Temple Browser review
A focused free browser for users who want ad blocking and per-tab privacy controls.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Temple Browser is a free privacy-focused browser for Windows and Android. It is aimed at people who want blocking and privacy routing built into the browser rather than added through separate extensions or applications. Ads, trackers, analytics, pop-ups, and pop-unders are blocked by default, while private tabs clear history, cookies, and sessions when closed. Reader mode, screen-capture protection for sensitive tabs, and local storage of browsing data add further privacy controls.
Its standout feature is per-tab routing. Individual tabs can use Mullvad split tunneling or Tor browsing, allowing different tabs to follow different network paths. Temple also includes Tor component anti-tampering checks and end-to-end encrypted device sync without an account. Mullvad, Chromecast, and Smart TV integrations extend its platform fit, while Windows builds use Microsoft Edge WebView2. Users who want a free browser with granular routing controls and no account requirement will find the feature set well focused.
The trade-offs are platform coverage and distribution. Temple is available on Windows and Android, and Android is distributed as a direct APK rather than through Google Play. It is not open source, and the product is described as an early build. The single Free plan includes all browser features and has no paid tier or pro upsell, making the pricing straightforward. Choose Temple for built-in blocking, private tabs, and per-tab Mullvad or Tor routing; choose another browser if open-source code, broader platform coverage, or standard app-store distribution is a priority.
Temple Browser pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Blocks ads, trackers, analytics, pop-ups, and YouTube ads by default
- Routes individual tabs through Mullvad or Tor
- Syncs devices end to end without requiring an account
- Where it doesn't
- Available only on Windows and Android
- Not open source
- Android is distributed as a direct APK rather than through Google Play
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