Samsung Internet

What Samsung Internet is
Samsung Internet is a free Chromium-based browser for Android phones and tablets and Windows PCs. It supports continuing browsing between devices, provided both use the same Samsung Account; the handoff also requires Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and the Continue apps on other devices setting. On selected devices running Android 14 with One UI 6.1 or later, Galaxy AI Browsing Assist can summarize or translate webpages and read selected text aloud. AI availability varies by language, region, operating system and device, and may require a network connection and Samsung Account. Video Assistant provides full-screen or pop-up viewing with touch controls for brightness and volume on Android, depending on the webpage. Users can move the menu and URL bar, rearrange the Customize menu and add up to seven features to the toolbar. Quick access displays favorite-site shortcuts at launch. Secret Mode deletes cookies and browsing history after its tabs close, while saved items remain restricted to that mode. PC supports content blockers; Android ad blocking requires a compatible third-party app.
Who it suits
Samsung Internet suits people using Android devices or Windows PCs who want a browser with customizable controls and cross-device continuation. Galaxy AI features are for users with supported devices and software versions.
What it does well
- Free browser for Android and Windows PCs
- Can continue browsing between devices
- Browsing Assist summarizes and translates on supported devices
- Secret Mode clears cookies and history after tabs close
- Privacy Dashboard displays blocked trackers and settings
What to know first
- Android ad blocking requires a compatible third-party app
- Galaxy AI is limited to select devices and software
- Cross-device continuation requires specific account and device settings
Limits
Galaxy AI Browsing Assist is available only on select devices running Android 14 with One UI 6.1 or higher, with availability varying by language, region, operating system and device. Android ad blocking requires a compatible third-party app, and cross-device continuation requires matching accounts, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and the specified setting.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Browser | No paid plans or usage limits stated on the pages reviewed | Free |
As samsung.com lists them, read 12 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open the Samsung Internet website or install it on Android or Windows
- Sign in with the same Samsung Account on devices you want to sync
- Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for continuation
- Turn on Continue apps on other devices
- Install compatible Android add-ons from Galaxy Store if needed
Verdict
Samsung Internet offers browsing across Android and Windows, with AI tools on select Android devices and customizable browser controls. Check device and account requirements before relying on AI or cross-device continuation.
Questions
Is Samsung Internet free?
Yes. The listed Samsung Browser plan costs nothing, with no paid plans or usage limits stated.
Which platforms does it support?
It is available on Android phones and tablets and Windows PCs, with extension support listed.
How does cross-device syncing work?
Both devices need the same Samsung Account. Continuing apps also requires Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and the Continue apps on other devices setting.
Does it block ads?
On PC, Samsung Internet supports content blockers. On Android, a compatible third-party app is required for ad blocking.
What are the Galaxy AI requirements?
Browsing Assist works on select devices running Android 14 with One UI 6.1 or higher. AI features may require a network connection and Samsung Account, and availability varies by language, region, operating system and device.
What does Secret Mode do?
It deletes cookies and browsing history after all Secret Mode tabs are closed. Saved items remain accessible only within Secret Mode.
Facts from Samsung Internet's own pages
- Ad blocking
- On PC, Samsung Browser includes content blocker support; on Android, a compatible third-party app must be installed to block ads. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
- AI availability
- Browsing Assist is available on select devices running Android 14 with One UI 6.1 or higher; Samsung says its basic Galaxy AI features are free. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- AI features
- Galaxy AI features include Ask AI, webpage summaries, translation and reading highlighted text aloud. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
- AI requirements
- Galaxy AI features may require a network connection and Samsung Account, and availability varies by language, region, operating system and device. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Android ad blocking
- On Android, Smart Anti-Tracking is built in, but ad blocking requires installing a compatible third-party app. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Battery
- Samsung says Galaxy hardware optimization can extend battery life while browsing on Galaxy devices. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Biometric sign-in
- Samsung web sign-in can use fingerprint or iris verification on supported biometric-enabled devices and requires accepting Samsung Account and Samsung Pass terms. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Browser
- Samsung Browser lets users browse webpages across mobile and PC, and continue where they left off between devices. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Browser engine
- chromium · samsung.com, 21 Sept 2026
- Built-in ad blocking
- No · samsung.com, 21 Sept 2026
- Company
- Samsung Electronics says it was founded in 1969. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Cross-device sync
- Yes · samsung.com, 21 Sept 2026
- Cross-device use
- Samsung Browser is available on Android phones and tablets and Windows PCs, and supports continuing browsing between devices. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Customization
- Users can move the menu and URL bar, rearrange the Customize menu, and add up to seven features to the toolbar. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Extensions
- Samsung Browser extensions can add features such as translation, security, shopping assistance, and ad blocking; the product page says to download them from Galaxy Store. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Extension support
- own_store · samsung.com, 21 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · samsung.com, 21 Sept 2026
- Galaxy AI
- Browsing Assist can summarize and translate webpages and read selected text aloud on supported devices. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- Suwon, South Korea · samsung.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Platforms
- Samsung says the browser is available on Android smartphones and tablets and on PCs running Windows 10 or later. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- Secret Mode deletes cookies and browsing history after all Secret Mode tabs are closed, while saved items remain accessible only in Secret Mode. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Privacy dashboard
- The Privacy Dashboard shows blocked trackers, privacy protections, and browsing security settings. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Samsung describes its browser as a web browser for phones and tablets. · samsung.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Quick access
- Quick access displays shortcuts to favorite websites when the browser launches. · samsung.com, 11 Oct 2026
Where Samsung Internet stands on Freedom251
- Web browsers#85 of 154
- Mobile Browser Software#19 of 31
- Secure Browser Software#15 of 18
