Secure Browser by IPVanish

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What is IPVanish Secure Browser?

Secure Browser is a product within the IPVanish Windows and Mac apps that blocks 99.9% of browser-based threats before they ever reach your device. Each session runs in the cloud, fully isolated from your system, and all data is erased the moment you close a tab. This keeps viruses, malware, and trackers contained while hiding your digital fingerprint for a safer, more anonymous experience.

For added flexibility, IPVanish Secure Browser is also available through extensions for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, or as a web app.

Explore How Secure Browser Works

Secure Browser activity runs on IPVanish servers, never reaching your device. It works like an interactive livestream of a browser tab running from the location you choose. You see and control the session in real time, but all the data, files, and threats stay in the cloud.

Virus Protection

Blocks malware, spyware, viruses, and malicious downloads to help ensure your device stays safe.

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Web Anonymity

Automatically prevents session tracking, cookies, targeting, cache snooping, and digital fingerprinting.

Cloud Isolation

Stops ISPs, advertisers, and other third parties from seeing your online activity and traffic.

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Experience unparalleled protection with Secure Browser, available exclusively in the IPVanish Advanced plan.

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3 Ways to Access Secure Browser

Whether you prefer the desktop app, your favorite browser, or the web, there’s an easy way to access IPVanish Secure Browser.

In-App

The simplest way to start with Secure Browser is to launch a disposable browsing session directly from the IPVanish app. Every tab runs in the cloud, isolated from your device, and is completely erased the moment you close it.

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Browser Extension

Prefer to keep using your favorite browser? Install the IPVanish Secure Browser extension and click the IPVanish icon to activate it. 

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Download for Mozilla Firefox
Download for Microsoft Edge
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Web App

For when you need instant Secure Browser access visit securebrowser.ipvanish.com from any browser URL. Ideal for phones, tablets, or any device where installations aren’t viable due to permissions or constraints.

Secure Browser Benefits

Designed to provide you with the highest level of protection, our Secure Browser offers benefits that go beyond traditional browsing solutions. Discover the unparalleled advantages of using IPVanish Secure Browser.

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Protect Against
Malicious Content

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Access Content From Anywhere

With the Secure Browser built on IPVanish’s secure VPN server network, you can access the web from a variety of global locations. Whether you’re in the US wanting to view content as if you’re in France or searching for local results in Ireland, Secure Browser offers flexibility with multiple locations to choose from.

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Automatically Delete Browser History

Your online activity remains truly private with Secure Browser. Once you close the browser, all session information, including history and cookies, is automatically deleted from our servers. This ensures that no trace of your browsing activity is left behind on your device, providing you with a seamless and more anonymous experience.

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Block Online Threats

Secure Browser acts as a robust shield against internet dangers. By keeping your browsing in the cloud, you prevent viruses and malware from being downloaded to your device. Any malicious content you interact with is contained within the disposable browser window and permanently deleted when you close the session.

Hide Your IP Address

Just like a VPN, Secure Browser hides your IP address, making it difficult for websites, ISPs, advertisers, or hackers to intercept your activity. This automatic layer of connection protection ensures traffic operating within a Secure Browser window remains encrypted.

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Stop Digital Fingerprinting

Secure Browser prevents digital fingerprinting by ensuring websites and advertisers cannot track your activity across the internet. By using an interactive video feed instead of directly accessing websites, your device information and activity remain anonymous, safeguarding your privacy.

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Protect Against Malicious Content

With the Secure Browser extension, you can safely interact with questionable links or search results. Simply right-click on a link and select “Open link in Secure Browser” to isolate the potential threat in a secure, cloud-based environment that protects your device from harm.

Simplify Your Security Setup

While Secure Browser isn’t a replacement for comprehensive VPN, antivirus, or firewall software beyond the browser, it reduces the need for additional tools like content filters and malware protections by keeping your browsing secure in the cloud. This means you get built-in safeguards against many online threats without needing extra software on your device.

Prevent Cache Snooping

With every site visit, browsers cache DNS data to make future page loads faster. However, this cache can be vulnerable to spying, exposing your browsing history and activity to unauthorized parties. IPVanish Secure Browser prevents DNS cache snooping by isolating browsing sessions and automatically clearing cached data after closing a browser window.

Access Content
From Anywhere

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With the Secure Browser built on IPVanish’s secure VPN server network, you can access the web from a variety of global locations. Whether you’re in the US wanting to view content as if you’re in France or searching for local results in Ireland, Secure Browser offers flexibility with multiple locations to choose from.

Automatically
Delete Browser
History

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Your online activity remains truly private with Secure Browser. Once you close the browser, all session information, including history and cookies, is automatically deleted from our servers. This ensures that no trace of your browsing activity is left behind on your device, providing you with a seamless and more anonymous experience.

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Block Online
Threats

Block Viruses

Secure Browser acts as a robust shield against internet dangers. By keeping your browsing in the cloud, you prevent viruses and malware from being downloaded to your device. Any malicious content you interact with is contained within the disposable browser window and permanently deleted when you close the session.

Hide Your
IP Address

Just like a VPN, Secure Browser hides your IP address, making it difficult for websites, ISPs, advertisers, or hackers to intercept your activity. This automatic layer of connection protection ensures traffic operating within a Secure Browser window remains encrypted.

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Stop Digital
Fingerprinting

Digital Fingerprint

Secure Browser prevents digital fingerprinting by ensuring websites and advertisers cannot track your activity across the internet. By using an interactive video feed instead of directly accessing websites, your device information and activity remain anonymous, safeguarding your privacy.

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Protect Against
Malicious Content

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With the Secure Browser extension, you can safely interact with questionable links or search results. Simply right-click on a link and select “Open link in Secure Browser” to isolate the potential threat in a secure, cloud-based environment that protects your device from harm.

Simplify Your
Security Setup

While Secure Browser isn’t a replacement for comprehensive VPN, antivirus, or firewall software beyond the browser, it reduces the need for additional tools like content filters and malware protections by keeping your browsing secure in the cloud. This means you get built-in safeguards against many online threats without needing extra software on your device.

Prevent Cache
Snooping

With every site visit, browsers cache DNS data to make future page loads faster. However, this cache can be vulnerable to spying, exposing your browsing history and activity to unauthorized parties. IPVanish Secure Browser prevents DNS cache snooping by isolating browsing sessions and automatically clearing cached data after closing a browser window.

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How is IPVanish Secure Browser better than my browser’s private incognito mode?

A private browser tab or incognito mode prevents your browsing history, cookies, site data, and information entered into forms from being stored to your device. However, this is where its protection ends.  Here’s how IPVanish Secure Browser goes far beyond typical private browsing modes:

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Standard Private Browsing

Malicious Websites: Viruses, spyware, and other malicious content can still be downloaded to your device.
ISPs, Governments & Other Third Parties: They can still see which websites you visit.
Advertisers & Fingerprinting: Your IP address and device information can still be tracked, leading to targeted advertisements across your devices.
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Blocks Malicious Sites & Content: By isolating your browsing activity in the cloud, Secure Browser prevents viruses and spyware from ever reaching your device.
Stops ISPs, Governments & Other Third Parties: Your online activity is fully shielded from ISPs, surveillance, and any third parties.
Prevents Advertisers from Fingerprinting: Secure Browser hides your IP address and device information to stop tracking and targeted ads. Avoid logging into services like Google or Facebook for best results.

How to use Secure Browser:

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Launch Secure Browser

Open Secure Browser directly from the IPVanish app on Windows or Mac and select a Location to start a disposable browsing session instantly. You can also access it through the browser extension or by visiting https://securebrowser.ipvanish.com/ from any device.

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Access the Cloud-Based Browser

A virtual browser is created specifically for you on our secure servers accessed by an interactive video feed from your normal browser in which all your actions (typing, clicking, scrolling, copy & pasting) are mirrored in the cloud.

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Browse Safely and Privately

Experience a truly private and secure browsing experience. The Secure Browser operates in a virtual environment, keeping your activity separate from your device while providing complete protection from viruses and other threats.

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Automatic History Deletion

When you’re done, simply close the Secure Browser window. This action automatically destroys your browsing history and any session data stored on our servers, ensuring no trace of your activity remains.

Practical Protection for Safer Browsing

Discover the versatility of Secure Browser with a wide range of applications designed to revolutionize your online privacy and security. Here are just some of the ways Secure Browser can enhance your browsing experience:

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Hide Searches
& Purchases

Keep sensitive transactions, searches, and activity off your device history.

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Open
Email Safely

Open questionable links and attachments without malware risks.

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Access
Blocked Content

Bypass firewall restrictions for unrestricted browsing and streaming.

When to Use VPN vs. Secure Browser

Deciding between IPVanish VPN and Secure Browser depends on your specific online needs. A VPN encrypts your entire device’s internet connection, offering full IP protection, unlimited streaming capabilities, and flexible location options. In contrast, Secure Browser specializes in secure and anonymous web browsing, shielding against viruses, digital fingerprinting, and cache snooping. Below, we outline their key advantages to help you choose the right tool for your setup.

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VPN Advantages

Full Device IP Protection: A VPN app protects the IP address of your entire device, shielding the traffic of all apps and activities.
Unlimited Streaming: VPNs have no time limits and can be used with HD and 4K streaming apps, allowing for uninterrupted entertainment.
Comprehensive Location Changing: The IPVanish VPN app offers a broader range of location options, allowing users to choose from over 145+ regions and select specific servers.
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Secure Browser Advantages

Safer Web Browsing: Secure Browser protects you from viruses, malicious links, and other online threats right within your favorite browser.
Anonymous Web Browsing: It prevents device and browser fingerprinting, blocks cookies, and automatically erases browsing history.
No Software Necessary: Secure Browser can be accessed through multiple methods, with the web app eliminating the need to install additional software on your device.

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