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Browser & Offline File Storage

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User verdict / 100 High confidence In trouble

Browser & Offline File Storage has seen a significant negative trajectory recently, with many users reporting that core download functionalities are broken, frequent crashes, and an aggressive paywall that makes the free version unusable, directly contradicting recent stability updates.

4.5★ lifetime (31,939) Free + in-app purchases since 2017 by Yurii Kobets updated 0.5 mo ago recent negative 72% 120 reviews across 4 regions
Download Issues Aggressive Paywall Data Loss & Instability Poor File Management Login & Compatibility Issues
5★36
4★7
3★13
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1★135
recent reviews across 4 regions, vs the 4.5★ lifetime average

Browser & Offline File Storage is an app designed for browsing and offline file storage, particularly for downloading videos and music. While some users appreciate its browser and ability to download content, recent updates have led to widespread complaints about broken download functionality, frequent crashes, and an intrusive subscription paywall that hinders basic use.

What users like

  • Some users find the browser itself to be good and helpful for general browsing.R67R137
  • The app has been praised for its ability to download music and videos when it works.R83R173R200
  • The app is accessible with screen readers.R1

What users complain about

  • The app frequently fails to download videos, often stating it cannot find the link or only downloading HTML files instead of media.R13R18R30R42
  • An aggressive and constant paywall makes the free version nearly unusable, with pop-ups appearing every few seconds.R1R6R15R20
  • Recent updates have caused users to lose all their downloaded files and data.R37R38R39R40
  • The app is buggy, laggy, and prone to crashing, especially when trying to save videos to photos or rename tracks.R8R9R11R19
  • Users report being unable to log into services like YouTube.R3R4
  • File management features like organizing into folders or renaming files are broken or missing.R83R140R150
  • The app sometimes stops working entirely after a few days or a week of use.R16R22R23R27
  • The app's privacy is questioned, with files reportedly being stocked on iPhone files and not supporting Touch ID.R31R181
  • Some users experience excessive spam and malicious websites after updates.R33R36R41

Latest update · v5.9.93

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

Stability updates and bug fixes

Recurring themes

Download Issues negative
Many users report that the primary function of the app, downloading videos and music, is broken. It frequently fails to detect links, downloads incorrect file types (like HTML instead of MP4), or simply refuses to download from popular sites like YouTube. This directly contradicts the app's stated purpose and recent 'stability updates'.R10R12R13R14
Aggressive Paywall negative
A significant number of recent reviews highlight an extremely intrusive paywall. Users are bombarded with pop-ups asking for subscriptions every few seconds, making the free version practically unusable. This prevents users from even testing the app's functionality before committing to a purchase.R1R6R7R15
Data Loss & Instability negative
Several users report losing all their previously downloaded files and data after recent updates. The app is also described as buggy, laggy, and prone to crashing, especially when attempting to rename files, play music, or save videos to the photo library. This contradicts the developer's notes about 'stability updates and bug fixes'.R8R9R11R19
Poor File Management negative
Users are frustrated with the app's inability to organize files. Features like creating folders, moving files into folders, or renaming downloaded content are reported as broken or non-functional, leading to a disorganized user experience.R83R140R150
Login & Compatibility Issues negative
Users report specific issues with logging into platforms like YouTube. There are also mentions of the app not supporting Touch ID, being outdated for newer iOS versions, or having problems with specific file types and sharing.R3R4R31R62

Who it's for

This app is NOT for users who expect reliable video/music downloading, seamless file management, or a functional free tier. It is also not for users concerned about data loss or frequent crashes R37R40.

Evidence note: The recent reviews overwhelmingly skew negative, with many recurring complaints across multiple users. While there are some positive reviews, they are fewer and often generic, or from users who experienced the app working well in the past but now report issues R16R200. The evidence for cons is very strong and consistent.

Frequently asked

Can I download videos from YouTube with this app?
Recent reviews indicate that the app frequently fails to download videos from YouTube and other sites, often stating it cannot find the link or only downloading HTML files instead of actual media R3R4R14R30.
Is the free version of the app usable?
No, the free version is largely considered unusable by recent reviewers due to an aggressive paywall that constantly interrupts usage with pop-ups asking for a subscription R1R6R20R45.
Does the app have issues with stability or data loss?
Yes, many users report that recent updates have caused the app to crash frequently, become laggy, and, critically, delete all their previously downloaded files and data R8R11R37R38.
Can I organize my downloaded files within the app?
Reviewers indicate that file organization features, such as moving files into folders or renaming them, are either broken or non-functional, leading to difficulties in managing downloaded content R83R140R150.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R67] 5/5 · US The browser: I like the browser it is great.
  2. [R137] 5/5 · US Best Browser: very good
  3. [R83] 4/5 · US Great, but could be better: I’ve been using the app for about a week now, and I haven’t faced many problems with it. The audio quality is good, the download process is quick, and it’s able to download everything I need it to. My problem comes with organisation. The app comes with a feature to make folders, but doesn’t allow you to put files into them, and you also can’t change file names, so you’r
  4. [R173] 5/5 · GB Very good app: I used this app to put a song as my ringtone, I found it very easy to find the song using a website called “mp3juices” and this is the only browser app that can download files in a straightforward way, I definitely recommend using it.
  5. [R200] 5/5 · AU Great :]: This is my first time writing a review, and I'll be honest. This app deserves it. I've been using it for roughly 3 years now as a free music player, since most of my songs are obscure and not on Spotify. Plus I get infinite skips, so that's nice. It's been *great*. Simple interfaces, simple downloading process, hella freedom, etc. I love this app. The one and only thing I am not happy
  6. [R1] 2/5 · US Still looking: OK, I don’t wanna be mean like some of these other reviewers have been OK developer I guess I will give you some slack because the app did work with my screen reader and so this developer will get credit for that but the reason it is only getting two stars is because I can’t use it. It won’t let me get past the subscription wall. I can’t even test it out.
  7. [R13] 3/5 · US Having problems with downloading videos: So, when I first downloaded the app it was pretty good at downloading stuff! But then later it started to stop downloading videos and kept saying it couldn’t find the link. Hopefully you can update this bug, thank you!
  8. [R18] 1/5 · US Get better: So I just started using this app right? And I copied the link of the video pasted it on the app pressed done and it kept of saying that it couldn’t download it and try again.
  9. [R30] 1/5 · US Doesn't Work: After trying three uncopyrighted YouTube URLs and being told that they couldn't be downloaded, I realize my time had been completely utterly wasted. Thanks for nothing.
  10. [R42] 1/5 · US I can’t download: I can’t download videos from youtube
  11. [R6] 1/5 · US $$$hungry: Immediately asked me 4 songs into downloading my playlist to pay because “I reached the daily limit”
  12. [R15] 1/5 · US Does not work: And demands payment upfront.
  13. [R20] 1/5 · US Subscription based upon launch.: You can’t use the app without paying into a subscription.
  14. [R37] 1/5 · US Don’t download this app: It just deleted every file I had when it updated don’t download this app
  15. [R38] 1/5 · US Unreliable all of a sudden: All my files disappeared all of a sudden. Not sure if it’s a glitch but it’s disconcerting. Will be canceling my subscription.
  16. [R39] 2/5 · US Hi: Please return the previous version All of music are deleted.
  17. [R40] 1/5 · US Deleted my personal data: Last update they made the app deleted all my videos and audios that i all ready have on it, stay away from it if you like your data and files you download.
  18. [R8] 1/5 · US Keeps crashing when I try to rename tracks: Otherwise ok
  19. [R9] 3/5 · US Decent: It’s a great app but there are very frustrating issues. the language barriers are annoying and It’s pretty finicky and randomly won’t work. You have to try multiple times before the video will download. Random videos will not have sound. Besides that it gets the job done.
  20. [R11] 5/5 · US Update 🙏🏻: This app is laggy. in the searching bar it is laggy and watching videos on YouTube and just videos? Are bad lag or bugs🤔👍😁
  21. [R19] 3/5 · US Buggy: Even with full access you have to try downloading multiple times. If the title of the file is excessively long it will use the tail end for the file extension. I do like the app but the bugs have made the app quit working for me.
  22. [R3] 1/5 · US Dummy: I can’t sign in to my YouTube channel
  23. [R4] 1/5 · US Not Working: Won’t let you log into YouTube.
  24. [R140] 4/5 · US Works Alright: This is a great app, love the features. The only issue is that I can’t move any of my files into folders. Hope this gets fixed soon.
  25. [R150] 3/5 · US Good function, terrible implementation: This app is very useful, but why is it impossible to organize into folders? The move button flat out does not work. Sometimes, ad music will play without there being an ad anywhere, so you have to restart the app again. So many blatant oversights, please, repair some of them.
  26. [R16] 1/5 · US L: After a week of using it refuses to work, I believe they only give you a free amount of downloads before forcing you to pay. Very disappointing app
  27. [R22] 1/5 · US Download: After a week it’s not working downloading for me anymore
  28. [R23] 1/5 · US Stops working days later with no response from support: Eventually stops working after a few days with support not responding to chat or emails. There’s always a reply to chat later or will respond to email, but do not. I’ve rebooted and it asks for additional funds. The bank informed me to screenshot replies and inability to download to support my refund claim.
  29. [R27] 2/5 · US App was perfect at first but stopped working period.: App isn’t working with downloading content anymore…..why?
  30. [R31] 3/5 · US Does Not Support Touch ID: It supports Face ID but not Touch ID. I am only able to unlock it using the PIN on my iPad. Please allow it to use Touch ID.
  31. [R181] 3/5 · CA Why is it stocked on the iPhone files?!: It’s not private enough
  32. [R33] 1/5 · US Update Ruined App: Used this for years to download and store documents but just cancelled my subscription. Recent update leaves browser open to so many malicious websites you can't even complete a download.
  33. [R36] 1/5 · US I used to love it and recommend it to everyone!: Now the spam is unbelievable i can’t access any website because of them and those stupid pop ups freeze the app, well good riddance i guess bye guys
  34. [R41] 1/5 · US Disappointed: I have loved this app for years but I have no idea what they’re doing to it. I can’t download anything cause spam just pops up. Literally every single site, even sites I have used that I had no previous issues with. I also ended up losing all of my files, some that I will never get back. Don’t spend your money on this app cause apparently at any moment all your files will disappear ¯
  35. [R10] 1/5 · US Doesn’t you download from sites: Useless.
  36. [R12] 1/5 · US Unusable: This app does not download anything from the website you are visiting. (Direct copy and paste and URL typing methods were used).
  37. [R14] 1/5 · US The purpose of this ap: Is to download videos from youtube which this ap makes entirely too difficult. Forget using this
  38. [R7] 1/5 · US Malisima: Hay que pagar suscripción , mejor ALOHA APP
  39. [R62] 5/5 · US Developer please 🙏: Improve the app for iOS 17. This app is outdated and doesn't support the feature. · translated
  40. [R45] 1/5 · US nonstop pop ups asking u to upgrade: i’m not paying to use it and there’s no instructions why would i pay. after selecting no it just pops up every single time i press the screen it was so bad i actually had to come write a review. i’m gonna delete it now and use literally any other actually free app. 👎👎

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store