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Opera's Browser Proxy Marketed as "VPN"

Opera advertises a free "VPN" service. However, this feature is not a true VPN.
Instead, it functions as a browser-only proxy that encrypts and routes traffic only from the Opera browser — not the entire system.


What a Real VPN Does

  • Encrypts all traffic from your device (not just browser).
  • Hides your IP address system-wide.
  • Protects against ISP monitoring.
  • Secures connections on public Wi-Fi.
  • Privacy depends on the VPN provider’s policies, but many have no-logs commitments.

What Opera's Proxy Does

  • Encrypts and routes traffic only inside the Opera browser.
  • Other apps on your device bypass it and remain exposed.
  • The proxy owner (Opera/parent company) can see and log browsing requests.
  • Usually does not add encryption beyond what HTTPS already provides.
  • ISP can still see which websites you visit (unless HTTPS is used).
  • Offers no protection on public Wi-Fi against sniffing for non-HTTPS traffic.
  • Useful mainly for bypassing geo-restrictions or hiding IP in the browser only.

Why It Matters

Many users believe Opera’s "VPN" provides the same level of security and privacy as a real VPN.
In reality, it only hides your location for browser sessions. It does not provide comprehensive system-wide protection.

Conclusion: Opera’s service is best described as a browser proxy with limited benefits, not a full VPN.

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api2.sec-tunnel.com

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api2.sec-tunnel.com

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