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Opera for Mac

By Opera Software Free Editors' Rating

Key Details of Opera

  • Opera Browser supports multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, providing a seamless browsing experience across devices.
  • It is compatible with various web content formats, including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, allowing users to explore the modern web easily.
  • Opera has a user-friendly interface that provides a clean and intuitive browsing experience for novice and experienced users.
  • Customization options are plentiful, allowing users to personalize their browsing environment according to their preferences.
  • The browser is compatible with numerous web standards, enabling seamless creation of websites and support for the latest web technologies.
  • It integrates seamlessly with popular web services, increasing user convenience and accessibility.
  • Opera Browser is highly recommended for users looking for a fast, secure, and feature-rich browsing experience.
  • The integrated ad blocker, tracker blocker, and VPN functions suit those who prioritize privacy.

Editors' Review

Download.com Staff Feb 26, 2014

With its long history, Opera for Mac stands as one of the most popular Web browsers in the world. Despite its age, this free product has been constantly updated and optimized to run smoothly and keep feature parity with the rest of the competition. What set the app apart from other browsers are the handy mouse gestures, the Off Road mode that uses less traffic, and the handy news aggregator.

When opened, Opera for Mac presents you with its Speed Dial interface where you can pin your most used sites, set the number of columns, and group sites in folders. While browsing, you have the ability to send sites to the Speed Dial as well as the Stash via an address bar button. The Stash is the app's version of a reading list -- it saves articles for offline viewing and can be accessed in a new tab. Two nice features are the Off Road mode, which compresses the data you receive, saving traffic but reducing security, and mouse gestures for effortless browsing. The app supports plenty of themes and extensions that are available online for free. By registering for a free Opera account, you can sync browser settings across devices.

If you're looking for a fast and reliable browser, you won't be disappointed by Opera for Mac. It stands out when it comes to data compression and gesture support, as well as content discovery. You'll especially like the Discover section, available in new tabs, which lets you browse stories by subject and location, making your browsing experience more enjoyable.

Full Specifications

What's new in version 100.0.4815.13

Opera Browser's Snapshot tool allows users to capture and share web content easily with just one click. You can take snapshots of web pages, edit them using built-in tools, and share them seamlessly on different platforms, enhancing your browsing experience.

Additionally, Opera's integrated player in the sidebar lets you enjoy a wide range of music and podcasts without leaving your browser. You can stream music effortlessly while browsing and accessing a vast library of podcasts, providing a convenient and integrated solution for a more immersive multimedia experience as you navigate the web.

General

Release August 31, 2021
Date Added August 31, 2021
Version 100.0.4815.13

Operating Systems

Operating Systems Macintosh
Additional Requirements
  • macOS Big Sur
    • macOS Catalina
    • macOS Mojave
    • macOS High Sierra
    • macOS Sierra
    • OS X El Capitan
    • OS X Yosemite
    • OS X Mavericks
    • OS X Mountain Lion

Popularity

Total Downloads 561,912
Downloads Last Week 26
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Developer's Description

Opera for computers is a fast and secure browser trusted by millions of users. With the intuitive interface, Speed Dial and visual bookmarks for organizing favorite sites, news feature with fresh, relevant content, speed-boosting Opera Turbo mode and more handy features, Opera has everything you need to do more on the web. Also, with 1700+ available extensions, you can mix and match additional features to customize the browser the way you want.

Opera browser brings you more speed, more safety and more ways to discover content on the web.

Here are some of the key features that will help you make the most of your internet surfing:

* Opera has an intuitive and elegant interface that is integrated with Windows platform. * If you have a slow connection, for example, on congested Wi-Fi and 3G networks, you can speed up your browsing with the Opera Turbo feature. * Opera's news feature brings you the latest articles and other interesting content from all over the world straight to the browser's start page. * With Opera's visual bookmarks, not available in any other browser by default, you can organize your favorite sites in a gallery with page thumbnails. * The Speed Dial lets you keep the most important sites one click away: add sites' thumbnails to the browser's start page and group them in folders, as needed. * In Opera's add-ons catalog, you can get over 1,700 extensions to customize the browser. From sidebar notes and in-browser messengers to advanced developer features - mix and match extensions to get a perfect browsing experience. * Also, you can add a personal touch to the browser by changing background themes (including animated ones!). * Pick up browsing in Opera on another computer or mobile device by syncing your bookmarks, open tabs and other browsing data in the cloud. * Once a new version is available, Opera updates automatically so that you don't miss the latest features and security improvements.

We constantly add smaller and bigger improvements, and we have a lot of updates in the pipeline.

But, Opera isn't just about cool features. It's about your experience on the web - more info, more content, more fun, more communication. We're happy to deliver this to millions of people around the world. Give it a try - download our browser today and join the Opera family!

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