Best Safest Apps 2026
The #1 safest apps in 2026 is Phoenix - Fast & Safe with a Nerq Trust Score of 67/100 (B-), based on Nerq's independent analysis of 50 safest apps across 5 trust dimensions. Rankings update daily — last updated: 2026-04-26.
According to Nerq's analysis, the top 5 safest apps by trust score are: 1. Phoenix - Fast & Safe (67/100), 2. UC Browser-Safe, Fast, Private (67/100), 3. Dropbox: Secure Cloud Storage (67/100), 4. WhatsApp Business (67/100), 5. Clock (67/100). Nerq Trust Scores range from 66 to 67 among the top 50. Scores are based on 5 independent trust dimensions including security, maintenance, and community adoption. Updated daily.
| # | Name | Trust | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phoenix - Fast & Safe | 67 | B- |
| 2 | UC Browser-Safe, Fast, Private | 67 | B- |
| 3 | Dropbox: Secure Cloud Storage | 67 | B- |
| 4 | WhatsApp Business | 67 | B- |
| 5 | Clock | 67 | B- |
| 6 | 67 | B- | |
| 7 | Google Messages | 67 | B- |
| 8 | Google Assistant | 67 | B- |
| 9 | Messenger | 67 | B- |
| 10 | Microsoft OneDrive | 67 | B- |
Top 50 Safest Apps by Nerq Trust Score
| # | Name | Trust | Grade | Stars | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phoenix - Fast & Safe | 67 | B- | 1093237.0k | Downloader, Status saver, Private, Fast & data-saving |
| 2 | UC Browser-Safe, Fast, Private | 67 | B- | 1127667.9k | UC Browser：Built-in VPN & AI — Private Browser for a Fast, Safe Internet |
| 3 | Dropbox: Secure Cloud Storage | 67 | B- | 1189574.8k | Share files & memories safely. Keep your photos and videos secure. |
| 4 | WhatsApp Business | 67 | B- | 1979549.5k | Simple tool for businesses to talk to their customers. |
| 5 | Clock | 67 | B- | 4791597.2k | The Clock app provides Alarm, World Clock, Stopwatch, and Timer features. |
| 6 | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Social networking app by Meta. Connect with friends, share updates, photos and videos. | |
| 7 | Google Messages | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging. Google Messages is revolutionizing how a b... |
| 8 | Google Assistant | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Google Assistant: Your Hands-Free Helper. Get instant help with everyday tasks using just your vo... |
| 9 | Messenger | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Messenger is a free messaging app that helps you connect with anyone, anywhere. Stay in touch with y... |
| 10 | Microsoft OneDrive | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Microsoft OneDrive’s cloud storage secures photos, videos, and files to keep them protected, synced,... |
| 11 | WhatsApp Messenger | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Meta's messaging app. End-to-end encrypted text, voice, and video. |
| 12 | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Little moments lead to big friendships. Share yours on Instagram. —From Meta Connect with frien... | |
| 13 | Google Play Games | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Games are more fun with the Google Play Games app. We'll help you find your next favorite game – fro... |
| 14 | Facebook Messenger | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Messaging app by Meta. Chat, video calls, and group conversations. |
| 15 | YouTube | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | Get the official YouTube app on Android phones and tablets. See what the world is watching -- from t... |
| 16 | Speech Recognition & Synthesis | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | Power your device with the magic of Google’s text-to-speech and speech-to-text technology. <b>Goog... |
| 17 | Google Photos | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | Google Photos is the home for all your photos and videos. Easily store, edit, organize, and search y... |
| 18 | Rakuten Viber Messenger | 67 | B- | 1254110.4k | Enjoy secure messaging & calling. Safe Messenger: group chats, calls, messages. |
| 19 | Telegram | 67 | B- | 2659632.1k | Telegram is a messaging app with a focus on speed and security. |
| 20 | Samsung Calculator | 67 | B- | 2984693.8k | This app provides the four fundamental operations and engineering calculations. |
| 21 | Google Calendar | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Get the official Google Calendar app, for your Android phone, tablet, or Wear OS device to stay orga... |
| 22 | Files by Google | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | ✨ <b>Free up space</b> on your device with cleaning recommendations 🔍 <b>Find files faster</b> with... |
| 23 | Contacts | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | <b>Back up and sync your contacts across all your devices</b> • Keep your contacts safely backed up... |
| 24 | 67 | B- | 5000000.0k | Messaging app by Meta. End-to-end encrypted calls and messages. | |
| 25 | Android Auto | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | Android Auto is your smart driving companion that helps you stay focused, connected, and entertained... |
| 26 | Gmail | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | The official Gmail app brings the best of Gmail to your Android phone or tablet with enhanced securi... |
| 27 | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | Where real people propel your curiosity. Whether you’re thrifting gear, showing reels to that group ... | |
| 28 | Google Drive | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | Google Drive lets you securely store, intelligently organize and collaborate on files and folders fr... |
| 29 | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | The Google app offers more ways to search about the things that matter to you. Try AI Mode, AI Overv... | |
| 30 | Google TV | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | Google TV, previously Play Movies & TV, makes it easy to find and enjoy the entertainment you love i... |
| 31 | Android Accessibility Suite | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | Android Accessibility Suite is a collection of accessibility apps that help you use your Android dev... |
| 32 | WhatsApp Messenger | 67 | B- | 10000000.0k | WhatsApp from Meta is a FREE messaging and video calling app. It’s used by over 2B people in more th... |
| 33 | YouTube | 67 | B- | 21099628.5k | Enjoy your favorite videos and channels with the official YouTube app. |
| 34 | Booking.com: Hotels & Travel | 66 | B- | 500000.0k | Save on your next trip with the Booking.com app! Find great hotel or apartment deals and book in jus... |
| 35 | Paytm: Secure UPI Payments | 66 | B- | 500000.0k | <b>Paytm (पेटीएम) - Built for India. Trusted by 50 Crore+ Indians.</b> We pioneered mobile payments... |
| 36 | PhonePe UPI, Payment, Recharge | 66 | B- | 500000.0k | PhonePe is a payments app that allows you to use BHIM UPI, your credit card & debit card or wallet t... |
| 37 | CamScanner- scanner, PDF maker | 66 | B- | 500000.0k | Looking for an efficient scanner app? Try CamScanner! CamScanner is an all-in-one scanner app. It t... |
| 38 | Health Connect | 66 | B- | 787968.3k | A simple way to share data between health, fitness, and wellbeing apps |
| 39 | AliExpress - Shopping App | 66 | B- | 815643.1k | Join the AliExpress Anniversary Sale and enjoy amazing finds! |
| 40 | Flipboard:Your Social Magazine | 66 | B- | 848725.2k | Award winning app for latest news and informative stories you want every day. |
| 41 | Flipkart Online Shopping App | 66 | B- | 913236.7k | Amazing Brands | Latest Products | 10 mins Delivery on Flipkart Minutes |
| 42 | Phone by Google | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | Google’s official phone calling app is now available to download for the first time. Phone helps you... |
| 43 | Truecaller: Spam Call Blocker | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | Truecaller's Caller ID & Blocker instantly identifies who's calling, empowering you to block spam, s... |
| 44 | Google Home | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | The Google Home app helps you get the most out of Gemini for Home. See your home at a glance T... |
| 45 | Google Docs | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | Create, edit, and collaborate with others on documents from your Android phone or tablet with the Go... |
| 46 | My Talking Tom 2: Pet Game | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | My Talking Tom 2 is a <b>virtual pet game</b> where you care for Tom, play offline mini-games, and e... |
| 47 | Snapchat | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | Multimedia messaging app. Stories, Snap Map, and AR lenses. |
| 48 | Uber - Request a ride | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | Join millions of riders who trust Uber for their everyday travel needs. Whether you’re running erran... |
| 49 | Google Keep - Notes and lists | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | Quickly capture and share your thoughts, manage your to-dos, and stay organized. Google Keep has all... |
| 50 | 66 | B- | 1000000.0k | Messaging, social media, and payment app by Tencent. Dominant in China. |
How We Rank Safest Apps
These safest apps are ranked by Nerq Trust Score, which evaluates security, maintenance, community adoption, and transparency across multiple data points. Only entities with a trust score of 30 or above are included. Scores are updated continuously as new data becomes available.
FAQ
What are the best safest apps in 2026?
Based on Nerq Trust Scores, the top-ranked safest apps are listed above, scored on security, activity, documentation, and community metrics.
How are safest apps ranked?
Nerq ranks tools using Trust Score v2, which combines security analysis, maintenance activity, documentation quality, and community adoption signals.
Are these safest apps safe to use?
Each tool has an individual safety report. Click any tool name to see its detailed trust analysis.
What does a Nerq Trust Score of A mean?
An A grade (80-89) means the entity has strong signals across security, maintenance, documentation, and community adoption. A+ (90-100) is the highest possible rating.
How does Nerq evaluate safest apps?
Nerq analyzes safest apps across multiple dimensions including security vulnerabilities, license compliance, maintenance activity, documentation quality, and community adoption. Each dimension is scored independently and combined into an overall Trust Score (0-100).