# Private Internet Browser

> Private Internet Browser, surf Incognito, all Private Data gets deleted.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lechneralexander.privatebrowser](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lechneralexander.privatebrowser)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.lechneralexander.privatebrowser`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Tabero
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 3,352,578
- **Rating:** 4.44 / 5 (18,018 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.9.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-31
- **First published:** 2013-12-22
- **Publisher country:** NL
- **Size:** 3.53 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lechneralexander.privatebrowser)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/lechneal/Private-Incognito-Browser](https://github.com/lechneal/Private-Incognito-Browser)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://lechneal.github.io/Private-Incognito-Browser/privacypolicy.html](https://lechneal.github.io/Private-Incognito-Browser/privacypolicy.html)

## Description

**Private Internet Browser** offers a secure and anonymous browsing experience with automatic deletion of all private data once you close the app. Surf incognito without leaving cookies or cache behind, ensuring your privacy at all times.

This free, ad-free browser integrates an advanced ad blocker, bookmarks, and advanced functions based on the open-source Lightning Browser. It's ideal for both personal and public use, supporting features like kiosk mode compatibility and optional screenshot capturing in settings. Enjoy private browsing with ease and confidence using Private Internet Browser.

## Rankings

- #32,243 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.lechneralexander.privatebrowser.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users overall rate Private Internet Browser highly for speed and privacy, praising its fast, lightweight performance and ad-blocking. Many reviews express positive sentiment (Excellent/Best/Great). However, recurring issues include Google service compatibility problems, safety/malware worries, Recaptcha friction, AI-related usability challenges, and a missing built-in download manager, which some users see as privacy/UX drawbacks.

### Pros

- Very fast performance
- Generally positive user sentiment across reviews (frequent praise such as Excellent/Great/Best)
- Privacy-focused features (auto-delete on close; support for temporary searches)
- Lightweight/small footprint
- Built-in ad blocking

### Cons

- Google services compatibility issues (Google not working / Google account blocked)
- Safety concerns / malware warnings (some reviewers warn it could be a trojan)
- Recaptcha challenges hinder usage
- AI features making it harder to use
- Missing built-in download manager (relying on system download manager)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lechneralexander.privatebrowser)