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
With Opera's secure browser, your privacy comes first
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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Go to Settings (Alt+P) Advanced > Privacy & Security.
- Under Privacy and security, click Site settings.
How to browse privately
- 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
- 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
- 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.