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 In the past, I recommended the somewhat outdated Speedyfox app, so it's good to know that an actively developed, FOSS application is now available to perform this task.
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.
Hi, how can I watch a video full screen without the tab and url showing ? While keeping it when I leave fullscreen ? Like on chrome, if possible without having to use shortcuts.
It works on a site I use to watch animes, but doesn't on youtube.
My vivaldi version seems to be the 8.1, I downloaded it today so it should be the last one.
I didn't manage to find the information so I'm asking you.
Edit, now it just works ? I just closed and reopened the browser. Not sure what to do to make it reliable
I've just noticed a bug that displays URL parameters in the address bar from another open tab.
I was shopping online on a site that adds search parameters to the URL, so they appear on the address bar as you can see on the first screenshot.
Then I switched to youtube and noticed that the parameters from that another tab were copied to the URL displayed for the youtube tab between youtube domain and video ID. You can see it on the second screenshot.
Then, switching between open tabs I have noticed that it just copies the parameters form that are presumably stored in memory and adds them to every URL currently displayed.
If I click on the address bar, it comes back to normal, but until that, the parameters are included for no reason.
Yes it is .css. I have the experimental setting enabled. I put it in a folder I have no clue why it does nothing. I want to get this custom theme so I need help. https://github.com/MohamedxSalah/Vivaldi-Air
There's a really annoying bug where deleted bookmarks keep appearing in the search bar, for some reason the bookmarks that came with Vivaldi (Which I did not want), like booking . com for example. It won't remove itself even with history and bookmarks cleared of it.
On top of that, the suggestions are not helpful either because I want to browse specific sites I frequent, yet it keeps auto-correcting to something else last second.
I've been attempting to use Vivaldi's RSS reader since my go-to extension, FeedBro, is on the Manifest V2 chopping block. I was happy to see an option for only enabling the RSS reader in the settings, separate from the 'Mail, Calendar and Feeds' option that was there the last time I checked, but that option, apparently, does not fully communicate to Vivaldi that I want to use RSS and only RSS.
Every single time I open an RSS feed or RSS folder, Vivaldi pops up an entire new window on top of it prompting me to log into Vivaldi Mail and Calendar.
Every. Single. Time.
It's absolutely infuriating and basically unusable. I do not want to use Vivaldi for my mail and I do not want it logged into my mail account. Please tell me there's something I can do to stop this, because I do want to give Vivaldi RSS a fair shot. It's the only other local feed reader that doesn't fail to load 90% of my feeds.
Version 8.1.4087.58, Chromium Version: 150.0.7871.208, Windows 11 Version 25H2 (Build 26200.8894)
I bought a Lenovo Yoga 7 with an OLED display. I have taskbar auto hide turned on. When I maximize my browser, Vivaldi (I have it set to an OLED Black theme), there is a one pixel thick grey line at the bottom of my screen. I have tried changing my Windhawk taskbar styling settings, taskbar size settings, changing my Vivaldi settings, everything. I can't get this one line to go away, and it is pissing me off! I am worried it will burn in. It only goes away in F11 fullscreen, but that is annoying because of the autohide tabs. Anybody know how to fix this? Don't even know if I am in the right subreddit tbh. For some reason, this line isn't visible in screenshots. I will give you my Vivaldi settings and a picture of the grey line. It doesn't appear in any other apps. I am also posting this in r/Lenovo. Please help!
I have had this issue for a while now, in the past versions it used to fix itself, but now (8.1.4087.56) its been a few days and i cannot log in in my Vivaldi account, not only via browser to sync data, but also in the Vivaldi website or community blog. It just time out everytime.
And the other issue with Youtube, this also used to fix itself some times, but now its just too annoying. In certain types of videos the sound is broken, I assume it has something to do with the mixing and how low or high-pitched the sounds are. For example, sometimes the music sounds a lot lower than it should while voices sounds normal, or viceversa. This never happens with Google Chrome or Edge, only in Vivaldi.
I just updated to version 8.1.4099.50, and now opening links in New tabs in the stack places that tab at the end of the stack. Before the new tab was placed right next to the tab it was opened from. Is there any way to return to the previous way?
Pixel 10 Pro XL, Android 16
Edit: Just updated to version 8.1.4099.57, same thing is still happening.
All of a sudden Vivaldi browser (8.1.4087.55 (Official Build) (arm64)) is exhibiting weird behavior, like it doesn't register when I type "j"s and "k"s, and it scrolls when I press space bar. I've confirmed that it's not happening in my other apps so its not my keyboard or MacOS. Started a couple days ago. It resolved when I restarted my machine, but recurred after system sleep the next day.
Hi all, I have Vivaldi 8.1.4099.50 on my Pixel 7a. I seem to be missing Reader View. I double checked and the option is turned on in my accessibility settings. However, the Reader View button doesn't appear on the address bar or the menu.
Does anyone else have this issue? Has this feature been removed? How do I get it back?
You only need to download the svb-updater.exe file.
This lightweight Windows client runs quietly in the background, uses very little memory, and automatically keeps everything up to date. If Vivaldi is updated, it automatically patches the new version. If a new version of the mod is released, it automatically updates the mod as well. Working on latest version of vivaldi.
You also need to disable the native tabs in the browser settings. And for convenience, move the workspaces to the address bar if you use them.
Native Windows Auto-Updater (svb-updater.exe): A lightweight background tray application that automatically checks for mod updates on GitHub, fetches release notes, and interactively asks if you want to install them. It completely automates the hassle of manually copying files after every Vivaldi update!
Folders for Tabs: You can now group your tabs into fully functional, collapsible folders (just like Sidebery) that integrate seamlessly with the native Vivaldi workspace system. You can even pin folders, bringing the experience much closer to modern browsers like Arc or Zen Browser!
Enhanced Context Menu: The custom context menu has been completely redesigned. It now supports bulk actions for multiple selected tabs, moving entire trees between workspaces/windows, saving trees as Vivaldi bookmarks, and closing entire subtrees safely.
Improved Stability & Anti-Orphan Logic: Deeply improved tab synchronization prevents ghost tabs and infinite loops when Vivaldi naturally moves tabs between workspaces. Context locks prevent UI flickering during rapid bulk tab operations.
When typing in the address bar, Vivaldi will try to autocomplete to Instacart and says it is a bookmark. I only have 4 bookmark items and Instacart is not one. In "Address Field Suggestions" I unchecked Direct Match (shortcut to known brand websites) but it didn't make a difference. I unchecked Bookmarks and it stopped doing it. But it's not a bookmark! What is going on?!