Whale Browser 4.39.410.14 for Windows

Whale Browser 4.39.410.14 is a web browser from NAVER Corp., based on the Chromium project. It is widely used in South Korea and combines the familiar Chromium engine with Naver's own tools for multitasking, translation and Naver services. The browser is free, and you can download Whale Browser for Windows from whale.naver.com.

Quick facts

• Version: 4.39.410.14 (previous release 4.38.386.14 on June 25, 2026)
• Developer: NAVER Corp.
• Engine: Chromium
• Platform: Windows
• Licence: free
• Size: about 191.72 MB according to catalogue data

What makes Whale different

Because Whale is built on Chromium, websites behave as they do in Chrome, and many Chrome extensions work too. On top of that, Naver adds features that target people who juggle several things at once. A sidebar can keep a messenger, a notes page or a mobile view of a site open next to the main page. Split screen puts two pages side by side in one window, handy for comparing products or writing while reading a source. Built-in translation helps with pages in Korean, English and other languages. For users who rely on Naver search, mail and other Naver services, the integration is a natural fit. Outside Korea, the appeal is mostly the multitasking tools; the Naver-specific content matters less. As with any browser, the key is regular updates, and Whale's changelog shows frequent releases.

Guide: getting started

1. Download the installer from the official Whale download page.
2. Run it and choose whether to import bookmarks and passwords from another browser.
3. Explore the sidebar and add the services you use most.
4. Try split screen on a wide monitor.
5. Sign in with a Naver account if you want to sync across devices.

Release details are on the Whale changelog, and the main site is whale.naver.com.

Who it suits

Whale is a good match for people who use Naver services daily, students and office workers who compare sources side by side, and anyone curious about a Chromium browser with extra multitasking tools. If you only need a plain browser and use Google services, Chrome or Edge may feel more familiar.

Privacy and safety

• Review sync and data-sharing settings, especially if you sign in with a Naver account.
• Install extensions only from trusted stores and remove those you no longer use.
• Keep automatic updates on; Chromium-based browsers receive frequent security fixes.
• Download the browser only from Naver's site.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Chromium compatibility with Chrome extensions.
• Pro: sidebar and split screen for multitasking.
• Pro: built-in translation.
• Con: many features centred on Naver services.
• Con: large installer.

Alternatives

Other Chromium-based browsers in our listings include Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Vivaldi, Brave Browser and Opera. Mozilla Firefox and Zen Browser use a different engine.