CryptoPro, a domestic encryption tool developer, plans to release a new browser with built-in encryption tools in accordance with the requirements of Russian legislation. The company was forced to launch the project after opposition from Google Chrome. Experts say the new browser may force public sector use.
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According to reports, the CryptoPro CSP 6.0 CIPF suite will include “CryptoPro Browser” – which will be a web browser that supports cooperation with profile plug-ins and can establish TLS connections using Russian encryption algorithms.Kommersant“Refer to the company’s letter. “This will make it possible to provide secure access to websites using Russian encryption algorithms, which is also necessary in all use cases that require encryption protection in accordance with the requirements of the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation.”CryptoPro explains. The project has reached an agreement with the FSB.
In February 2025, Google removed the CryptoPro extension from the Chrome Web Store, preventing Chrome users from installing it. CryptoPro then suggested using domestic solutions: the Yandex browser and the open source Chromium-Gost that the company has been developing since 2017. new browser “All developments in this direction will be taken into account”noted in CryptoPro. Experts say the project will cost tens of millions of rubles. New browsers will also be in demand as many sanctioned Russian companies have their international certificates revoked. For average users, Yandex Browser is sufficient, but larger organizations may require specific credential configuration, component management, and dedicated technical support.
The developers of Yandex Browser said that the new CryptoPro CSP suite may include the company’s existing non-commercial projects such as Chromium-Gost and CryptoPro Fox. They said that “Yandex Browser” is now used by more than 30,000 companies and 5.2 million employees – its advantage lies in making full use of all domestic resources, the development of artificial intelligence functions and integration with encryption solutions including CryptoPro. Experts say CryptoPro-Browser could be mandatory for public sector use within a year or two – and it could meet most of the requirements of FSTEC and FSB.
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