A web browser that respects your privacy.
About this app
When dealing with the browser with the correct settings (restricted to Javascript and cookies), it is very strong to protect your privacy and also safety!
Please use the current security updates of your Android version. In the defaults, the monocles browser uses the monocles webview, so it is important to have newer versions as Android 4.4.+.
In the default settings, Javascript and cookies are deactivated to ensure the greatest possible security. However, for better use of the monocles pages it is recommended to allow for this Javascript and cookies. Simply add to the trusted domains in the menu. The monocles metasearch machine does not store your IP or any other data.
Features:
* Integrated EasyList ad blocking. * Tor Orbot proxy support. * SSL certificate pinning. * Import/export of settings and bookmarks.
Licensed under GPL-3.0-only, by Arne-Brün Vogelsang.
What's New in v1.9.3
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- * Merge upstream
- * Prepare for Android 16
- * Improve URL bar UI
Version history
Aug 21, 2025 · 14.1 MB · Android API 26–36 · code 14
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- * Merge upstream
- * Prepare for Android 16
- * Improve URL bar UI
SHA-256 a3a2973a78f556b2c4eb855d477da2c2d582b1588f903674cdc2323c8e0fa6a6
Sep 22, 2024 · 13.9 MB · Android API 26–34 · code 13
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- • Expand the download provider options to be monocles browser, Android’s download manager, and an external app.
- • Remove wasted space between the navigation drawer icon and the URL bar.
- • Add a scroll to bottom/top entry in the navigation menu.
- • Add an option to display under camera cutouts in full-screen browsing mode.
- • Fix a crash caused by a tab sometimes being created without a corresponding page.
- • Fix a rare problem caused by the incorrect page being set as active after the creation of a
SHA-256 4fc706ad5cc1adb8042f2464f0ead6148355daff3ecbfb03cc3b65ad606c306f
Jan 26, 2024 · 14.1 MB · Android API 24–34 · code 12
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- * Prevent the wrong page being displayed on restart
- * Update to Android 14
- * Update the URL syntax highlighter for `view-source:`
- * Always close the drawers when opening a new intent.
- * Display SSL information in View Headers.
- * Add a scroll to top/bottom navigation view entry.
SHA-256 653578bc3fd61a7c9dd9e556ee014dd8dafa4058be459de6fcb746cb133806c0
Will it run on your device?
78%
- Runs on a broad range of modern Android versions.
- ABI coverage is focused on newer 64-bit devices.
- Aligned with the latest Android target SDK expectations.
Installation Guide
Open Settings on your Android device
Go to Security → Unknown sources (or Install unknown apps)
Enable "Allow from this source" for your browser or file manager
Open the downloaded APK file from your Downloads folder
Tap "Install" and wait for installation to complete
Launch the app from your home screen
Make sure to re-enable Unknown Sources restrictions after installation for security.
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a3a2973a78f556b2c4eb855d477da2c2d582b1588f903674cdc2323c8e0fa6a6
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