In this series, we have talked about how to block pop-ups in Google Chrome and how to block pop-ups in UC browser; this time around is you will find out how to block annoying pop-ups in Opera browser.
When you are browsing on your mobile phone with Opera browser, a pop-up can completely take over the screen or bombard your device with unwanted tabs, degrading performance badly.
The good news is that whether you are browsing on your phone or on the PC Opera comes with a feature that allows you to put pop-ups in their place.
Opera is one of the most popular browser in Nigeria – across desktop, mobile, and tablet combined – and you can follow the steps below to manage pop-ups.
How to block pop-ups in Opera (Android)
- Open Opera.
- Tap the hamburger menu button in the bottom-right corner, and then tap the gear icon in the middle.
- Scroll down to find Block pop-ups under the sub-head Content.
- Turn off the toggle to allow pop-ups, or turn it on to block pop-ups.
How to block pop-ups in Opera (iPhone/ iPad)
- Open Opera.
- Tap the Opera logo in the bottom tray, and then choose Settings.
- Turn on the toggle for Block Pop-up Windows to block pop-ups, or turn it off to allow pop-ups.
How to block pop-ups in Opera (Windows/ macOS/ Linux)
- Open Opera.
- Click the menu button in the top-left corner, and then choose Settings.
- Choose Websites from the left-hand side.
- Under Pop-ups, choose from the two options to allow or block pop-ups.