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A secure internet browser that places an emphasis on your privacy

A secure internet browser that places an emphasis on your privacy

Vote: (4 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: Piriform

Version: 8.1.0.4397

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(4 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

Piriform

8.1.0.4397

Works under:

Windows

CCleaner Browser is a web browser designed with your security and privacy in mind. As too many internet users are aware, many internet browsers allow for unsecured browsing. This makes it far, far too easy for countless advertisers to view your browsing history and customize advertisements to you. Even worse, unsecured internet browsing can allow for government actors or hackers to track your internet viewing, enabling them to potentially violate your privacy or steal sensitive information.

CCleaner Browser allows for a more secure way to browse the internet. It comes with anti-fingerprinting technology, making it impossible for websites, advertisers, and others to track your browsing. This can protect and secure your entire viewing history, enabling you to browse the internet with the knowledge that your privacy is protected. The browser can also block annoying advertisements, including pop-ups. 

However, browsers like this are commonly available. What makes CCleaner Browser different is its more advanced features. For example, it will regularly empty your internet cache, removing hidden files that can potentially be used to track your browsing habits. Indeed, one of the things many users have commented as being the best feature of this program is the ability to empty cache files that they didn't even know existed. This, in turn, can not only better protect your privacy, but free up entire gigabytes of space.

All of this has the effect of dramatically boosting your Android's performance. You will have fewer files taking up storage, fewer trackers on your phone that can monitor what you are doing, and less advertising to take up valuable space. The website for CCleaner Browser also notes that all of this work can not only make your phone faster but can potentially extend the battery life of your phone by as much as 20%. 

It is worth noting that this browser is exceptionally popular. It has more than 1.7 million reviews, and it averages 4.7 out of 5 stars - a very high number. Reviewers who left comments noted that the browser was able to remove hidden files, improve the speed of their phone, and make their browsing more secure. It also comes with some additional features, like the ability to tell how much of your phone's space is being used by different types of media and applications. This can give you a better idea of what you should install and uninstall. 

CCleaner Browser is completely free, so you actually get all of these features at no out-of-pocket cost to you. Considering the number of features available with this browser, this is extremely impressive.

If there is any fault with this program, it is that it doesn't do a good job of explaining just how it works. However, this would only be useful for the more technologically-oriented.

Pros:

  • Protects your viewing history, allowing you to securely and privately use the internet. 
  • Can empty hidden files that you didn't realize existed. 
  • Improves the performance of your phone. 
  • Free to download and use.
  • Comes with more features than the standard privacy-oriented browser and can help you identify unwanted programs to delete and remove. 

Cons:

  • Doesn't clarify how some of its encryption works.