Frost - Private Browser

Name: Frost - Private Browser
Rating: 4.32 (3806 reviews)
Author: Crowbar Solutions

By: Crowbar Solutions App

Private tabbed browser with hidden, password protected image and bookmark vault

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

291,787 ▲ 38

Data as of 2026-10-30

Version:

4.6.53

Last updated: 2025-05-23

Ranking

#134,537 ▼ 72

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Frost - Private Browser is an advanced Android browser designed to elevate your online privacy beyond standard incognito modes. It offers fast tabbed browsing with HTML5 video support and built-in ad blocking to speed page loads and save data.

The extension’s standout feature is its hidden image and bookmark vaults, which are password-protected and completely stealthy—accessible only by entering a password into the address bar. Vault contents are encrypted and hidden from other apps and external access, ensuring your private photos and bookmarks remain secure. The browser also auto-clears history upon exit, supports import/export of images, folder organization, and a beautiful image viewer with zoom and slideshow capabilities. Its polished design and tablet support make Frost a reliable choice for privacy-conscious users seeking seamless protection and convenience.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Privacy & Security

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Version:

4.6.53 Last updated: 2025-05-23

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Creation date:

2011-07-20

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Permissions:

android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES High risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

21.48MB

Email:

co*****@crowbarsolutions.com

Website:

http://www.crowbarsolutions.com/projects/frost-browser-for-android/ DR 4.1

Privacy policy:

http://crowbarsolutions.com/frost3/privacy/

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-10-30

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:: Crowbar Solutions
Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crowbar.beaverlite
Email:: co*****@crowbarsolutions.com
Website:: http://www.crowbarsolutions.com/projects/frost-browser-for-android/

User Reviews

User reviews show Frost is generally loved for being private, easy to use, and reliable across devices. However, recurring concerns include pressure to upgrade to a paid version, ads and tracking worries, and ongoing performance problems or bugs. Some users find vault/protected storage features intrusive or confusing, with forced password prompts and vague instructions. Others report difficulties uploading content due to storage permissions and unclear guidance. Overall, the app has a loyal user base and strong privacy positioning, but improvements are needed in pricing, ad behavior, performance, vault UX, and permission handling.

Pros

Generally considered a great and reliable app across devices.
Privacy-focused design and strong privacy features.
Easy to use and provides a private browsing experience.
Positive user sentiment and loyalty (love it; great app across reviews).
Long-standing cross-device availability and quick access.

Cons

Paid model pressure: free version upgrade and forced pricing changes mentioned in multiple reviews.
Ads in bookmarks and concerns about data tracking / ad loops.
Slow performance and bugs affecting usability.
Vault/protected storage features are intrusive or confusing (password requirement) and lack clear guidance.
Upload issues and permission handling (storage permissions needed to upload) with insufficient guidance.