Opera integrates Discord, Slack and Bluesky into Opera One's sidebar

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Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA] has integrated Discord, Slack, and Bluesky into the sidebar of its flagship browser, Opera One, responding to user requests for more communication options. These integrations allow users to minimize the number of open tabs and apps, making Opera the central hub for their computer.

The new features have been tested in the Developer stream for the past month and join existing sidebar integrations including WhatsApp, Instagram, and Telegram. Product Director Joanna Czajka emphasized that these additions reflect Opera's commitment to user feedback from various channels.

The integration caters to Opera's diverse user base of professionals, developers, and social media enthusiasts. Users can customize which platforms to enable in their sidebar, with options to activate all or none. To access these new features, users need to update to the latest version or download Opera One and activate their preferred social apps through the Sidebar Setup menu.

Positive

• Integration of Discord, Slack, and Bluesky into Opera One's sidebar
• Reduces need for multiple open tabs and apps
• Responds directly to user feedback and requests
• Expands existing social platform integrations (WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram)
• Customizable user experience with optional platform activation

Negative

• None.

OSLO, Norway, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Norwegian web browser Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA] is adding Discord, Slack, and Bluesky into the sidebar of its flagship browser, Opera One. These integrations come in response to community requests: Opera users voiced the need for more communication options within the browser sidebar.

The integration of these platforms in the sidebar further minimizes the amount of tabs and apps users need to have open at once when using their laptop or PC, and makes the Opera browser the central hub for their computer.

The Opera sidebar is the access point for all the things that users consider important in their browser. These new additions to Opera One have been under testing in the Developer stream of the browser for the past month.

"We're constantly looking at the feedback our users provide underneath our blog posts, on Opera forums, and through social media. Whether you're working with your team on Slack, chatting with your friends on Discord, or keeping in touch with your community via BlueSky, we want you to be able to do that directly from Opera," said Joanna Czajka, Product Director at Opera.

The integration of these applications into the sidebar reflects the diversity of Opera's user base, which spans different communities – including professionals, developers, and social media enthusiasts ready to explore new forms of open and decentralized public conversation. By providing access to these platforms, Opera continues to deliver a browsing experience that users can tailor to their specific needs – all within the framework of the web browser through the sidebar panel. Opera already offers access to several social platforms and messengers, including WhatsApp, Instagram, and Telegram. Users can always decide which of the platforms they want to enable: it can be as many as all or none at all.

To access Discord, Slack, and Bluesky through the Opera sidebar, users need to update their browsers to the latest version – or download it here – and then activate their preferred social apps for display in the Sidebar Setup menu.

About Opera

Opera is a user-centric and innovative software company focused on enabling the best possible internet browsing experience across all devices. Hundreds of millions use Opera web browsers for their unique and secure features on mobile phones and desktop computers. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Opera is a public company listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol OPRA. Download the Opera web browsers and other Opera products from opera.com. Learn more about Opera at investor.opera.com.

 

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FAQ

What new platforms has Opera integrated into Opera One's sidebar?

Opera has integrated Discord, Slack, and Bluesky into the sidebar of Opera One, joining existing integrations like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Telegram.

How will the new OPRA sidebar integrations benefit users?

The integrations minimize the number of tabs and apps users need to have open simultaneously, making Opera the central hub for their computer and streamlining communication across multiple platforms.

When will the Discord, Slack and Bluesky integrations be available for Opera users?

The integrations are available now. Users need to update to the latest version of Opera One or download it and activate their preferred social apps through the Sidebar Setup menu.

Why did Opera (OPRA) add these specific platforms to their browser?

Opera added these platforms in direct response to community requests. The company monitors feedback from blog posts, forums, and social media to determine which features users want most.

Can Opera users choose which sidebar integrations to enable?

Yes, users can decide which platforms to enable in their sidebar through the Sidebar Setup menu. They can activate all available integrations, select specific ones, or choose none at all.