How to activate the built-in VPN in the Opera browser

Opera is one of the few browsers with a built-in VPN feature that lets you surf the web in a more secure and private mode. This VPN is completely free and requires no additional downloads or installations. It can be especially useful for accessing content that may be restricted in your area, or for an extra layer of privacy when browsing the web. This guide will show you how to enable and use the built-in VPN in the Opera browser.

What is a VPN in Opera?

VPN in Opera allows you to:

• Hide your IP address. This helps you keep your online activities private.
• Safely browse the web on public Wi-Fi networks.
• Access to regionally restricted content: While the VPN doesn’t offer country-specific selection, it does allow you to switch between regions like the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

It’s worth noting that Opera’s built-in VPN only works in the browser, not other apps or services on your device.

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How to activate Opera’s built-in VPN on a desktop computer

Follow the steps below to activate the built-in VPN in the Opera browser on desktop:

Step 1: Download and install Opera

If you haven’t installed Opera yet, download it from the official website:

• Go to https://www.opera.com and download the latest version for your operating system.
• Install the browser and launch it.

Step 2: Go to Opera settings

1. Open Opera and click the Menu button (the red “About” icon) in the top left corner of the browser window.
2. Go to Settings (or Settings for macOS).
   • You can also use the keyboard shortcut:
     • Windows/Linux: Alt P
     • Mac: Command ,

Step 3: Activate the built-in VPN

1. In the Settings menu, scroll down to the Privacy & Security tab.
2. Find the VPN option and toggle it to enable VPN. You can see a description that explains the VPN feature and how it works. Once you enable VPN, the VPN icon will appear on the left side of the Opera browser address bar.

Step 4: Using VPN

1. To activate the VPN, click the VPN icon in the address bar.
2. A small window will appear showing the status of the VPN. Click the toggle switch to turn the VPN on or off.
3. You can also select a virtual location by selecting a region:
   • Optimal location (default)
   • Americas
   • Europe
   • Asia
4. Once the VPN is activated, the icon will change color to indicate that it is active and the window will display information such as the current IP address and data usage.

Step 5: Check the VPN

To make sure your VPN is working, you can visit a website like https://whatismyip.com to check if your IP address has changed.

How to enable Opera’s built-in VPN on mobile devices

Currently, the built-in VPN feature is only available for the Opera desktop browser. However, there is a version of Opera for Android that includes the VPN feature:

Step 1: Download Opera for Android

1. Go to the Google Play store on your Android device.
2. Find the Opera browser and download it.

Step 2: Enable VPN

1. Open the Opera app on your Android device.
2. Tap the Opera (O) icon in the bottom right corner to open the menu.
3. Navigate to the Settings tab.
4. Locate the VPN option in the “Privacy” section and turn it on. The VPN will automatically activate when you open the private tab.

Note for iOS users:

The built-in VPN is currently not available for the Opera browser on iOS devices. However, you can use Opera VPN Pro, a standalone VPN service from Opera that is available in the App Store.

Configure VPN settings in Opera

You can configure the behavior of the VPN service in Opera:

1. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > VPN.
2. Select whether you want the VPN to be enabled:
   • For all browsing or only when browsing in private mode.
   • If you only want to use the VPN when browsing in private mode, be sure to select this option.

Benefits of using Opera’s built-in VPN

• Free to use: unlike most VPN services, Opera’s VPN is completely free and has no bandwidth limits.
• No additional downloads: the VPN is built right into the browser, so there’s no need to install any additional extensions or software.
• Greater privacy: Opera’s VPN helps hide your IP address, making it harder for websites to track your online activity.

Limitations of Opera’s built-in VPN

• Limited Location Choice: Unlike standalone VPNs, Opera VPN doesn’t let you choose specific countries and regions.
• Browser-only protection: the VPN only encrypts traffic passing through Opera’s browser, not other apps on your computer.
• Speed differences may occur: the speed of a free VPN service may be lower than that of premium VPN services, especially when the server load is high.

Conclusion

Activating and using Opera’s built-in VPN is very easy and allows you to increase your privacy while surfing the web. Whether you want to hide your IP address, access region-restricted content, or protect your connection to public Wi-Fi, Opera’s VPN can be a great tool. Just keep in mind that it’s primarily a browser-based solution, and may not offer the same level of flexibility and speed as paid VPN services. By following the steps above, you’ll be able to start using the Opera browser more securely and privately.