The Opera Browser has become one of the most significant browsers around the globe. Its stellar performance and easy-to-use interface have impressed its users time and again to go to the top. In addition, most of its features are different, new, and like a breath of fresh air.
Most of us may not know what JavaScript is. Coders and web developers use it for adding different features to a website. However, it can be perilous as it makes the user vulnerable to hackers’ data loss. If you do not take the necessary precautions, you can lose your personal information and be on the verge of cyber theft.
We must understand the gravity of this situation and take possible steps to change Javascript settings per needs. The Opera Browser has the option to disable and enable JavaScript according to our convenience.
My mother is always worried about privacy and security intrusion. So, I decided to teach her about controlling the JavaScript execution in the Opera web browser. Let’s see how it’s done!
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Allow JavaScript on Opera Browser
The JS is a core part of all the modern website, hence, need to use it cautiously without breaking the websites. Several websites will not function properly if you’ve disabled JavaScript, and in such cases, one should enable Javascript.
Here are the steps to enable JavaScript for websites on Opera:
- Launch the Opera Browser on the computer.
- Click on the Settings
from the sidebar.
It will open the Opera Settings page. - Scroll down to the bottom to find the Advanced Settings section.
- Within the Advanced section, go to the Privacy and Security section.
- Click to open the Site Settings tab.
- Scroll down to the Content section, and click on JavaScript options.
It will open the JavaScript setting page. - Enable the toggle button to allow JavaScript on Opera browser.
Alternatively, there’s also an option to add websites exclusively that will have JavaScript enabled. Just click on button under the Allow section and copy-paste the URL of the website of your choice.
It will enable JavaScript for all the websites or specific websites of your choice. It is essential for websites that malfunction without enabling Javascript on Opera.
Block JavaScript on Opera Browser
Javascript can be dangerous without even your knowledge. So before it gets out of your control, it’s better that you take precautions and block JavaScript for websites. Especially the sites that you won’t trust or have a low-security level.
Here are the steps to block JavaScript on Opera Browser:
- Launch the Opera Browser on the computer.
- Click on the Settings from the sidebar.
It will open the Opera Settings page. - Scroll down to the bottom to find the Advanced Settings section.
- Within the Advanced section, go to the Privacy and Security section.
- Click to open the Site Settings tab.
- Scroll down to the Content section, and click on JavaScript options.
- Disable the toggle button to allow JavaScript on Opera browser.
Just like enabling a particular site, you can also go to the Block section underneath and click on the button to insert the website’s URLs that will have JavaScript disabled.
It will help you block JavaScript for all the websites on Opera or select specific websites that you want to stop. Either way, it’s beneficial.
Bottom Line: Allow or Block JavaScript Opera
The Opera Browser has provided a myriad of features for all its users to choose from. Some features are unique and not readily available on other browsers. That’s the reason it is so popular among millennial users across the globe. Opera is innovative and unique.
There’s a high risk of losing your valuable information to fraudsters online with so much happening online. Unfortunately, JavaScript provides a way for them to steal your data.
If you’re not careful enough, it can be pretty dangerous. That’s where the Opera feature to allow or block JavaScript comes into play. It is a step forward to ensure your privacy and security.
It also allows you to add specific websites to either the Allow or Block section without ultimately allowing or blocking all the websites. After I taught my mother about this, she was equally happy and relieved of her security online. She thanked me many times.
Which websites have their JavaScript blocked on your computer? What are your thoughts on the ability to allow or block JS on Opera?