Waterfox: Private Web Browser1.2.8.1 - Google Play
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Publisher Description
Privacy browser with complete add-on freedom & zero tracking
🔒 True Privacy by Design
Waterfox Android is completely rebuilt from the ground up with privacy as the foundation. Zero telemetry, no data collection, no sponsored content, and no tracking of any kind. We've created dummy versions of tracking services to maintain compatibility while protecting your privacy.
⚡ Maximum Performance
Unlike other browsers using pre-built components, we compile everything from scratch - Android Components, Gecko, and SpiderMonkey - with advanced compiler optimizations (-O3) for faster browsing and better battery life.
🧩 Full Add-on Freedom
• Browse and install from the entire Mozilla Add-ons store
• Direct installation from addons.mozilla.org
• Custom AMO collections support
• Install extensions from .xpi files
• No restrictions, no redirects
🛡️ Enhanced Security Features
• Site Isolation (Fission) enabled
• Enhanced DNS over HTTPS with Ultra Protection mode using Oblivious HTTP
• ESR (Extended Support Release) base for rock-solid stability
• about:config access for power users
🎛️ Complete Customization
• Privacy-first search engines (DuckDuckGo, Startpage, Mojeek, Qwant)
• Customizable menu designs (classic and modern)
• JPEG-XL image support
• No review prompts or forced feedback
Why Waterfox Android?
We've solved the constant breakage problem that plagued previous versions by moving to ESR and compiling everything ourselves. This means stable, fast, private browsing without compromise.
Perfect for users who want Firefox-level functionality without the privacy concerns, tracking, or performance limitations of mainstream browsers.
About Waterfox: Private Web Browser
The company that develops Waterfox: Private Web Browser is BrowserWorks. The latest version released by its developer is 1.2.8.1.
To install Waterfox: Private Web Browser on your Android device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2026-09-22 and was downloaded 0 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the Waterfox: Private Web Browser as malware as malware if the download link to net.waterfox.android.release is broken.
How to install Waterfox: Private Web Browser on your Android device:
- Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to Google Play.
- Once the Waterfox: Private Web Browser is shown in the Google Play listing of your Android device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the Install button located below the search bar and to the right of the app icon.
- A pop-up window with the permissions required by Waterfox: Private Web Browser will be shown. Click on Accept to continue the process.
- Waterfox: Private Web Browser will be downloaded onto your device, displaying a progress. Once the download completes, the installation will start and you'll get a notification after the installation is finished.
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Version History
version 1.2.8.1
posted on 2026-09-22
Emergency fix: Ultra DNS is now disabled by default to address website loading issues. DNS settings you explicitly selected remain unchanged.
version 1.2.8
posted on 2026-09-17
• Updated to Gecko 156.
• Historical Waterfox app icons.
• New Home options: homepage as new tab and Show more shortcuts; search widget no longer overwrites the current tab.
• Black theme can follow system theme; theme settings no longer jump back to Home.
• Install extensions from file, confirmation before removing collection tabs.
• Private erase and file upload fixes.
version 1.2.7
posted on 2026-09-09
• Gecko engine updated to 155.0.1.
• Tab groups on by default, with drag-and-drop grouping.
• Customizable homepage, swipeable shortcuts and toolbar animations. Collections retained.
• 5 classic Fennec wallpapers, available offline.
• Bookmark/password import and new PDF tools enabled.
• Theme and interface fixes.
• Stronger privacy and local network protections.
• Existing preferences preserved; features blocked by our privacy policy stay unavailable.
version 1.2.6
posted on 2026-07-20
- Update to Gecko 153
- Change Qwant to DuckDuckGo in unsupported regions
- Make sure "AI answers" are disabled by default when Qwant is selected
version 1.2.5
posted on 2026-07-03
New default search engine
We've replaced the temporary Yahoo default with Qwant, a privacy-focused search engine (DuckDuckGo in some regions). If you used the bundled default search, you'll see a one-time notice about the change — you can switch anytime in Settings > Search. If you already chose your own engine, nothing changes.
Updated to Firefox 152 for the latest security and stability fixes.
version 1.2.4.1
posted on 2026-06-02
• Removed Startpage at Startpage’s request. This change was not our choice; other search providers have not approved being set as the default, so Yahoo is currently the default search engine.
• Fixed What’s New so it stays hidden after you read the release notes.
• Improved custom wallpaper handling.
• Updated to Gecko 151 with upstream fixes and improvements.
• Includes security fixes from MFSA 2026-46.
version 1.2.3
posted on 2026-06-02
Sorry for the delay - this update took a bit longer than expected to put together!
- Updated to Gecko 150
- We've heard your requests for a classic menu style and are looking into how to implement it
version 1.2.2
posted on 2026-03-23
• Updated to Gecko 149 with the latest stability and security improvements.
• Fixed an issue where tapping Quit did not clear data when Delete browsing data on quit was enabled.
• In release builds, we now hide debug options such as Debug Sync and Enable Gecko logs. Secret Settings remains available for power users.
version 1.2.0
posted on 2026-02-22
- Updated browser engine from Gecko 140 to 148 with the latest security patches and improvements.
- Enabled GeckoView Lite for a smaller install and less background overhead.
- Replaced Mozilla's Glean SDK with a dummy version that does nothing, and fully removed the Adjust SDK.
- Sentry crash reporting is opt-in and only activates when a crash occurs.
- Expanded theme customisation under Settings > Customize with separate light and dark colours and automatic device theme matching.
version 1.1.7
posted on 2026-01-13
- Fixed crashes/ANR on startup for certain devices.
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