At Opera, our philosophy has always been that privacy shouldn’t be a luxury or a complex technical hurdle – it should be a foundational feature in your browser. 

This January, we set out to prove just how much our users value that simplicity. We launched a unique, no-commitment VPN Pro offer for our Android browser, giving users 30 days of state-of-the-art, device-wide protection, completely free and with zero sign-up required.

Over 400,000 users reached

In this roughly one-month pilot, we saw more than 400,000 users activate their 30 days of free access to our premium VPN Pro.

This isn’t just a number to us; it’s a testament to Opera’s incredible reach and distribution power. While accessing VPN services normally involves “onboarding friction” of installing extra apps and creating accounts, we’ve integrated high-end security directly into the tool you use most: your browser.

By removing the barriers to entry – no forms, no credit cards, no passwords – we empowered nearly half a million people to upgrade their digital safety in seconds.

Our offer was built on three pillars that make it unique in the mobile browser landscape:

• One-click activation: No external apps, no new accounts, and no hassle. We built the access directly into the Opera interface you already use.
  
• Zero commitment: You did not need to provide a credit card or payment method. We believe in the quality of our service enough to let it speak for itself – no strings attached.
  
• Global scale: This wasn’t a regional pilot. We rolled this out to millions of users globally, ensuring that whether you’re in Lagos, London, or Lima, you have access to VPN Pro’s protection.

Better protection with VPN Pro

While our standard built-in browser VPN is great for every-day tasks, our premium VPN Pro service transforms your mobile device into a digital fortress. Using the state-of-the-art Lightway protocol, we’ve created a service that offers:

• True global reach: Connect to high-speed servers across 48 countries, giving you a truly borderless internet.
  
• Enhanced security protocols: Benefit from industry-leading encryption that protects your sensitive data on public Wi-Fi, at cafes, or while traveling.
  
• Optimized performance: Enjoy the “express” lane of the internet. VPN Pro is optimized for high-bandwidth activities like HD streaming and gaming without the lag.
  
• Privacy you can trust: Our strict no-logs policy, combined with world-class infrastructure, ensures your browsing activity remains private.

The future of premium privacy

The massive engagement we saw in January confirms that users are experiencing “privacy fatigue.” They want security tools that work instantly and effectively, with no strings attached.

While this 30-day introductory offer was a temporary pilot, the insights we’ve gained are shaping our next steps. We’ve seen a diverse range of responses across different global regions, and we are currently evaluating how to best deliver these premium features long-term. There is a strong possibility this offer will return to selected regions in the future as we continue to refine the experience.

Seeing more than 400,000 users secure their devices via Opera tells us we’re on the right track. We are committed to maintaining this momentum, leveraging our unique distribution to bring state-of-the-art protection to every hand. 

If you haven’t tried it yet, there’s never been a better time to see why Opera remains the most innovative browser on the market. Download Opera for Android here.

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