Aloha Browser for iOS: Private Browsing with a Built-In VPN

Aloha Browser for iOS is a privacy-focused mobile browser with a built-in VPN, an ad blocker, a Private AI assistant, and tools to keep tabs and organize online information. It is designed for iPhone users who want greater privacy, fewer distractions, and useful security features without installing multiple apps.

Key features

• Built-in free VPN: Protect browser traffic by connecting to the fastest available free VPN server.

• Ad and tracker blocking: Reduce intrusive advertising, tracking, redirects, and distracting page elements.

• Private AI assistant: Ask questions and complete everyday tasks while keeping requests separate from browsing history.

• Passcode and biometric protection: Secure browser access with a passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID.

• Tab groups: Organize open tabs into named groups and assign colors for faster navigation.

• Snips and customization: Monitor selected parts of webpages from one dashboard and personalize the interface with themes, icons, and display options.

How it works

Aloha Browser works like a standard mobile browser and can also be set as the default browser on an iPhone. The VPN is activated from the shield icon. Free users connect automatically to the fastest available server, while Premium users can select a preferred country.

The ad blocker works automatically and can be adjusted in the browser settings. Users can also hide selected page elements manually when a website contains persistent distractions.

Private AI is available inside the browser. Aloha states that AI conversations are not used for training or personalization, cannot be linked back to individual users, and that the latest conversation is stored locally on the device.

Tab groups help separate work, shopping, travel, and other browsing sessions. Snips allow users to save selected webpage sections and review them from a personal dashboard.

What’s new in recent iOS updates

Recent updates have introduced or improved:

• Manual hiding of distracting webpage elements

• Smoother page and address-bar animations

• Drag-and-drop organization for tab groups

• A redesigned interface for iOS 26

• New themes, app icons, and transparency settings

• Improved stability and more responsive navigation

Free and Premium versions

The free version includes private browsing, the fastest available free VPN connection, ad blocking, tab groups, Passcode protection, Snips, and limited daily access to Private AI.

Aloha Premium adds more than 80 VPN locations, phone-wide VPN protection, always-on and automatic VPN options, additional customization, up to 50 Private AI requests per day, and AI-powered ad blocking. Premium Plus includes the Premium features and expanded Private AI access.

System requirements and limitations

Aloha Browser requires iOS 16.0 or later on iPhone. It is also compatible with iPadOS 16.0 or later and visionOS 1.0 or later.

Some features require an internet connection, an Aloha Profile, or a paid subscription. VPN speed and availability can vary depending on the selected server, network conditions, and location.

Aloha Browser for iOS is suitable for users searching for a private browser for iPhone, an iOS browser with a free VPN, an ad-blocking browser, a browser with Private AI, or a secure mobile browser with Face ID protection.

What's new in this version:

New Features:

- Private AI chats now support smarter caching for faster, more efficient conversations.

Bug Fixes and Improvements:

- Improved handling of duplicate Cloud uploads.

- Fixed Google Sign-In loops on certain websites.

- Improved password saving on websites so save prompts appear more consistently after signing in.

- Fixed cases where web alerts block navigation from Speed Dial.

- Fixed several crashes and stability issues, including memory-related crashes when multiple video tabs are open.