# Browser Buddy: VPN Browser

> Unblock and Browse geo-restricted websites at high-speed & Protect Your Privacy

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.proxy.browser.unblock.sites.proxybrowser.securevpn](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.proxy.browser.unblock.sites.proxybrowser.securevpn)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.proxy.browser.unblock.sites.proxybrowser.securevpn`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** RubiDevs
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 130,002
- **Rating:** 3.97 / 5 (465 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.5
- **Last updated:** 2023-07-21
- **First published:** 2023-01-30
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 7.99 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.proxy.browser.unblock.sites.proxybrowser.securevpn)
- **Website:** [https://splvpn.com/](https://splvpn.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://splvpn.com/privacy-policy/](https://splvpn.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Browser Buddy is a fast, secure browser with a free built-in VPN that lets you access geo-restricted sites and protect your online privacy effortlessly. Enjoy blocking trackers and ads, streaming without buffering, and browsing without registration hassle.

With advanced security features and a focus on speed, Browser Buddy ensures your internet experience is both safe and unrestricted. Download it today to browse freely and securely, trusted by millions worldwide.

## Rankings

- #196,165 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ASSISTED_GPS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_GPS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.proxy.browser.unblock.sites.proxybrowser.securevpn.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Multiple reviews agree on speed and a usable VPN-like browser, but common issues dominate: intrusive ads and redirects (often with faulty adblock claims), stability problems (crashes, slow performance, tab issues), and a lack of core features (bookmarks, reader mode) with a dull UX. Some users report CAPTCHA hurdles and concerns about pricing. Overall top themes are ads/redirects, reliability problems, and limited features, outweighing the positive notes of speed and ease of use.

### Pros

- Fast website loading
- VPN/browser privacy focus
- Easy to understand and use
- WebView-based rendering (stable engine)
- Generally positive/app appears legitimate to some users

### Cons

- Heavy advertising and automatic redirects with misleading adblock claims
- Stability and performance issues (crashes, slowdowns, not working)
- Lack of core features and options (no bookmarks, few features)
- Ads degrade usability (homepage flooded with ads; CAPTCHA/robot checks)
- Pricing concerns and mentions of paid features (High cost)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.proxy.browser.unblock.sites.proxybrowser.securevpn)