This is the universal build of Waterfox: Private Web Browser 1.1.3. It contains native libraries for every CPU architecture (arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64), so it installs on any Android device. The trade-off is size — it's larger than per-architecture variants. Pick this one if you're unsure which CPU your phone has, or if you plan to share the APK with multiple devices.
File size: 242.7 MB • Min Android: 21 • Target Android: 35 • Version code: 2025326289 • Framework: Native (Java/Kotlin) • Permissions: 31
File Information
| Package Name | net.waterfox.android.release |
|---|---|
| Version Name | 1.1.3 |
| Version Code | 2025326289 |
| Architecture | Universal |
| Min Android Version | Android 21 (API 35) |
| Main Activity | net.waterfox.android.release.App |
| Framework | Native (Java/Kotlin) |
| File Size | 242.65 MB |
| Signature (SHA1) | A2F6D8119053FC3A61E08DCF3C35B4D9485BC85F |
| File Hash (SHA256) | 3384b1e34cc8046d46af00f44a6588b7856a5c8c2101643b0d51f7c943f8c0af |
What's New
• JPEG-XL images with animations and alpha transparency are now supported
• (Experimental) Fixed various crashes when a custom theme is selected due to missing color definitions
• (Experimental) Fixed various crashes when a custom theme is selected due to missing color definitions
App Description
🔒 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.
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.
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APK Permissions 31
- android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
- android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
- android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
- android.permission.CAMERA
- android.permission.CREDENTIAL_MANAGER_QUERY_CANDIDATE_CREDENTIALS
- android.permission.CREDENTIAL_MANAGER_SET_ORIGIN
- 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_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.adjust.preinstall.READ_PERMISSION
- 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfox: Private Web Browser APK
This is the universal variant — a single APK that contains native libraries for every CPU architecture. It installs on any Android device but is larger than per-architecture variants.
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 35) 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.