Vivaldi Browser

Big Tech is at it again.

Some of you might have seen this already. Google has announced a new policy for Android app developers, which would require them to seek Google’s permission if they want to distribute their apps outside of the Google Play Store (on their own website or on alternative app stores). This would entail:

1) agreeing to their terms and conditions
2) paying a fee
3) uploading a government ID

Which is wrong on so many levels. Nobody should be forced to register with Google if they don’t want to use their services.

In doing so they would be extending their gatekeeping (tentacles) into distribution channels where they’re just not a legitimate authority.

At Vivaldi, we believe you have the right to run whatever software you want on a device you own. That’s why we’ve co-signed this open letter, together with other 53 organisations, requesting Google to back off on the proposed policy before it enters into force.

(Plus, they have have a pretty cool logo 😄)

https://keepandroidopen.org/open-letter/

Happy birthday Mastodon! 🎉

From Vivaldi, a big thank you to @Gargron@mastodon.social, the rest of Mastodon's team and everyone else who enjoys and breathes life into this corner of the internet!

Here's to 10 more! 🥂

The fact that browsing without built-in AI seems like such an innovative thing these days, should make us all think twice.

Keep exploring!

https://www.xda-developers.com/tried-browser-that-doesnt-have-ai/

#NoAI #browser

Three years ago today, we opened the doors to our corner of the Fediverse. 💙

What started as an idea has grown into a friendly space for good conversations, smart humor, and authentic interactions. It’s been amazing watching this community grow with all of you.

Thank you to everyone who’s shared, posted, and made Vivaldi Social part of their online space. You’ve helped shape this community into what it is today.

Here’s to everyone who’s been part of it, and to all the new voices we’ll meet along the way.

Happy 3rd birthday, Vivaldi Social! 🎉

• Team Vivaldi

#VivaldiSocial #Fediverse #Mastodon #Community

Vivaldi 7.9 is here!

We’ve put a lot of effort into this release and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do. ❤️

What are the highlights?

✨ UI Auto-hide
➡️ Follower tab
✉️ Powerful Mail updates

There is real browser magic coming with this release so make sure you get it NOW! 🪄

Read more: https://vivaldi.com/blog/vivaldi-on-desktop-7-9/

Allow us to get out of your way while you explore.

RE: https://social.vivaldi.net/@brucelawson/116170920754461267

Norwegian humour at its finest 👇

The first minor update after yesterday's 7.9 release is out, with several fixes for Auto-hide issues. Check the whole changelog on the blog:

https://vivaldi.com/blog/desktop/minor-update-7-9/

Let's do a fun twist on the classic question: what's the first thing you *uninstall* when getting a new computer/phone? 🤭

#AI #Copilot #BigTech

RE: https://social.vivaldi.net/@TonyVivaldi/116142036165742730

For the last two months, our mascot Tony has been trying to persuade people to leave Big Tech behind as their new year resolution for 2026. We're already in March, so it's time to put an end to this campaign, but we hope you'll let us keep walking with you on this journey towards digital sovereignity.

Here's some mantras for you to repeat in front of the mirror every morning:

"I can make choices."
"My data is mine to control."
"I'm done being used and abused by big corporations."

We've got this!

#digitalIndependenceDay #DiDay #digitalsovereignty #BigTech

Digital security does not have to be difficult, but for a lot of people who don't know where to start, it can be overwhelming.

How can we help others care more about their privacy (and everyone else's)?

There is a lot to learn in this episode, so if you have 45 spare minutes today, we highly encourage you to listen!

Happy to discuss it when you're done :)

https://vivaldi.com/blog/patricia-egger-proton-for-a-better-web/

📊 Tuesday Poll!

Let's do RPG character classes, but browser-user edition. Who do you identify with?

Fighter - pursuer of better web, knowledgeable in influence of dark forces (Big Tech) on common folk

Monk - lover of independency and isolated web, maximum privacy - maximum happiness

Wizard - customization wielder, capable of manipulating the structures of the browser experience

Druid - pursuer of environmentally friendly browsing, rejects built-in AI

Ranger - combining privacy awareness and a taste for personalization to combat mainstream browsers and the commercial side of the internet

#RPG #DnD #Browser #Tech #BigTech