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TunnelBear VPN

Tools • TunnelBear, LLC • ⭐ 3.70 • 10,000,000+

No data logging. No add-ons. Just privacy. Just protection

Version 4.9.4 12.5 MB Everyone

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Permissions Explained 15 permissions requested View details

This app requests 15 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status	Permission	What it means	Why it may be used	User safety note
ℹ️ Review	Query All Packages android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
✅ Common	Internet access android.permission.INTERNET	Allows the app to open network connections and communicate with online services.	Commonly used for streaming, syncing, login, ads, analytics, downloads, cloud features, and app updates.	Common permission. Review the app’s behavior if it does not appear to need online access.
ℹ️ Review	Access Wifi State android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
✅ Common	View network status android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE	Allows the app to check whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi, mobile data, or another network.	Often used to avoid loading content when offline or to adjust loading based on connection quality.	Generally low risk by itself.
ℹ️ Review	Send notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS	Allows the app to send notifications to the device.	Used for alerts, reminders, messages, account activity, updates, or media controls.	Review notification settings if the app sends too many alerts.
ℹ️ Review	Receive Boot Completed android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Foreground Service android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Foreground Service Special Use android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive	Modify external storage android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to write or modify files in shared device storage.	Used for saving downloads, media files, exports, edited documents, backups, or cached content.	Sensitive permission. Make sure file access matches the app’s purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive	Read external storage android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to read files from shared device storage.	Used by media players, file managers, backup apps, editors, upload tools, and document apps.	Sensitive permission. Review carefully if the app does not need access to files or media.
ℹ️ Review	Request Ignore Battery Optimizations android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Keep device awake android.permission.WAKE_LOCK	Allows the app to prevent the device from sleeping while a task is running.	Used for media playback, downloads, navigation, alarms, calls, or long-running background tasks.	Review battery usage if the app keeps the device awake too often.
ℹ️ Review	Foreground Service Data Sync android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Vending Billing com.android.vending.BILLING	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Com Tunnelbear Android Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission com.tunnelbear.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About TunnelBear VPN

TunnelBear VPN. Privacy. For everyone. TunnelBear is an easy-to-use VPN app that helps you browse privately and securely from anywhere. With just one tap, TunnelBear changes your IP address and encrypts your browsing data, protecting it from online threats. It’s so simple, even a Bear can do it! Your Privacy Made Simple. Join over 70 million people that trust TunnelBear to: Keep browsing private on public Wi-Fi, at home, and abroad. Protect against hackers, advertisers, trackers, and prying eyes. Bypass blocked websites and apps. Connect to a lightning-fast private network. Provide instant protection with one tap. Access global content with 9,000+ servers in over 47 countries. Cute VPN, Serious Security. Privacy shouldn’t be scary. TunnelBear keeps it simple and sweet with: Grizzly-grade encryption (AES-256 bit). Weaker encryption isn’t even an option. Fierce no-logging policy. Your browsing habits stay private and secure. Unlimited connections across your devices. Annual, independent security audits of our apps. Bear speed +9. Protocols like WireGuard for fast and stable connections. Anti-censorship technologies sourced by researchers worldwide. Free as a Wild Bear. Get 2GB of free browsing data every month – no credit card required. Want unlimited bear-owsing? Purchase one of our premium plans in the app to stay private and secure on all your devices. Happy Tunneling!

What TunnelBear VPN Is Used For

TunnelBear VPN appears to be a privacy and network-utility app for phones that creates an encrypted connection between your device and the internet. Based on the metadata, it is commonly used when people want to browse with a different IP address, reduce exposure on public Wi‑Fi, or add a layer of protection against tracking and other online monitoring. The app category and permissions suggest it needs network access, foreground service support, and battery optimization controls to maintain an active VPN connection.

It may also be used to reach sites or apps that are restricted in certain locations, since the description mentions connecting through servers in multiple countries. The app’s one-tap design suggests it is meant for quick connection rather than advanced manual setup, which makes it suitable for everyday phone use. In-app purchases are available, and the free tier appears to include a limited amount of monthly data. Because it requests broad system permissions such as package querying and storage access, users may want to review those requests in the context of their own privacy needs before using it.

Common uses

Connect to a VPN for private browsing on mobile networks and public Wi‑Fi
Change your apparent location by routing traffic through a different server region
Use encrypted network protection for general internet activity on a phone
Access apps or websites that may be blocked in certain places
Keep the VPN running in the background with foreground service support
Use the free data allowance for light, occasional browsing
Upgrade through in-app purchases if more data or ongoing use is needed

Best for:

privacy-focused users public wi-fi use mobile browsing location-based access simple vpn setup

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App Details

Package:
com.tunnelbear.android

Category:
Tools

Developer:
TunnelBear, LLC

Version:
4.9.4

Updated:
Mar 24, 2026

Min Android:
8.0

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
No

In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: com.tunnelbear.android
Age rating: Everyone

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How to Download TunnelBear VPN

If this app is not hosted directly on APKApps official link, then for the safest and most up-to-date version, install it from its official Google Play listing.