Sidebar Messengers in GX

Swapping tabs? Forget it.

Hammer down those replies without hitting pause on your web rally with integrated messengers inside Opera GX. See more

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Built-in Messengers in GX

Why multitask when you can multi-win? Chat up your crew while cruising through cyberspace.

All chats in GX

Your go-to chats are lined up for action in your Opera GX sidebar. Discord, TikTok, Instagram, X and more.

Pick, click, chat

Drop the extra apps and extensions. Call, chat, share, and send that meme – all from your central HQ.

Notification hub

These aren’t your nagging reminders. Sidebar notifications slide smoothly. Too loud? Ghost them with a click.

Stick 'em up

Lock in your chats while you browse. Pin conversations like your friends on your fridge – and unpin to unwind.

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Wish your convos 
 were just a blink away? 
 Wish granted. Wish your convos 
 were just a blink away? 
 Wish granted.

Wish your convos
were just a blink away?
Wish granted.

GX Control

Boost frames, not fan speed, with CPU and RAM limiters.

GX Mods

Completely customize your GX browser.

Integrated Twitch

Stream on. Twitch lives right in Opera GX.

Integrated Discord

Stay connected to your squad at all times.

Ad Blocker

Your time is epic. Get to the stuff that matters, quicker.

Music Player

All your favorite music and podcasts in one place.

Pinboards

Pin it, plot it, post it. Grab and stash your gems.

Game Deal Aggregator

Get top game discounts fast, right where you play.

Release Calendar

Never miss out on new game drops.

Split Screen

Double the view, half the mess in GX.

Tabs

Group and control your tabs with zero tabxiety.

Free VPN for Mac

Browse privately on Mac devices with GX.

Free VPN for Windows

Browse privately on Windows with Free VPN.

Browser Games

Turn your browser into your playground.

Game Trailers

See upcoming games, straight from the source.

Custom Cursors

Make every click unmistakably yours.

Opera Translate

Read any site in your language.

Tab Islands

Tab overload? Dominate it with Tab Islands.

Tab Emojis

Add some personal flair to your tabs.

GX Corner

Games, releases, news and deals in your corner.

Personal News

Get important news right in your sidebar.

GX Network Limiter

Control your GX browser’s bandwidth.

X in browser

Tweet mid-match, no tab-switch needed.

Live Wallpapers

Ditch the dull. Inject some life into your desktop.

Shaders

Apply visual filters across all websites.

Background Music

Silence is boring. Dynamic music adapts to you.

Force Dark Pages

Dim the lights, turn up the style.

Fake My History

Replace your guilty pleasures with wholesomeness.

RGX Mode

Free your eyes from mediocrity with HD visuals.

Panic Button

F12 to purge. Keep your secrets in one click.

Battery Saver

You’ve got the power. Opera GX extends your battery life.

Workspaces

Tab groups. Switch between different contexts in a jiffy.

Flow

Share files, links, and thoughts across all devices.

GX Cleaner

Exchange your browser’s rubbish for speed.

Free VPN

Privacy without compromise, no strings attached.

Bluesky

Bluesky in your Opera GX browser.

Video Popout

Watch in a floating video window while you browse.

Bookmarks

Your favorite spots, remembered and ready.
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What messengers are in Opera GX’s sidebar?

Opera GX has Discord, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Telegram, TikTok, Instagram, and X (Twitter DMs) built into the browser, so you can keep your conversations within reach while browsing or gaming. No need for extra apps or switching between windows – all your messengers are right in the sidebar.

How do you set up messengers in Opera GX’s sidebar?

Adding messengers to your Opera GX sidebar is quick and easy. Open Opera GX, click the three-dots at the bottom of GX’s sidebar, and select the messengers you want to enable. Once enabled, they’ll appear in the sidebar, ready for instant access.

You could also head to Settings (Alt+P), and find the Sidebar section. From there, click Manage sidebar and select the messengers you want to use. Simply click the messenger icon, log in, and start chatting—no extra tabs needed.

How do you turn on notifications for messengers in Opera GX?

To enable notifications, first log into the messenger of your choice in the Opera GX sidebar. Then, go into the messenger’s settings and enable notifications there. Additionally, check that Opera GX notifications are allowed in your system’s notification settings. This ensures you stay updated without missing important messages.

Are my messages private when using messengers in the sidebar?

Yes, your messages remain private and secure when using sidebar messengers. Opera GX does not store or track your conversations – your chats are handled directly by each messenger’s platform, following their built-in encryption and privacy policies. Your data stays where it belongs, with no interference from the browser.

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