps it on.
Private and secure by default
• Secure VPN encryption hides your traffic from your internet provider, network owners and snoopers
• Public Wi-Fi protection — connect at airports, hotels and cafés without exposing logins or card details
• Ad blocker stops ads, trackers and malicious pages, so pages load faster and fewer companies profile you
• Data leak monitoring alerts you if your email, ID or card shows up in a breach, so you can change passwords early
• Personal data masking creates alternative details for sign-ups, keeping your regular email out of marketing lists
• Phone number masking gives you a spare number so your regular one stays private
• Text message protection flags phishing links in your messages before you tap them
• Antivirus and email scam checker catch malware and fake messages
• Web content blocker, Dynamic Multi Hop, Rotating IP and Dedicated IP for advanced control
Common questions
Can I use Surfshark on all my devices?
Yes. One subscription covers unlimited devices at the same time — Android phones, tablets, Android TV, laptops and more.
Does Surfshark work for streaming while travelling?
Yes. Connect to a server in your home country to reach the streaming platforms and websites you already pay for while abroad.
Is Surfshark a fast VPN?
Surfshark uses WireGuard and its own protocol for high-speed connections built for HD streaming, gaming, and large downloads.
How do I set up Surfshark on my Android phone?
Install the app, sign in, and tap Connect. Auto-connect can turn the VPN on automatically whenever you join an unknown Wi-Fi network — no manual setup needed.
When to use it
→ On public Wi-Fi — airports, hotels, cafés, campuses
→ Traveling — reach your home country's content and services abroad
→ Streaming and gaming — a fast, secure VPN that keeps speeds high
→ Family devices — cover everyone's phones and tablets with one plan
→ Everyday browsing — fewer ads, fewer trackers, less profiling
How it works
1. Install Surfshark and sign in
2. Tap Connect, or pick from 100+ locations
3. Browse, stream and shop on a protected connection
Works with your devices
Android phones, tablets, Android TV, plus Windows and browser extensions.
Get a secure VPN, an ad blocker, and everyday online protection in one app. Online security made easy.
Privacy policy: https://surfshark.com/privacy
Terms of service: https://surfshark.com/terms-of-service
Recent changes:
Call protection is here! Stay safe from spam calls and potential scams in real time;
We’ve reinforced our VPN’s stability to keep your connection even more secure;
We fixed an onboarding issue where users were receiving duplicate verification codes for email masking;
As usual, we fixed some bugs and made general performance improvements for a smoother experience.