The VPN masks your IP address and encrypts your traffic, making it difficult for local networks (like school Wi-Fi) to see what site you are trying to visit. 2. Use the "VPN Pro" for Better Speeds

Type "VPN" into the search bar at the top of the settings page. Toggle the switch to "On."

If the free VPN is too slow for gaming or high-def streaming, Opera offers a service. This is a device-wide premium VPN that covers up to six devices.

The VPN encrypts your traffic and routes it through an Opera server, masking your real IP address and bypassing local network filters.

Some networks block unencrypted HTTP traffic. Manually type https:// before the URL (e.g., https://example.com ). Opera GX may also have a option in Settings → Privacy & Security.

Sites blocked by your school, workplace, or government (censorship), or content that is region-locked (e.g., "This video is not available in your country").