Samsung Internet Browser
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Internet Browser
Developed by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
1. Parent Pitch
Use with restrictions — 70/100Sammy can surf the internet with Samsung Internet Browser - it's like a fun treasure hunt where they can explore their favorite websites and videos. But, just like with any app, we need to keep an eye on the ads - they're not too pushy, but we should still have conversations with Sammy about why there are ads and how to make smart choices. One pro tip is that Samsung Internet Browser has an 'Incognito mode' that's perfect for car rides - it helps keep the screen clean from accidental page changes and saves battery life, so we can focus on enjoying quality time with Sammy together.
Editorial guidance by the Intel Audit Pros — Technical Audit Team. Method: how we score.
2. Declared vs Detected
Declared = what the store listing / data-safety posture implies. Detected = what our structured audit record shows. We do not invent packet captures — when a signal diverges (especially offline + location), treat it as a parent red flag.
| Signal | Declared | Detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Advertising Store and audit agree: no ads. | Listed / audited as ad-free | No ad flag in audit record | aligned |
In-app purchases Lower accidental-spend risk. | No IAP flagged | No IAP flag in audit record | aligned |
COPPA / under-13 posture Based on structured COPPA field in our audit record. | COPPA not verified | Treat data prompts as higher risk for under-13s | risk |
Location From audit location field. | No location collection flagged | No location flag | aligned |
Device identifiers From audit device-ID field. | No device-ID collection flagged | No device-ID flag | aligned |
Third-party trackers Count from automated tracker detection — named SDK inventory requires APK forensics when available. | Store listing rarely names every SDK | 0 trackers detected in audit | aligned |
Third-party data sharing Critical for COPPA/GDPR-K style reviews. | No third-party sharing flagged | No sharing flag | aligned |
3. Technical proofs & telemetry surface
Forensic surface from fields we actually store. Named SDK/endpoint dumps appear only when attached to the record — never as filler.
- Package IDcom.sec.android.app.sbrowser
Canonical Android package used as the audit key and URL slug.
- Tracker count0
Automated third-party tracker detection count (not a full SDK name dump).
- Offline capabilityNetwork required
Expect network calls during play; review ads and trackers carefully.
- Safety score inputs70/100
Deterministic formula: COPPA, ads, IAP, tracker_count>3, location — see /methodology.
- Named SDKs / endpointsNot published in this record
We do not list invented hostnames. When APK/network forensics are attached to a title, they appear here; until then the tracker count and privacy flags are the forensic surface.
4. Practical recommendations
Settings tailored to this title's risk profile — do these before the next play session.
- BothTurn on Screen Time (iOS) or Family Link (Android) with a daily games limit
Stops endless sessions even when the game itself is ‘fun and educational’.
- BothPrefer Wi‑Fi only and disable background data for this app if your OS allows it
Cuts unexpected network calls when the game is not in active use.
- BothDo not create an account in the child’s name; skip optional sign-in prompts
Unverified COPPA posture means account data may not meet under-13 rules.
- BothRequire parent approval for new app downloads
Stops the child jumping from this game into riskier related apps via ads or store links.
Data Provenance
Findings are based on the app's public Google Play listing, its declared data-collection practices, and automated third-party tracker detection.
- Last reviewed
- Recently Updated
- Safety score basis
- Deterministic — see methodology
How we scored this audit
The 70/100 safety score is computed deterministically from the audited signals above — COPPA status, advertising, in-app purchases, third-party tracker count, and location collection. The same formula is applied to every title so scores stay comparable across the catalog.
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