Vivaldi 8.2 (4133.76) for Windows

Vivaldi 8.2 (4133.76) for Windows is the current stable release of the free web browser from Vivaldi Technologies. Built on Chromium and shipping with its own email client, it is aimed at people who like to shape their browser to the way they work; you can download it from vivaldi.com or the Microsoft Store.

Overview

Vivaldi first appeared on 27 January 2015, created by a team that wanted a browser for power users. Because it is based on Chromium, it opens modern websites the same way as other Chromium browsers and can use the same kind of extensions. Around that engine, Vivaldi builds a very flexible interface: the look and layout of the window can be adjusted far more than in most browsers, so it can fit very different working styles. The standout difference is that Vivaldi is also an email client, so mail can live in the same window as your tabs rather than in a separate program. The browser is free, and the company publishes the source of its Chromium modifications. Updates are frequent: several 8.2 builds arrived in September 2026 alone. Vivaldi runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.

Supported systems

Details are on the official download page. The installer is about 156.2 MB according to catalogue data.

How to install

1. Download the installer from vivaldi.com or get it from the Microsoft Store.
2. Run it; the official installation guide explains each option.
3. Pick a layout and theme in the welcome screens, and import bookmarks from your old browser.
4. Enable the mail client later from the settings if you want it.

Safety

Download Vivaldi only from its official site or the Microsoft Store. Old builds for Windows 7, XP and Vista do not receive the same protection as current ones, so use them only on machines you cannot upgrade. Keep the browser updated and install extensions only from trusted sources.

Who it suits

Vivaldi is a strong match for people who spend the whole day in the browser and want it arranged their way: researchers juggling dozens of tabs, writers who keep mail and reading side by side, and anyone who finds mainstream browsers too rigid. If you prefer a browser that just works with default settings and never ask for more, a simpler option may feel lighter. It is also a good second browser for keeping work and personal browsing apart on one PC.

Pros and cons

• Pro: deeply customisable interface.
• Pro: built-in email client.
• Pro: free to use.
• Con: the many options can overwhelm newcomers.
• Con: partly proprietary code.

Alternatives

Other browsers in our listings: Opera, Brave Browser, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. The Vivaldi changelog lists what changed in the latest build.