# Owl Browser - Fast & Private > Private browser with VPN, ad blocker, password manager & biometric lock. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.taymay.web.browser](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.taymay.web.browser) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.taymay.web.browser` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Taymay.io - **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY - **Downloads:** 2,787 - **Version:** 1.0.0.0 - **Last updated:** 2025-12-04 - **First published:** 2025-12-04 - **Publisher country:** VN - **Size:** 92 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-07 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.taymay.web.browser) - **Website:** [https://hihoay.io](https://hihoay.io/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://hihoay.io/policy.html](https://hihoay.io/policy.html) ## Description Owl Browser is the most secure private browser for Android. Browse with built-in VPN protection, automatic ad blocking, encrypted password manager, and biometric app lock. No tracking, no data collection, no compromise on your digital privacy.

Whether you need to access region-restricted content safely, protect passwords with fingerprint authentication, or browse without leaving traces, Owl Browser gives you military-grade privacy in one lightweight app.

WHY MILLIONS CHOOSE PRIVATE BROWSING

Every day, websites collect your data, advertisers track your behavior, and hackers target public WiFi connections. Owl Browser puts a stop to all of that with multiple layers of protection that work together seamlessly.

PRIVACY & SECURITY FEATURES

🔐 BUILT-IN VPN
Connect to VPN servers with one tap directly inside your browser. Encrypt your internet traffic, hide your IP address, and access geo-restricted content securely. Auto-select the fastest server or choose manually. Monitor upload and download speeds in real-time.

🕵️ INCOGNITO MODE
Browse privately without saving any history, cookies, or cache. Your browsing session disappears completely when you close the tab. Separate incognito tabs from regular tabs. Perfect for shared devices and sensitive searches.

🛡️ ADVANCED AD BLOCKER
Block ads, pop-ups, and tracking scripts automatically. Custom domain blocking lets you add specific sites to your blocklist. Whitelist trusted domains. See exactly how many ads were blocked with the visual counter. Pages load faster and use less data.

🔑 PASSWORD MANAGER WITH BIOMETRICS
Save website passwords securely with encrypted storage. Autofill login forms instantly. Protect your saved passwords with fingerprint or face recognition. View, edit, search, and manage all passwords in one place.

🔒 BIOMETRIC APP LOCK
Lock Owl Browser with your fingerprint or face. Require biometric authentication to open the app, access incognito tabs, or view saved passwords. Multiple lock points for maximum security.

🌐 FORCE HTTPS
Automatically upgrade all HTTP connections to secure HTTPS. Get warnings when visiting non-secure sites. Whitelist specific domains if needed. Browse knowing every connection is encrypted.

POWERFUL BROWSING FEATURES

📑 SMART TAB GROUPS
Open unlimited tabs and organize them into color-coded groups. Auto-group tabs by website domain. Collapse, expand, rename, or delete groups. Switch between tabs with visual previews.

📥 VIDEO DOWNLOADER
Detect videos playing on any webpage automatically. Download in multiple formats including HLS, DASH, and direct streams. Choose video quality and resolution. Track download progress with pause and resume support.

📷 QR CODE SCANNER
Scan QR codes instantly using your camera or from gallery images. Open links, copy text, or share scanned content. Built-in flash control for low-light scanning.

📖 READER MODE
Strip away clutter and read articles in a clean format. Choose font size, font family, and background theme. Options include Light, Sepia, Dark, and Black backgrounds. Reading time estimation included.

🎨 DARK MODE
Apply dark theme to any website with intelligent CSS injection. Follow system theme automatically or toggle manually. Whitelist domains that should stay in light mode. Reduces eye strain and saves battery on OLED screens.

👆 GESTURE CONTROLS
Swipe from screen edges for back/forward navigation. Pull down to refresh pages. Swipe from bottom to show/hide toolbar. Long-press back button to view history. Customize which gestures are active.

🔖 BOOKMARKS & HISTORY
Save pages with one tap. Organize bookmarks with search and sort. Complete browsing history with filters. Option to auto-clear history on exit for extra privacy.

🌍 MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT
Available in English, Vietnamese, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Indonesian, Thai, and more. Every interface element in your preferred language.

Owl Browser. VPN protection. Ad blocking. Password security. Complete privacy. ## Rankings - #857,418 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.gms.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.REAL_GET_TASKS` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.taymay.web.browser.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Similar extensions and apps - [OWL: Fast & Secure Web Browser](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.owl.browser) — 21,779 users, 4.27 / 5 - [Priviet browser](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.Digi.privatewebbrowser) — 37 users - [VPN Browser - Stay Private](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.stvpn.browser.privacy) — 118,563 users - [Private Browser: Fast & Secure](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hh.browser.secure.vpnproxy) — 92,804 users - [Proxy Browser - VPN, Dark Web](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.deveem.private.browser) — 968,518 users, 4.20 / 5 - [Browser: Fast & Secure](https://chrome-stats.com/d/priem.browser.plus) — 238 users - [Private Browser Secure Web](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.niceteam.browser.downloader) — 42 users - [VPN Browser: Proxy & Privacy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.securevpn.proxy.private.browser.fast.unblock) — 9,083 users - [Secure Browser - Ocean Browser](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.oceanbrowser.mobile.android) — 385,609 users, 4.54 / 5 - [AVG Secure Browser](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.avg.android.secure.browser) — 1,469,514 users, 4.15 / 5 - [Internet Browser | Webby](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.internet.incognito.browser) — 18,876 users - [PureBrowser](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.purebrowser.app) — 1,457 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.taymay.web.browser)