You deserve a better browser
Free VPN, ad blocker and Flow - Just a few of the must-have features built into Opera for faster, smoother and distraction-free browsing.
Free VPN Benefits
Opera’s no-log virtual private network protects your browser privacy. Best of all - it’s free.
Browse privately
Browse with a virtual IP address that helps hide your location and lets you view the web with enhanced privacy within the Opera Browser.
No-log VPN
Opera’s free VPN doesn’t log your activity or collect information, further improving your privacy and security while browsing with Opera.
Built-in
Opera’s free VPN secures your internet traffic within the Opera browser. There’s no need to download any additional apps or browser extensions.
Free
There’s no subscription, login, or payments of any kind. Just download the Opera browser and start browsing privately, for free.
Free VPN in Opera browser. Surf the web with enhanced privacy.
Twitter in the sidebar
Explore and tweet conveniently with a better view on desktop.
Pinboards
Save and collect web content easily, share it visually.
Instagram in the sidebar
Use Instagram in Opera’s sidebar while you browse.
Search in tabs
Work and browse more efficiently with many open tabs.
Workspaces
Organize tab groups in separate customizable workspaces.
Ad blocker
Browse with less distractions and load websites faster.
Integrated messengers
Chat with friends right in your browser without switching apps.
Personal news
A customizable and convenient newsfeed on your start page.
Snapshot tool
Easily capture, edit and share your snapshots from webpages.
Opera Flow
Instantly send files, links and notes between your devices.
Video pop-out
Pop out online videos so they float on top of webpages as you browse.
Import bookmarks
Easily manage, customize and keep your favorite places online.
Free VPN
Browse comfortably with enhanced privacy and security, for free.
Sync data
Synchronize the Opera browsers on any of your devices.
Easy Files
Attach files in one click without digging through folders.
Battery saver
An easy way to noticeably extend your laptop’s battery life.
Unit converter
Automatically convert time-zones, currencies and units of measurement.
Player in sidebar
A world of music and podcasts at your fingertips.
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You know when you don't want to do something, like go out, but a friend makes you and then you're really glad you did. This is one of those situations.
Opera's Free VPN service
The best things in life are free, and your privacy and security should be no exception. While free VPNs may be hard to come by, Opera proves that it is still possible to have a secure VPN browser without having to pay and without browser extensions.
How a virtual private network protects you
When you connect to a website without a VPN, the website can see your IP address. However, when using a VPN connection, internet traffic is encrypted and routed through a remote server so the website sees the address of the server, rather than yours. This is especially useful when you get internet access through public Wi-Fi or have an internet connection that is accessed by other devices. The Opera VPN server locations allow you to choose a location that is optimal for you and your internet service provider.
Use a VPN now
Because Opera's browser VPN is built right in, you are able to use it immediately and don't need to download a VPN extension. Get Opera's easy to use browser VPN free of charge when you download the Opera browser.
To enable VPN in Opera:
- Go to your Settings (Alt+P).
- Select Advanced in the left sidebar, and click Features.
- Under VPN, toggle on Enable VPN.
When you enable VPN, you'll see a VPN badge to the left of your address and search bar. Click on the badge and you will be shown an on/off switch, information about the amount of data transferred, your virtual location, and your virtual IP address. There, you can also switch VPN server locations to switch virtual IP addresses. Enjoy the best free VPN built into your Opera browser.
Opera’s VPN works within the browser
Because Opera’s free VPN service is built into the browser, it keeps the browsing you do within Opera private, but does not apply to your internet use outside of the Opera browser.