Advice Request Opera browser's security

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I want to use Opera browser for desktop. Is it secure? I've heard about it's GX version & Crypto version. What's good ? Opera or Opera GX? What about their Crypto version? Kindly reply. Thanks.
 
Yes, Opera browser is safe to use.

Chromium-based browser's that are updated regularly are secure from vulnerabilities.
  • Opera (standard) generic everyday use
  • Opera GX is geared towards Gamers [Homepage]
  • Opera Crypto is geared towards Web3 [Homepage]
I am unfamiliar with Opera's Crypto browser, but you can read more about it below.
  1. Introducing Opera’s new Web3 initiative: Crypto Browser Project now available in public beta for Windows, Mac and Android
  2. Opera Crypto Browser Unveils Industry-First Web3 Wallet Selector ahead of the Merge; Integrates Metamask
And for Opera GX:
  1. Opera GX now available on Epic Games Store

Opera offers an optional Free tier VPN, and a Pro plan. [Details]
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A VPN software isn't necessary for most users.
 
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How secure Opera browser's free VPN & also Opera browser for desktop & android ?? Also does EIS Safe Banking / Secure Browsing supports Opera browser for desktop ?? Please reply. Thanks in advance.
 
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Should I use it ? Also EIS Secure browser / Banking protection doesn't supports Opera browser I think ...
 
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anirbandutta01 said:
Should I use it ? Also EIS Secure browser / Banking protection doesn't supports Opera browser I think ...
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If you read the links I posted you could answer that question by yourself. Anyway, I personally wouldn't use it, but it might depend on the use case. What are you trying to achieve with the VPN? Do you want additional privacy/security? Or are you trying to bypass geo-restrictions?
 
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Yes, Opera browser is safe to use.

Chromium-based browser's that are updated regularly are secure from vulnerabilities.
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Fully agree with @Ink on this, but their " free " VPN ain't a full fledged one and I personal did a small quick test a few months ago.

malwaretips.com

Opera Expands its VPN Pro Service to Desktop Users

We are ready to unveil an exciting upgrade to the Opera VPN that will further enhance your online privacy. Today, we are introducing VPN Pro to the developer version of our desktop browser. VPN Pro, which is a paid device-wide VPN, is at the same time shipping in Opera for Android. Rest assured...
malwaretips.com malwaretips.com
 
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Kongo said:
I didn't want to scare you off, but I don't think that using Opera is worth it. I'd just use Edge, Firefox or Brave and use the Windscribe Proxy.
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I use EDGE (default browser), Firefox (Primary browser), Chrome & Vivaldi...

bayasdev said:
even better setup your own Wireguard server on a VPS.
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How can I setup VPS ?
 
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anirbandutta01 said:
How can I setup VPS ?
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A VPS is a virtual private server you can buy from many hosting companies such as DigitalOcean or Racknerd, you need to have some Linux knowledge in order to secure it (fail2ban, ufw, etc) and setup the Wireguard service.

How To Set Up WireGuard on Ubuntu 20.04 | DigitalOcean

In this tutorial, you will set up WireGuard on an Ubuntu 20.04 server, and then configure another machine to connect to it as a peer using both IPv4 and IPv6…
www.digitalocean.com www.digitalocean.com

PD: right now I have a VPS from Racknerd ($23 /yr) with Ubuntu Server 22.04 running not just the VPN but many other stuff I have developed
 
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