Is Opera Browser safe?
Opera is a safe browser, built to protect your data and your privacy, first and foremost. With a built-in Ad Blocker, Tracker Blocker, and both free and premium VPN, Opera helps you browse privately and securely, without being tracked. See more
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With Opera's secure browser, your privacy comes first
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More ways that Opera protects you
Opera’s trusted and proven security features are built right into our safe browser, so you don’t need to install third-party extensions for general, or enhanced, privacy.
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How to turn on your browser VPN
When you connect to websites through a secure browser VPN (virtual private network) server, your browsing data is encrypted and your public IP address changes to a virtual IP address. To enable Opera's free built-in VPN service:
- Go to Settings (Alt+P) Advanced > Privacy & Security.
- Under VPN, click Enable VPN.
- A built-in VPN badge will appear at the left end of your address and search bar. Click the badge and toggle your web browser VPN on or off.
How to block ads and how to block pop ups
Opera's Ad blocker makes websites load faster and look cleaner by blocking ad scripts. It also includes tracking protection and stops cryptocurrency mining scripts for a secure browser. To enable these security features:
- Go to Settings (Alt+P)
- Under Privacy protection, toggle on Block ads and surf the web up to three times faster.
- Below that, toggle on Block trackers.
How to enable Crypto Mining protection
Cryptojacking is when someone hijacks your computer and runs scripts to mine cryptocurrency. To stop cryptocurrency mining from happening on your computer:
- Go to Settings (Alt+P)
- Under Privacy protection, click Manage Lists.
- Click NoCoin (Cryptocurrency Mining Protection) to enable this security feature.
How to adjust site settings controls
Opera browser site settings let you customize your internet browser's privacy features and browser security. To set your privacy and security controls:
- Go to Settings (Alt+P) Advanced > Privacy & Security.
- Under Privacy and security, click Site settings.
How to browse privately
Private browsers are secure browsers. When you use a private web browser window, your internet history and activity data is removed as soon as you close all private windows. You can open a private window with a keyboard shortcut, or through the menu.
- On Windows or Linux: Ctrl+Shift+N or O Menu > New private window.
- On Mac: ⌘+Shift+N or File > New Private Window.
How to change search engines
Opera’s default browser search engine is Google, but you can change it or add private search engines like DuckDuckGo. To change, manage, or add search engines:
- Go to Settings (Alt+P).
- Under Search engine, select your preferred search engine from the dropdown menu or click Manage search engines.
How to enable Opera’s password manager
Secure browsers use passwords. You can choose whether Opera saves your passwords for auto sign-in, as well as edit or remove them. To adjust the password manager settings:
- Go to Settings (Alt+P) Advanced > Privacy & Security.
- Under Autofill, select Passwords.
You deserve a better browser
Opera's free VPN, Ad blocker, and Flow file sharing. Just a few of the must-have features built into Opera for faster, smoother and distraction-free browsing designed to improve your online experience.
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