# Vivaldi Browser Snapshot

> Download the latest Snapshot version of Vivaldi Browser

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vivaldi.browser.snapshot](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vivaldi.browser.snapshot)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.vivaldi.browser.snapshot`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Vivaldi Technologies
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 244,975
- **Rating:** 4.38 / 5 (3,691 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.2.4147.50
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-08
- **First published:** 2019-09-20
- **Publisher country:** NO
- **Size:** 334 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vivaldi.browser.snapshot)
- **Website:** [https://www.vivaldi.com](https://www.vivaldi.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://vivaldi.com/privacy/](https://vivaldi.com/privacy/)

## Description

The Vivaldi Browser Snapshot extension allows users to download and install the latest Snapshot version of Vivaldi Browser. Snapshots are work-in-progress builds that provide early access to new features and fixes before they reach the stable release. This extension is perfect for developers and advanced users who want to experience upcoming functionalities and contribute feedback to help improve the browser.

By using Vivaldi Snapshots, you get a sneak peek of major upcoming releases, helping you stay ahead with cutting-edge browser technology. The extension encourages user feedback through comments on the Snapshot Blog, ensuring continuous improvements. Learn more about the difference between Snapshot and Stable releases to choose the best experience for your needs.

## Rankings

- #144,265 — Overall
- #11 — browser history
- #19 — browser tab

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CAPTURE_KEYBOARD`
- `android.permission.CREDENTIAL_MANAGER_QUERY_CANDIDATE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.CREDENTIAL_MANAGER_SET_ALLOWED_PROVIDERS`
- `android.permission.CREDENTIAL_MANAGER_SET_ORIGIN`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ADVANCED_PROTECTION_MODE`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.REPOSITION_SELF_WINDOWS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.RUN_USER_INITIATED_JOBS`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.USE_LOOPBACK_INTERFACE`
- `android.permission.USE_PINNED_WINDOWING_LAYER`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.chrome.permission.DEVICE_EXTRAS`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.vivaldi.browser.snapshot.TOS_ACKED`
- `com.vivaldi.browser.snapshot.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.vivaldi.browser.snapshot.permission.READ_WRITE_BOOKMARK_FOLDERS`

## Review summary

Users praise Vivaldi Snapshot Android for stability, speed, and a rich, highly customizable feature set with a privacy-first approach. They like multimedia performance and active developer responsiveness. However, recurring concerns include crashes and overall stability, mixed feelings about the ad blocker, and site compatibility issues on certain pages (notably payment flows). Bookmarks export problems and some UX quirks like an auto-hide toolbar and limited full-screen support on mobile also come up. Overall, a powerful, privacy-conscious browser that could benefit from polish and stronger site compatibility.

### Pros

- Stable, smooth performance on Android with a fast, feature-rich experience.
- Highly feature-rich with extensive customization and freedom of choice.
- Privacy-focused and friendly to deGoogled devices.
- Excellent multimedia performance, including 4k60fps video playback and streaming.
- Active development and responsiveness to user feedback.

### Cons

- Crashes reported; stability concerns.
- Ad blocker reliability is inconsistent, with some wishing for a stronger option (e.g., uBlock Origin).
- Site compatibility issues on certain pages, especially during payments.
- Bookmarks export/import issues; sometimes exports are empty.
- Mobile UI/UX quirks such as an auto-hiding toolbar and limited full-screen support, plus fewer extensions on mobile.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vivaldi.browser.snapshot)