Built into the browser
Free VPN is part of Opera Browser, so there is no separate VPN client or browser extension to install before you can use it.
Opera Free VPN
Opera Free VPN is built directly into the browser. It requires no extra app, extension, subscription or account, and provides unlimited browser VPN data with no bandwidth cap.
Free VPN built into Opera Browser
Enable the VPN from Opera settings and route browser traffic through Opera’s VPN servers. Websites see the VPN server’s virtual location instead of your normal public IP address.
No subscription or login
Opera Free VPN can be used without creating an Opera account, purchasing a VPN plan or signing in to a separate VPN service.
Browsing activity is not logged
Opera describes Free VPN as a no-log service, meaning the VPN service does not keep logs of your browsing activity while you use it.
No data cap or bandwidth limit
Free VPN has no data allowance to manage and no bandwidth cap, so it can remain available during normal Opera browsing without a monthly data quota.
Opera Free VPN vs VPN Pro
Both services are integrated with Opera, but they protect different traffic. Free VPN covers browsing inside Opera, while VPN Pro extends VPN protection across the entire device.
Feature
Opera Free VPN
Opera VPN Pro
Protection
Opera Browser traffic only
Entire device, up to 6 devices
Locations
3 general locations
48 unique locations
VPN servers
100+ high-speed servers
3,000+ high-speed servers
Data & privacy
No data cap, unlimited bandwidth, no-log service
No-log service with device-wide VPN protection
Encryption, DNS protection and virtual locations
Opera Free VPN combines encrypted browser traffic with virtual locations and DNS leak protection. It changes the IP address visible to websites while the VPN is active.
AES-256 encryption
Opera Free VPN uses AES-256 encryption for protected browser traffic sent through the VPN connection.
DNS leak protection
DNS leak protection is included as part of Opera’s Free VPN feature set, helping keep DNS requests within the protected browsing connection.
Europe, Asia and the Americas
On desktop, Opera currently provides three general VPN regions. You can select a region or allow Opera to choose an optimal virtual location automatically.
Opera Free VPN FAQs
How do I enable Opera Free VPN?
On desktop, open Settings, choose Advanced, then Privacy & security, and enable VPN. The VPN badge appears beside the address and search bar; open it to turn VPN on or choose a virtual location.
Do I need an Opera account or subscription?
No. Opera Free VPN does not require an Opera account, paid subscription or separate VPN extension.
Does Opera Free VPN have a data limit?
No. Opera Free VPN has no data cap and offers unlimited bandwidth for browser traffic routed through the VPN.
Does Free VPN protect my entire computer or phone?
No. Free VPN protects traffic inside Opera Browser. For device-wide VPN protection, Opera offers VPN Pro, which can protect the entire device and supports up to six devices.
Which virtual locations are available?
Opera’s desktop Free VPN currently provides three general regions: Europe, Asia and the Americas. You can also let Opera choose an optimal location automatically.
Is Opera Free VPN a no-log service?
Yes. Opera describes Free VPN as a no-log VPN service. It also includes AES-256 data encryption and DNS leak protection as part of its current VPN feature set.
FREE VPN
Use a free VPN without another app or account
Download Opera, enable Free VPN in browser settings, and choose a virtual location when you want VPN protection for your Opera browsing traffic.
