Naver Whale Browser

Name: Naver Whale Browser
Rating: 4.34 (55314 reviews)
Author: NAVER Corp.

By: NAVER Corp. App

Feature-packed but simple & easy. Secure and supports blocking abusive ads.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

10,325,435 ▲ 11.10K

Data as of 2026-08-04

Rating:

4.34 +96

(55,314)

Version:

3.9.12.4

Last updated: 2026-07-23

Ranking

#13,500 ▲ 6

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Naver Whale Browser is a feature-packed yet simple and easy-to-use web browser designed for speed, security, and convenience. With QuickSearch, you can search instantly without opening new tabs. The QuickBar offers easy access to bookmarks via a swipe on the bottom toolbar, mirroring desktop convenience. Scrapbook lets you save websites and images quickly for easy revisits.

Syncing across devices ensures your history and bookmarks are always up to date. Whale's CleanWeb feature blocks abusive ads for a faster and cleaner browsing experience. Additional features support secure video meetings and device connectivity while respecting privacy with transparent policies. Naver Whale is an excellent choice for users wanting a powerful yet user-friendly browser experience.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Privacy & Security Communication

By:

NAVER Corp.

Downloads:

10,325,435 11.10K

Rating:

4.34

(55,314) 96 new ratings

Version:

3.9.12.4 Last updated: 2026-07-23

Version code:

1753

Creation date:

2018-04-12

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE Very high risk
android.permission.READ_CONTACTS Very high risk
android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA High risk
android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS High risk
android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES High risk

Size:

346.55MB

Email:

wh*****@naver.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-04

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 13,500 ▲ 6

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Developed by:

NAVER Corp.

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.naver.whale

Email:

wh*****@naver.com

Website:

https://whale.naver.com/

User Reviews

Reviews generally praise Whale Browser as a solid, feature-rich Chromium-based option with a clean UI and desktop-like browsing experience. However, users report stability issues, especially after updates, and a lack of ad-blocking and extension support. Some express frustration with terms/agreements required to browse, and a few note UX quirks like a bottom search bar and tabs not saving on the home screen.

Pros

Widely praised as a solid, feature-rich browser with a positive overall reception.
Chromium-based with desktop-like capabilities offering a full web experience.
Intuitive user interface with easy-to-use navigation and bookmarking/sync features.
Viewed by some users as a secure, off-mainstream alternative to mainstream browsers.

Cons

Frequent crashes and bugs, including issues introduced by recent updates.
No ad-blocker or extension support, leading to ads and limited extensions.
Friction from mandatory terms/agreements to browse.
UX quirks such as bottom-positioned search bar and not saving tabs on the Home screen.