Yandex Start

Name: Yandex Start
Rating: 4.1791444 (1997053 reviews)
Author: Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading LLC

By: Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading LLC

The Yandex Start app has everything you need on one screen.

Features & Capabilities

Yandex Start is a feature-packed Chrome extension that brings everything you need right to your home page. Customize your start screen with your favorite site, be it Yandex's own homepage or any other. Stay updated with live weather forecasts and real-time traffic information directly on your start page.

Beyond convenience, Yandex Start offers powerful translation features. Translate entire webpages, individual sentences, or even text within images from over 100 languages effortlessly. Enjoy videos from around the world translated and dubbed in Russian by Yandex's advanced neural networks, covering topics like travel, gadgets, science, and more. Additionally, integrated voice assistant Alice helps you avoid unwanted calls by enabling caller ID and managing disruptions with simple voice commands. Experience a streamlined online start with Yandex Start.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Communication AI

By:

Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading LLC

Downloads:

291,037,240 130.05K

Rating:

4.18

(1,997,053) 408 new ratings

Version:

26.40 Last updated: 2026-06-22

Version code:

260400133

Creation date:

2010-12-07

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CALL_PHONE Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.READ_CALL_LOG 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.WRITE_CONTACTS Very high risk

Size:

301.97MB

Email:

su*****@mobyandex.yandex.ru

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-30

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 489

Other rankings

#2 in start page keyword 38

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading LLC

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.yandex.searchplugin

Email:

su*****@mobyandex.yandex.ru

Website:

https://ya.ru

User Reviews

User reviews highlight a privacy-first, AI-assisted browser with strong search capabilities and a user-friendly UI. However, recurring issues include stability problems, serious privacy/safety concerns (possible malware, unauthorized installation, hacking worries), and difficulty deleting or fully uninstalling the app. Additional criticisms cite intrusive ads and language support gaps. Overall, the app is valued for security and features but hampered by uninstallability, safety concerns, and performance/ad issues.

Pros

Security-focused design with a privacy-conscious approach (not forcing routines).
AI-powered, multilingual search across multiple sources for varied results.
User-friendly UI/UX with intuitive tab management and readable tabs.
Private browsing options and overall privacy features.
Practical, feature-rich browser experience.

Cons

Serious privacy/safety concerns including reports of malware-like behavior, unauthorized installation, and potential hacking.
Persistence/uninstallability of the app on devices (cannot fully remove or delete accounts).
Aggressive advertising that many users find intrusive.
Stability issues reported as not stable over weeks or during use.
Language support gaps (non-English UI) and localization challenges.