Opera
FreeChromium-based browser from Opera with a built-in sidebar of messengers, a free browser VPN and an AI assistant.
About Opera
Opera is a long-running browser from the Norwegian company Opera. It is built on Chromium and is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. It runs Chrome-compatible extensions and also has its own add-on store.
What sets Opera apart is the number of built-in tools. A sidebar gives quick access to messaging apps, a free browser VPN encrypts traffic within the browser, and workspaces help group tabs by task. The ad blocker and tracker blocker are built in, along with a battery saver and a built-in player.
It suits people who like having useful tools in the browser itself instead of adding extensions. The browser is free to use. The Google Play listing mentions ads and in-app purchases, so some optional paid features exist, and the VPN built into the browser is a proxy rather than a full system VPN. Anyone concerned about the sponsored shortcuts and bookmarks that Opera includes by default can remove them in settings.
The browser VPN is a proxy for browser traffic, so use a full VPN app if you need system-wide protection.
Version history
2 releases tracked- Windows: Bug fixes and performance improvements
- iOS: Bug fixes and UI improvements
Frequently asked
Is Opera free?
Yes. The browser is free to download and use.
Does the VPN cover my whole device?
No. It covers traffic in the browser only.
Which platforms are supported?
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.
Where does the download link go?
Directly to opera.com or the official app store for your platform. PlanetSofts never rehosts installers or adds wrappers, and these links were last verified Oct 6, 2026.