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Download Waterfox: Private Web Browser APK 1.0.8.2 arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64 · Android 21+

By BrowserWorks • Updated November 03, 2026
Communication arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64 Native (Java/Kotlin) 298.98 MB
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This is the arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64 build of Waterfox: Private Web Browser 1.0.8.2. Pick this build if your device's primary ABI matches.

File size: 299.0 MB   •   Min Android: 21   •   Target Android: 34   •   Version code: 2024079071   •   Framework: Native (Java/Kotlin)   •   Permissions: 30

File Information

Package Namenet.waterfox.android.release
Version Name1.0.8.2
Version Code2024079071
Architecturearm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Min Android VersionAndroid 21 (API 34)
Main Activitynet.waterfox.android.release.App
FrameworkNative (Java/Kotlin)
File Size298.98 MB
Signature (SHA1)A2F6D8119053FC3A61E08DCF3C35B4D9485BC85F
File Hash (SHA256)6565a7c460522c22724d36dc0eecead97fbf0545dbd6ebe5f1b578eeb7878007

What's New

Follow up to the crash fixes.
* AC Library updated to 130.0.1
* Android support libraries updated

App Description

Waterfox for Android is the privacy focused mobile browser that puts you in control. Created fully open source, Waterfox strips out analytics, telemetry, and unnecessary closed source integrations, instead giving you a clean private browsing experience.

Unlike other Android web browsers, Waterfox does not have any analytics or telemetry that track your usage. It also does not use closed source SDKs or have sponsored shortcuts enabled by default. Integrations like the closed source Pocket read-it-later service have been removed. Additionally, all code related to Chinese censorship has been stripped out.

Waterfox puts privacy first. It blocks online trackers, stopping companies from profiling your browsing habits. It comes with encrypted DNS support using DNS over Oblivious HTTP to prevent censorship. With this unique feature, your DNS queries are hidden to avoid network manipulation and is the ONLY web browser to offer a premium feature for free!

In terms of customization, Waterfox will support add-ons so you can enhance your mobile browsing experience. It also has customizable settings for history, cookies, zoom level, and much more. You are in full control.

Under the hood, Waterfox uses the same lightning fast Gecko engine that powers the largest open source web browser. Pages will load quickly and websites will perform smoothly. Waterfox also supports modern web standards and technologies for the best browsing experience.

Waterfox is independently developed with a focus on user privacy and choice. There are no metrics or data collection happening behind the scenes. Waterfox for Android brings desktop class privacy to mobile.

Give Waterfox a try to take control of your mobile browsing, you can browse the web privately.
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APK Permissions 30

  • android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.CAMERA
  • android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE
  • android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS
  • android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
  • android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES
  • android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
  • android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO
  • android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES
  • android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO
  • android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED
  • android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
  • android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO
  • android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC
  • android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT
  • android.permission.VIBRATE
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
  • android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
  • com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT
  • com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
  • net.waterfox.android.release.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
  • net.waterfox.android.release.permission.RECEIVE_DOWNLOAD_BROADCAST

Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfox: Private Web Browser APK

This variant is built for devices that report `arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64` as their primary ABI. If your device's CPU matches, this is the smallest, fastest version to install.

Yes — the APK's signature has been cryptographically verified against the publisher's signing key. The SHA-256 hash is shown in the File Information panel so you can independently confirm the file matches the original release.

Android 21 (API level 34) or newer. Older devices will refuse the install.

Install a free app like 'CPU-Z' or 'Droid Hardware Info' from the Play Store and look at the ABI / Instruction Set row. Most phones made after 2017 are arm64-v8a; if in doubt, download the universal variant.

All variants are functionally identical — same features, same version. They differ only in which CPU architectures the native code is compiled for, and (sometimes) which screen densities the included graphics target. Pick the one that matches your device for the smallest install size, or pick 'Universal' if you're unsure.