Desktop Snapshots

Desktop Snapshots are work-in-progress builds that are available for anyone to download and test. Try new desktop browser features and fixes before anyone else!

Three monks in orange robes walking along a calm beach at sunrise beside a small anchored boat.

More AutoHide work — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3950.5

February 13, 2026

In this snapshot, we have a more AutoHide work and a few key fixes you asked for.

Colorful butterfly perched on bright orange and yellow flowers.

Crash fixing Friday — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3943.3

February 6, 2026

In this snapshot, we have a couple of crash fixes we need testing. Just using the browser helps, we’ll watch the reports coming in or lack thereof. We also have a potential little performance boost.

Ancient red‑brick temple ruins with hanging trees surrounding them, under a clear blue sky. A tall stupa is visible in the background. Picture taken in Ayuthaya, Thailand.

AutoHide, Mail, Tabs and Crashlogger — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3942.3

February 5, 2026

In this snapshot, we have fixes for AutoHide, Mail, Tabs and our Crashlogger.

Snowy trees

AutoHide re-enabled — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3936.3

January 30, 2026

In this first post 7.8 snapshot, we switch AutoHide back on and give you a bunch of fixes. Enjoy the weekend!

A unicycle leaning on a giant Chritsmas ornament in the snow.

Vivaldi 7.8 RC 4 – Vivaldi Desktop Browser snapshot 3925.53/56

January 28, 2026

Today’s snapshot is the fourth release candidate for 7.8 for desktop and notebooks.

A unicycle leaning against a picture frame. There is snow on the ground and a view out over Oslo

Vivaldi 7.8 RC 3 – Vivaldi Desktop Browser snapshot 3925.45/48

January 27, 2026

Today’s snapshot is the third release candidate for 7.8 for desktop and notebooks.

Frozen waterfall, with trees and building around it

Vivaldi 7.8 RC 2 – Vivaldi Desktop Browser snapshot 3925.41/44

January 26, 2026

Today’s snapshot is the second release candidate for 7.8 for desktop and notebooks.

Multi-colored tiles with intricate patterns on a wall

Vivaldi 7.8 RC 1 – Vivaldi Desktop Browser snapshot 3925.33/36

January 23, 2026

Today’s snapshot is the first release candidate for 7.8 for desktop and notebooks.

A cat sitting in front of a half finished puzzle, given the impression he has been working on it.

Putting the final pieces in place — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3925.32

January 22, 2026

In this snapshot, we have another small fix for tiling and general cleanup.

Fancy hotel with pool at sunset

Tabs and Speed Dial — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3925.29

January 21, 2026

In this snapshot, we have fixes for tabs and Speed Dial, plus a crash fix.

A pigeon looking around a wall

Crunch time — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3925.3

January 20, 2026

In this snapshot, we have (temporarily) switched off auto-hide and follower tabs, to help get 7.8 out the door and ready for a stable release.

Déjà vu drink by a poolside

Even more, more Autohide and Tabs fixes — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3921.9

January 16, 2026

In this snapshot, we have more autohide refinements, some tabs fixes and further crash fixes.