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Opera: Private Web Browser

Communication • Opera • ⭐ 4.80 • 500,000,000+

Version 96.3.5010.87899 37.1 MB Everyone

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Permissions Explained 21 permissions requested View details

This app requests 21 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status	Permission	What it means	Why it may be used	User safety note
⚠️ Sensitive	Precise location android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION	Allows the app to access the device’s precise location when granted by the user.	Used for maps, navigation, local recommendations, weather, rideshare, nearby devices, or location-based content.	Sensitive permission. Grant only when location access matches the app’s purpose.
✅ Common	View network status android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE	Allows the app to check whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi, mobile data, or another network.	Often used to avoid loading content when offline or to adjust loading based on connection quality.	Generally low risk by itself.
ℹ️ Review	Access Wifi State android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Bluetooth access android.permission.BLUETOOTH	Allows the app to use Bluetooth features.	Used for headphones, controllers, wearables, cars, smart devices, nearby sharing, or accessories.	Review if the app has no obvious nearby-device or accessory feature.
ℹ️ Review	Change Wifi Multicast State android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive	Camera access android.permission.CAMERA	Allows the app to use the device camera.	Used for QR scanning, taking photos, video calls, document capture, AR features, or profile images.	Sensitive permission. Grant only when camera features are expected.
✅ Common	Internet access android.permission.INTERNET	Allows the app to open network connections and communicate with online services.	Commonly used for streaming, syncing, login, ads, analytics, downloads, cloud features, and app updates.	Common permission. Review the app’s behavior if it does not appear to need online access.
ℹ️ Review	Modify Audio Settings android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	NFC access android.permission.NFC	Allows the app to use near-field communication features.	Used for tap-to-pay, access cards, tags, pairing, identity, transit, or device sharing features.	Review if the app has no clear NFC-related function.
⚠️ Sensitive	Read phone state android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE	Allows the app to access phone status and device-related information.	Used for call handling, carrier services, device identification, account security, or playback interruption handling.	Sensitive permission. Review whether the app has a clear phone-related reason.
⚠️ Sensitive	Microphone access android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO	Allows the app to record audio from the device microphone.	Used for voice messages, calls, video chat, speech search, audio recording, or voice commands.	Sensitive permission. Only grant it to apps where microphone use is expected.
✅ Common	Vibration control android.permission.VIBRATE	Allows the app to control device vibration.	Used for notifications, alerts, haptic feedback, timers, alarms, or game feedback.	Generally low risk by itself.
ℹ️ Review	Keep device awake android.permission.WAKE_LOCK	Allows the app to prevent the device from sleeping while a task is running.	Used for media playback, downloads, navigation, alarms, calls, or long-running background tasks.	Review battery usage if the app keeps the device awake too often.
⚠️ Sensitive	Modify external storage android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to write or modify files in shared device storage.	Used for saving downloads, media files, exports, edited documents, backups, or cached content.	Sensitive permission. Make sure file access matches the app’s purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Browser Permission Read History Bookmarks com.android.browser.permission.READ_HISTORY_BOOKMARKS	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Launcher Permission Install Shortcut com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	C2dm Permission Receive com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Com Opera Browser Permission C2d Message com.opera.browser.permission.C2D_MESSAGE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Com Opera Browser Permission Crashhandler com.opera.browser.permission.CRASHHANDLER	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Com Opera Browser Permission Get Preinstall Data com.opera.browser.permission.GET_PREINSTALL_DATA	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive	Read external storage android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to read files from shared device storage.	Used by media players, file managers, backup apps, editors, upload tools, and document apps.	Sensitive permission. Review carefully if the app does not need access to files or media.

About Opera: Private Web Browser

Your ultimate, no-BS browser – faster, safer, and packed with tools the others wish they had. Free VPN, ad-blocking, tracker-blocking, and total customization, all in one package. Say goodbye to basic and hello to a browser that actually does more than load pages. THE FULL FEATURE LINEUP: 🛡️ Free VPN – Because your privacy shouldn’t come with a price tag. ⛔ Enhanced Ad Blocker – Ads? Nope. uBlock Origin-powered, so it actually works. 👀 Tracker Blocker – Stops others from selling your browsing habits. 🎨 Total Customization – Dark Mode, wallpapers, themes—make it your browser. 🌍 Sync Across Devices – Keep your tabs, bookmarks, and settings wherever you go. 🚫 BLOCK ADS. TAKE BACK CONTROL. Tired of the internet looking like Times Square? Our ad blocker does more than slap a bandaid on the problem—it deletes ads, trackers, and all the other garbage slowing you down. 🛡️ BROWSE PRIVATELY, ANYWHERE. Free VPN = total privacy with just one tap. No sign-ups, no weird data collection, no "7-day free trials" that suddenly charge you $9.99. It just works. 🔒 LOCK DOWN EVERY DEVICE. Need protection beyond Opera? VPN Pro covers everything—your apps, your entire phone, even your grandma’s tablet (if you’re feeling generous). One subscription, six devices. 📉 DATA SAVINGS THAT ACTUALLY SAVE DATA. Why load a 10MB webpage when we can slim it down for you? Opera compresses pages, so you get the speed without the data drain. 🎨 YOUR BROWSER, YOUR RULES. Customize everything—wallpapers, icons, layouts. Dark Mode? Of course. Opera is your browser, not just another cookie-cutter app. Got questions? Check out our Help and FAQ: opera.com/help Terms of Service: legal.opera.com/terms Privacy Policy: legal.opera.com/privacy Ditch the average. Opera is what the internet should be. Download now and upgrade your browsing game.

What Opera: Private Web Browser Is Used For

Opera: Private Web Browser appears to be a general web browser for Android phones, used to visit websites, search the web, and manage browsing across devices. Based on the metadata, it is oriented around everyday internet use while adding privacy and convenience tools such as ad blocking, tracker blocking, and a built-in VPN option.

It may be a practical choice for people who want more control over how pages load and how much data browsing uses. The listed permissions suggest functions common to browsers, including network access, bookmark/history handling, camera and microphone access for web features, and storage access for downloads or saved files. Sync across devices and customization options also point to use cases like keeping tabs and bookmarks aligned between devices and tailoring the browser’s appearance to personal preference.

Common uses

Open websites and browse the internet on a phone
Block many ads and trackers while browsing
Use the built-in VPN option for added privacy features
Sync tabs, bookmarks, and settings across devices
Customize the browser with themes, wallpapers, and dark mode
Save or download web content using storage access
Use camera or microphone features on supported websites

Best for:

Phone users Privacy-focused browsing Ad blocking Cross-device sync Customizable browser

Related tags

ad blocker android browser built in vpn custom browser dark mode browser data saving browser phone browser privacy browser private browser sync bookmarks tracker blocker web browsing

App Details

Package:
com.opera.browser

Category:
Communication

Developer:
Opera

Version:
96.3.5010.87899

Updated:
Mar 26, 2026

Min Android:
Varies with device

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
Yes

In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: com.opera.browser
Age rating: Everyone

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