Opera
Opera is a freeware web browser developed by Opera Software, built on the Chromium engine. It is designed to provide private, safe, and efficient browsing with a variety of integrated features for Windows, macOS, and Android.
get.geo.opera.com · Official website
- ✓ Official source (winget)
- ✓ File is identical to the one the publisher released (SHA256 matched)
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
- This is not a virus scan. Check on VirusTotal
- Version
- 139.0.6053.22
- Release date
- Oct. 29, 2026
- License
- Freeware
- Installer type
- exe
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Opera.Opera -eSHA256 (file verification)
83bffc49bf67669be3acee581b028661c9710f802b8f68ccfa4389c3c2ae482bget.geo.opera.com · Official website
- ✓ Official source (Homebrew)
- ✓ File is identical to the one the publisher released (SHA256 matched)
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
- This is not a virus scan. Check on VirusTotal
- Version
- 139.0.6053.22
- License
- Freeware
- Installer type
- dmg
How do I use this?
This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.
brew install --cask operaSHA256 (file verification)
6cd3dc7093bf8aae1d4330d3de717d52d0ee487ae716a3ea73a5af4d8c9018baplay.google.com · Official website
- ✓ Official source (Google Play)
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
- License
- Freeware
We couldn't find a Linux version of Opera in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
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Highlights
- Chromium-based architecture ensuring broad web standards compatibility
- Built-in tools for enhanced privacy and browsing efficiency
- Support for web browser extensions
- Customizable sidebar for quick access to integrated services
Who is it for?
Opera is designed for everyday internet users, researchers, and multitaskers who need built-in productivity tools and sidebar integrations without relying heavily on third-party extensions. It is commonly used for standard web browsing, workspace organization, and managing messaging apps alongside active tabs.
Good to know before installing
- It is proprietary freeware and not open source.
- The built-in VPN functions as a browser-level proxy rather than a system-wide VPN.
- Official support in this release is limited to Windows, macOS, and Android.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button to obtain the installer, or run 'winget install --id Opera.Opera -e' in PowerShell/Command Prompt.
- Run the downloaded setup executable.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.
macOS
- Click the official download button to get the DMG installer, or run 'brew install --cask opera' in Terminal.
- Open the downloaded disk image and drag Opera to your Applications folder.
- Launch the browser from Launchpad or Applications.
Android
- Click the official download button to open the Google Play Store page.
- Tap the Install button to download the browser.
- Launch Opera from your application drawer once installation completes.
Alternatives
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
Frequently asked questions
Is Opera open source?
No, Opera is proprietary freeware, though it is built on top of the open-source Chromium project.
Can Opera use Chrome extensions?
Yes, because Opera is based on Chromium, it is compatible with extensions from the Chrome Web Store.
On which operating systems can Opera be installed?
Opera is available for Windows, macOS, and Android.