TunnelBear VPN delivers a user-friendly, privacy-forward experience with a broad global server network and transparent security. Boasting 9,000+ servers across 47 countries, AES-256 encryption, a strict no-logs policy, and annual independent audits, it makes private browsing simple for everyone. With over 10,000,000+ total downloads and 320K in the last 30 days, the service also offers 2GB of free data to start and wide device support.
Pros & Cons
Simple, user-friendly privacy with one-tap protection
Large server network across 47 countries (9,000+ servers)
Generous free tier (2GB/month) to try before upgrading
TunnelBear VPN is a tools app developed by TunnelBear, LLC.
How many times has TunnelBear VPN been downloaded?
TunnelBear VPN has been downloaded 47 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 320 thousand times. It is ranked in the top 100 tools apps.
What is the rating of TunnelBear VPN?
TunnelBear VPN is rated 3.55 out of 5 stars, based on 310 thousand ratings.
Is TunnelBear VPN free?
TunnelBear VPN is free to download. The APK download size is 23.54 MB. The latest version available is 5.0.2. The last update was on June 9, 2026.
What are the requirements for TunnelBear VPN?
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play October 2012.
Description
TunnelBear VPN. Privacy. For everyone.
TunnelBear is an easy-to-use VPN app that helps you browse privately and securely from anywhere. With just one tap, TunnelBear changes your IP address and encrypts your browsing data, protecting it from online threats. It’s so simple, even a Bear can do it!
Your Privacy Made Simple.
Join over 70 million people that trust TunnelBear to:
Keep browsing private on public Wi-Fi, at home, and abroad.
Protect against hackers, advertisers, trackers, and prying eyes.
Bypass blocked websites and apps.
Connect to a lightning-fast private network.
Provide instant protection with one tap.
Access global content with 9,000+ servers in over 47 countries.
Cute VPN, Serious Security.
Privacy shouldn’t be scary. TunnelBear keeps it simple and sweet with:
Grizzly-grade encryption (AES-256 bit). Weaker encryption isn’t even an option.
Fierce no-logging policy. Your browsing habits stay private and secure.
Unlimited connections across your devices.
Annual, independent security audits of our apps.
Bear speed +9. Protocols like WireGuard for fast and stable connections.
Anti-censorship technologies sourced by researchers worldwide.
Free as a Wild Bear.
Get 2GB of free browsing data every month – no credit card required. Want unlimited bear-owsing? Purchase one of our premium plans in the app to stay private and secure on all your devices.
Happy Tunneling!
Recent changes: Took the Bears to the groomers. Just love that New Bear smell, don’t you?
Get a detailed PDF report for TunnelBear VPN with download trends, rating history,
and key performance statistics — useful for competitive research or tracking your own app.
Learn more
Are you the developer of this app? Join us for free to see more information about your app and learn how we can help you promote and earn money with your app.
The app is easy to use, and from my experience it's a pretty good choice of VPN. The problem I've had is I can't have it on for too long, at some point no internet traffic gets through. No notifications, no website loads. I have to turn the VPN off for a moment, close the app, and turn it on later, but this also means I might miss something until I notice. This happens on two different devices, and makes it hard to leave on. It instead becomes a sometimes tool.
★★★★★Denise Drouin· Jun 9, 2026
Tunnel Bear VPN is a great app - easy to use - gets the job done.
★★★★☆Rosalva Estrada Mendoza· Jun 3, 2026
The backup code definitely keep it safe. Be careful with setting up authentic code and app or email. Its myself who forget 😅
★★★★★Elliot Hanley (ElliotHanley)· May 31, 2026
The app is bear-y good. But I need help, when I connect and tab out of the app the VPN turns off, then when I go back to tunnel bear it gives me "app lost connection" error. Please help.
★☆☆☆☆Hector Torres· Jun 2, 2026
I've had an active subscription with them for over a year now, and it now decides to delete my information and not let me access my account. It claims my account doesn't exist anymore.
★☆☆☆☆Muhammad Uzair· May 16, 2026
Useless time waste and legi VPN shame on you developer
★☆☆☆☆Alex· May 25, 2026
If I could give it less than 1 star, I would, is useless unless you want to pay their bills, is more expensive than better VPNs, there is no reason to use this app, it used to be free and pay if you want it to be faster now is not useful at all. Please don't pay for this and waste your money any 5 here is most likely a bot or an employee rating their own app.
Subscribe to see full ranking history in this country
AppBrain offers valuable information about your app and those of your competitors. Join AppBrain for free and claim this app to view more ranking data, view history etc.
Subscribe to see full permission and library details
Trust & Safety: Requested permissions include INTERNET, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, FOREGROUND_SERVICE, POST_NOTIFICATIONS, READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, READ_PHONE_STATE, WAKE_LOCK, WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, BILLING, and various vendor-specific permissions (e.g., com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE, com.android.vending.BILLING). The app also references advertising ID usage (ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID) for attribution. On the safety side, TunnelBear emphasizes privacy protections in its description (AES-256 encryption, a no-logs policy) and notes annual independent security audits, contributing to a trust-forward security posture.
Back to top
AppBrain Intelligence premium content
Subscribe now to get full and unlimited access to AppBrain Intelligence.
You'll have access to:
Each subscription will automatically renew 3 days before the expiration date for
the same time period. Subscriptions can be cancelled at any time before the renewal.
