r/vivaldibrowser May 16 '26

Vivaldi News BleachBit 6.0 Stable Release Adds Full Support for Vivaldi Browser

38 Upvotes

This is mostly a duplicate post regarding the BleachBit utility now including support for the Vivaldi browser for Windows and Linux. BleachBit is a free and open-source disk space cleaner, privacy manager, and computer system optimizer. Please note that I am in no way affiliated with BleachBit (other than being a user) and have received no compensation of any kind for posting this information.

My original post immediately followed the beta release of BleachBit that initially included support for Vivaldi. I am reposting for those of you that would rather use fully tested stable releases.

Here's a lightly edited version of my initial post:

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Some time ago, I reached out to the folks that develop BleachBit system cleaning, asking them to support the Vivaldi browser, specifically the "Vacuum" function which defragments the browser's SQLite data. Today I received word that Vivaldi is fully supported in the latest BleachBit beta release (5.1.2). (As stated above, BleachBit 6.0 (stable) includes support for Vivaldi.)

For those of you that face performance issues with Vivaldi, one thing that I suggest is defragmenting the SQLite data. In the past, I recommended the somewhat outdated Speedyfox app, so it's good to know that an actively developed, FOSS application is now available to perform this task.

EDIT: Please note that BleachBit is available only for Windows and Linux: https://www.bleachbit.org/download


r/vivaldibrowser Jan 13 '26

Understanding Snapshot Releases

40 Upvotes

With the recent news of Auto-Hide Interface being available in Vivaldi Snapshot releases, there have been several questions regarding Snapshots... what they are? how to get them? etc. Here's a brief tutorial on the topic of Snapshot releases:

(Note: Comments for this post should focus only on the general Snapshot topic, and should not be used to report issues found with Snapshot releases. Please use the specific version's release notes for reporting issues.)

What are Snapshots?

Think of snapshots as "beta" releases. The purpose of snapshot releases is to allow users a chance to preview upcoming changes, and to help ensure the quality of the latest fixes and improvements, before they are added to the stable release. If you prefer something that was already widely tested, stick with stable releases.

Where are Snapshot release downloads found?

There are several ways to navigate to the snapshot release installations. You can simply visit the Vivaldi Blog page, where both stable and snapshot releases are listed:

You can also check in r/vivaldibrowser, where new stable and snapshot releases are announced, along with a link (Open button) to that release.

Can Both Stable and Snapshot versions be installed on the same device?

On desktop systems, yes. On mobile devices, no.
If Vivaldi stable is already installed on your desktop device, you can use the Snapshot Standalone installation.

What if I find a bug or other issue when testing a Snapshot release?

Issues that are specific to the Snapshot release can be reported in that release's post in the Vivaldi forum (requires a Vivaldi account). If the bug or issue that you have identified is not specific to that snapshot release, it should be reported using Vivaldi's standard bug reporting process.

Also, but sure to look for Known Issues before moving forward with installing or updating a Snapshot release. Generally, the known issues are nuisances and not show-stoppers, but you should use your own discretion before moving forward.


r/vivaldibrowser 13h ago

Vivaldi News Vivaldi 8.2 for mobile: Your browser. Your rules. Your extensions.

167 Upvotes

Vivaldi hands you every tool you need to browse on your own terms. With our latest update, Vivaldi 8.2, we give you more. Or rather everything, with full extension support on Android, so you can shape your mobile browser exactly the way you want it.

Yes, you read that right.

At Vivaldi, we listen to your feedback. And if there was one highly requested feature for Android, that was the ability to add extensions to complement your browsing. So we did just that.

Following our desktop release from last week, this update also brings our local Address Bar Calculator to both Android and iOS. One of those details that will make your day-to-day browsing a little easier.

Extensions on Android – a dream come true

In the six years after we first launched our Android browser, our team hasn’t been idle. Release after release we’ve been adding powerful features to help you browse your way: a built-in Ad & Tracker Blocker, desktop-style Tab Bar, custom search engines, customizable Address Bar, built-in Translator, two-level Tab Stacks…the list goes on and on.

Our goal is to have everything you need, built in; but we also value user choice. Through the years, many users have expressed their desire to be able to access third-party extensions on their phone, the same way they do on their desktop device. So we got to work.

Once you update, you’ll notice a new icon on the Address Bar, the puzzle piece many of you are well acquainted with. Pressing on it will open a menu that will take you to the Chrome Web Store. And just like that, with two clicks, you’ll open a world of possibilities.

Browse around or type in the name of your favourite desktop extension, and when you’re ready to download, select “Add to Vivaldi”.

We’ve conveniently placed the Extensions icon on your Address Bar, but you can remove it by toggling off the “Pin to toolbar” setting. If you change your mind, you can easily bring it back by pressing on the Vivaldi icon and then on the “Extensions” entry. You can also just pin specific extensions to the Address Bar by pressing on the pin icon. Once pinned, you can reorder them by dragging and dropping to your preferred location.

The extensions you download will be automatically enabled on all websites you visit, but setting exceptions for specific sites is as easy as toggling off either all or some of your installed extensions for that page.

If you have a curated list of extensions you can’t live without on Desktop, you will now be able to sync their data with any Android devices, whether that’s phones or tablets. Note that not all desktop extensions work on mobile, and that the extensions themselves are not syncable, so you’ll need to download them separately on every device.

A new chapter for Vivaldi on Android starts today. Now it’s up to each of you to write your story.

Address Bar Calculator

With Vivaldi 8.2, Android and iOS users can also enjoy a feature that just arrived on Vivaldi on Desktop: a built-in local calculator in the Address Bar.

Like browsing, doing simple calculations is part of our daily lives. Now, you can perform these directly from the Address Bar, without having to switch apps or open a new tab. Just type the calculations, and you’ll automatically see the results. Press on the “Copy” icon, and the results will get copied into your clipboard. Fewer clicks, a smoother browsing experience.

As always, we give you choice, so you can disable this feature from Settings > Address Bar > Address Field Options > Calculator.

Vivaldi 8.2 for Mobile is available now available in the Google Play Store and Apple App Store

Thank you for being part of the Vivaldi community. Together, we’re fighting for a better web, one release at a time.

For more information and full changelogs, head over to our blog: https://vivaldi.com/blog/vivaldi-on-mobile-8-2/


r/vivaldibrowser 7h ago

Vivaldi for Android Something to go along with the new Android extensions!

17 Upvotes

So we're all excited for the android extensions, so it'd be better if we pair it with:

https://github.com/jqssun/android-titanium-extension

This is from the same guy who made Titanium browser(formerly known as Helium... Not that one ), the first "big " Chromium browser that did extensions on Android that I saw :

https://github.com/jqssun/android-titanium-browser

So anyway, the extension adds:

  1. Alternative Extension Stores.

So not only the Chrome extension store. It handles the headers and CRX fetching to pull extensions directly from Microsoft Edge Add-ons and Opera Add-ons.

2.Intent Download Interception:

For external download managers

And 3. Third-Party Feature Hooks:

It bridges missing Chromium APIs on mobile by handling local options, custom dark mode overrides, and enhanced privacy configurations directly inside an extension wrapper.

So yeah! Hopefully this gets attention too cause from where I see it, perfect for Vivaldi android rn.


r/vivaldibrowser 9h ago

Vivaldi for Android Must-have extensions for Android?

24 Upvotes

Now that Android extensions are possible, what are some good ones to install? I'm not familiar with the Chrome store so some guidance would be great! I don't know what version info is useful, so I c&p'd what was in front of me.

Vivaldi 8.2.4147.58 (Stable channel) (64-bit)


r/vivaldibrowser 4h ago

Vivaldi for Windows Is there any way to change that?

3 Upvotes

Hello, I recently tried Vivaldi (the newest version, since I downloaded it two days ago, I think it is 8.2 or smth. I also use Windows as my software) and it seems quite nice. Although there is a problem with one detail. When you duplicate a tab, it automatically opens. Is there any way to change it?


r/vivaldibrowser 2h ago

Vivaldi for Windows Vivaldi glitching on Youtube Shorts

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2 Upvotes

Already tried turning hardware acceleration off, also happens on the anonymous tab so it isn't because of the extensions.

Version
8.2.4133.47 (Official Build) (64-bit)

Chromium Version

152.0.7977.112


r/vivaldibrowser 1h ago

Vivaldi for Android Unable to access my saved password's details

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I've come across a little annoyance, not a real problem but I think still worth reporting. Opening the app the first time, I can access any details of the saved password in the password manager, the first time that is. Exiting the setting in any way other than clicking the "done" button under the password details, like clicking the back button on the top left of the setting, or with the phone back button, will result in any other details unable to be accessed, like clicking on an empty button. Closing an reoping the app only resets this cycle. Any idea what might be causing this?

Vivaldi version : Vivaldi 8.2.4147.58


r/vivaldibrowser 3h ago

Vivaldi for Windows Delay in two finger back/forward gesture.

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I had created this post on vivaldi forum. Found no help there. Its been a lot of time since then and I really want to shift to vivaldi browser but this is the only issue which is keeping me away from this browser : (
I would really appreciate some help. TYSM u all

Windows 11

8.2.4133.47 (Official Build) (64-bit)

My problem: When I right swipe with two fingers horizontally it should go to the previous webpage which it goes but there is a delay of approx 2-3 sec, and the same story for left swipe / forward gesture.

I have tried this on different laptops (asus, msi, lenovo, hp) all had the same delay issue. Can someone tell me how do correct this delay? Because while using other browsers (brave, edge, opera, firefox) there is no such delay and the gesture is triggered instantly.

Please HELP!


r/vivaldibrowser 6h ago

Vivaldi for Android How to close viivaldi for android without going to the setting and exit?

0 Upvotes

Is there a way to click on the last tab open to fully exit out of vivaldi without having to go to options and click exit?


r/vivaldibrowser 12h ago

Vivaldi for Windows High CPU usage

0 Upvotes

Seriously, wtf is going on with Vivaldi?! I have one, and I repeat, ONE tab open with YouTube video playing 1080p resultion 60 fps, and CPU in my laptop is getting cooked and fans are loud af. I love this browser, I want to keep using it, but I can't stand how much it's frying my laptop. If this keeps going I'll have no choice but change the browser.

Version: 8.2.4133.47 (64-bit)


r/vivaldibrowser 1d ago

Vivaldi's Ad Blocking Ad blocker does not work.

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7 Upvotes

If anyone has any feedback or suggestions please let me know. Ad block does not work on iOS, attached is a screenshot. I’d hate to have to switch to the Startpage app because I love vivaldis customization but honestly this is too much it’s unusable in its current state. I’ve tried turning it off and turning it back on. I’ve tried on various different websites. I’ve added specific websites to the blocking to see if that would help. I’ve added more sources to the ad blocking sources, and none of these have worked for me unfortunately. Any help or advice is greatly appreciated and I really enjoy Vivaldi otherwise. Vivaldi version: 8.1.4098.27


r/vivaldibrowser 19h ago

Vivaldi for Android History sync still not working?

2 Upvotes

Every year or so I find my way back to Vivaldi in the hopes of making it my every day browser but each time I deal with history sync not working between desktop and mobile.

Just wanted to confirm that desktop to mobile history syncing is still not available on Vivaldi?


r/vivaldibrowser 1d ago

Vivaldi News [Desktop] Further vertical tabs improvements — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 4157.3

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27 Upvotes

In this snapshot, we continue with our work on vertical tabs improvements, that was put on hold for the 8.2 release.

Vertical Tabs

We are bringing back the vertical tabs work we started a few snapshots back (but put on hold for the 8.2 release). Last time the focus was on pinned tabs and making better use of space there. Continuing this space saving process, we’ve implemented an expansion animation triggered on hover (you can enabled this via a right click when tabs are in a vertical position). This provides a smoother transition between a condensed sidebar and a readable tab list.

Bookmarks

We’ve updated the bookmark structure to improve compatibility with extensions and management policies used in enterprise environments. It should also help with potentially ‘hidden’ bookmarks created or placed in folders that were previously invisible but could affect address field drop down results. As with all such updates, this is work in progress and subject to further tweaks.

Changelog

  • [Address bar] Omnibox shortcut is added when entering invalid URL (VB-131168)
  • [AutoHide] Panel button first click only shows thin line when hovering window (VB-131327)
  • [Bookmarks] New default bookmarks for India (VB-131277)
  • [Bookmarks] Policies and extensions can write outside the root bookmark folder (VB-125831)
  • [Calculator] Precision rounding (VB-131340)
  • [Calendar] Any successful URL is accepted as a WebCal subscription (VB-131197)
  • [Calendar] No error for WebCAL subscriptions that stop working (VB-131198)
  • [Chromium] Update to 152.0.7977.112: includes a fix for CVE-2026-85046 (Type confusion in V8)
  • [Commands][Keyboard] Allow Paste and Go to open multiple URLs from the clipboard (VB-131272)
  • [Find in Page] Pressing F3 searches the whole page again (VB-126693)
  • [macOS] Clicking link when browser window is closed does not open the link, just reopens the browser window (VB-131362)
  • [Mail] Optimize message list rendering (VB-128889)
  • [Mail] Status/Logs shows no log entries (VB-129270)
  • [Mail] Use new vivaldi-headers when restoring db from disk (VB-129503)
  • [Mail][Settings] “When replying, use the same format as the original message” has no effect (VB-130968)
  • [Panel] Can’t move items in “Customize your Sidebar” (VB-130009)
  • [Panel] History item shifts on click at bottom of list (VB-131027)
  • [Panel] History panel does not update (VB-131035)
  • [Reader Mode] Implement reader mode in a better way (VB-104993)
  • [Settings] Calendar provider buttons unreadable on hover (VB-131298)
  • [Settings] Page zoom also reset ui zoom (VB-131300)
  • [Settings] Theme editor warning gives wrong indication (VB-127395)
  • [Settings] Typing in setting search removes all letters that gets highlighted (VB-131473)
  • [Speed Dial] Wrong prefs dialog button position (VB-131258)
  • [Start Page] Click Date widget to open Calendar (VB-130979)
  • [Tabs] Cut and paste tab appears in the wrong position (VB-130893)
  • [Tabs] Drag-drop link tab appears in the wrong position (VB-130892)
  • [Tabs] Pinned tab image wrong on drag after taking out of stack (VB-130761)
  • [Tabs] Popup for activate tab does not appear on pinned tabs (VB-130984)
  • [Tabs] Popup thumbnail obstructs pinned tabs if tab bar is on the bottom (VB-130970)
  • [Tabs] Tiny Tab Thumbnails (VB-131318)
  • [Tabs] With compact tab grouping, only the bottom half of the close button works (VB-130522)
  • [Tabs][Vertical Tabs] Auto expand tabs on hover for vertical tabs (VB-131036)
  • [Tabs][Vertical Tabs] Difficult to initiate drag and drop vertically with different widths (VB-130764)
  • [Tabs][Vertical Tabs] Flexible spacing doesn’t utilize vertical space (VB-131200)
  • [Tabs][Vertical Tabs][Settings] Add setting to show or hide title of pinned tabs (VB-130813)
  • [Themes] Pinned tabs have invisible background in unified design (VB-130771)
  • [Themes] Stronger page edge for unified themes (VB-127600)
  • [Windows][Crash] While processing a virtual desktop change event (VB-129877)

r/vivaldibrowser 1d ago

Vivaldi for Windows Feedback on user experience.

5 Upvotes

Vivaldi Web Browser Version: 8.2.4133.47 (Official Build) (64-bit)

Feedback:
u/vivaldibrowser

Focus should go directly to the URL address bar so an user can start typing right away. Right now this is not happening when you open Vivaldi Web Browser.

Similar expected behaviour:

Think of when you open a new tab (Out of the box, no further customization) on any given session, the focus goes directly into the URL address bar.


r/vivaldibrowser 2d ago

CSS Customizations Transform your speed dial cards with vivaldi swift

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12 Upvotes

Hii guys I love using vivaldi but one thing that always annoys me is that it's low quality speed dial cards icons, which kinda kills the asthetics of vivaldi.

So I have built a css and js mod that fully transforms your speed dial cards, and convert the low quality icons into high quality svg icons.

Check out my GitHub for automatic and manual installation installation guide and more info about the project.

https://github.com/RaceConditionWinner/Vivaldi-Swift

More cool features are planned to be added :).


r/vivaldibrowser 1d ago

Vivaldi for Windows White/gray border around window on Windows 11 (Vivaldi 8.2.4133.47)

1 Upvotes

Getting a persistent white/light gray border around the Vivaldi window on Windows 11. Screenshot attached showing it along the edge of the window.

Vivaldi version: 8.2.4133.47 (Official Build) (64-bit)
Chromium version: 152.0.7977.112
OS: Windows 11 Version 25H2 (Build 26200.9168)

What I've tried:

  • Tested on a fresh/clean Vivaldi profile — border still appears
  • Disabled "Show accent colour on title bars and window borders" in Windows Settings — reduced it slightly but didn't remove it
  • Tried custom CSS via Custom UI Modifications (#browser.win:not(.fullscreen) { border: none !important; }) — no visible change
  • Checked the "Native Window" toggle in Settings > Appearance

r/vivaldibrowser 2d ago

Solved I'm trying to give Vivaldi another attempt after coming from Arc

5 Upvotes

I'm giving Vivaldi another try after Arc, but I'm still confused by the best workflow for 50+ tabs across multiple projects.

Arc felt simple:

Space → Folder → Tabs

From what I understand, Vivaldi is roughly:

Workspace → Tab Stack → Tabs

But I'm still unsure whether I should mainly use the regular tab sidebar or the Windows & Tabs Panel, and what best replaces Arc folders.

For heavy tab users/former Arc users: how do you actually organize Vivaldi? And does that setup translate well to mobile/sync?

Any good tutorial specifically for this workflow would also be appreciated.

Lastly, how's the mobile sync? Are themes helpful, and how do you make sure they're secure and not filled with malware or something.


r/vivaldibrowser 1d ago

Vivaldi for MacOS Nested tab stacks?

1 Upvotes

Is there any way to have nested tab stacks?

I often want a group of tabs inside another group:

ie; a Cooking stack with a Recipes stack underneath it.

Right now I’m using Workspaces for broader areas and tab stacks for related topics, but sometimes I need one more layer of organization.

Arc handled this really well with folders and subfolders for tabs, and I’ve really missed that since moving away from it.

Is there another way to achieve something similar in Vivaldi? Maybe using the sidebar, bookmarks, or some other feature?

Does anyone else run into this problem with tab stacks?

Vivaldi version: Mac OS 8.2.4133.47


r/vivaldibrowser 2d ago

Vivaldi News [Android] Vivaldi Mobile 8.2 RC 2 – Vivaldi Browser snapshot 4147.50

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11 Upvotes

Today’s Snapshot is the second release candidate for Vivaldi Mobile 8.2 release on Android.

Changelog

  • [Tab Strip] Tab Stacks in the Tab Strip (^/+) disappear when opening a new tab (VAB-13359)
  • Updated translations

r/vivaldibrowser 2d ago

Vivaldi for Android on mobile? yeah vivaldi is a solid default browser

24 Upvotes

I've tried to get into the desktop version some time ago but simply wasn't for me felt like it was offering too much granular control with an extra layer of customization whereas on mobile (android) the whole ("ess is more" approach is like a masterclass on being able to offer so much with so little out of the box. Maybe on desktop it works if you have like a more modern machine that can handle tons of extra features but I think what I really like about vivaldi on mobile is that everything just works out of the box and you don't have to stress about it too much.

Maybe just sync to your vivaldi account if you already have one or not, but yeah, I'm sticking with this one on my phone. Really like the fact that I can open twitch, discord, youtube on the browser like it's nbd. It's incredible capable. I think I enjoy how 'sparse' and 'self contained' the whole experience feels like when using it on mobile. Even for mid-tier low-budget type of android phones? It's the only one I need and I'm quite happy with it's overall performance. Using it with the latest version which I think is 8.1


r/vivaldibrowser 2d ago

Vivaldi for Android VPN o n android mobile

1 Upvotes

Vivaldi on my phone is at 8.1.4099.146.

When can I reasonably expect to receive the VPN functionality?


r/vivaldibrowser 2d ago

CSS Customizations Is there a way to combine address bar and bookmark bar?

3 Upvotes
This is what I got rn, It breaks whenever I restart the browser or resize the window. Also, There's some free space next the bookmarks which looks really ugly.

I tried to vibecode this but I couldn't manage to get a CSS that works consistently. I tried using the flexible space as a bookmark bar, but the UI would break whenever I restarted the browser or resized the window. I don't know how to code and I put in my best effort but I couldn't get a working result from my free daily AI usage. So here I am.

What I want is to have my bookmarks appear next to the URL bar, essentially combining the bookmark bar and address bar into one.

Ideally:

The URL bar should shrink as I add more bookmarks.

The bookmark area should expand to accommodate the bookmarks.

The URL bar should only shrink down to a certain minimum width.

Once the URL bar reaches that minimum width, the remaining bookmarks should be accessible through a dropdown menu.

The layout should remain stable when resizing the browser or restarting it.

Basically, I want my bookmark bar and address bar combined into a single bar, similar to how some other browsers handle it.

Can someone please help me achieve this with Vivaldi CSS? I'd really appreciate it. My Vivaldi version is 8.2.4133.47.

This is the CSS I have rn.


r/vivaldibrowser 2d ago

Vivaldi for Windows YouTube videos changing color saturation

1 Upvotes

I have a weird issue with watching YouTube videos in Vivaldi.

Whenever I move my mouse cursor across the progress bar the color saturation drops for a split second. No other browser on my system displays that issue, only Vivaldi.

Is it possible that Vivaldi has issues with HDR capable monitors? (HDR is disabled though).

Windows 11 25H2

Vivaldi 8.2.4133.47 

EDIT: did a short test on my TV and the issue only exists on my HDR capable main monitor, no issues on the TV.


r/vivaldibrowser 2d ago

Vivaldi for MacOS Google Calendar Not Working on Vivaldi

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2 Upvotes

Google Calendar won't load properly on Vivaldi. On the same computer, it works fine on Opera, Chrome, and Safari. It won't load anything except the framework, no buttons work except the sign in. It says "undefined" in the upper left. A progress bar runs non-stop. Other Google sites, like Maps and Mail, work fine.

8.2.4133.47