Quick overview
Float Video Browser VPN is an iPhone app that combines a web browser, a floating video player, and a VPN proxy into a single package. It’s designed to make watching videos from a variety of websites more convenient while offering options for privacy and global server access.
Main capabilities
- Picture-in-Picture playback lets you keep a video visible in a resizable, floating window while using other apps.
- The floating pop-up can be moved around the screen for optimal placement and continued listening when you switch tasks.
- Built-in browsing provides a native web experience so you can search for and view videos across many sites directly inside the app.
- Topic-based discovery and access to international servers help you find trending or localized content from different regions.
- An integrated VPN/proxy option enables routing traffic through remote servers for added anonymity and access to geo-restricted pages.
Privacy and connectivity features
The app’s VPN feature allows you to connect to servers worldwide, which can enhance privacy and help bypass certain regional restrictions. If a page fails to load normally, switching to the VPN can often restore access by rerouting your connection.
Limitations and usage notes
Float Video Browser VPN is free to download and use, but some websites may block downloads or other actions due to their own terms of service. Downloading or saving content can be restricted depending on each site’s policies, so the app won’t bypass those rules.
Alternatives to try
- All Video Saver — Free
- Use Safari’s built-in PiP and download features or other established browsers that support floating playback
Technical
- iPhone
- German
- Russian
- French
- Korean
- Chinese (Simplified)
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- Chinese (Simplified)
- Spanish
- Arabic
- Japanese
- Dutch
- Turkish
- Free