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!

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.

Kids sledging, see from behind the closest rider

Even more Autohide and Tabs fixes — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3919.3

January 14, 2026

In this snapshot, we have yet another round of autohide refinements, some tabs fixes and a couple more crash fixes. [déjà vu anyone? 🤔]

Families playing in the snow

More Autohide and Tabs fixes — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3916.3

January 9, 2026

In this snapshot, we have yet another round of autohide refinements, some tabs fixes and a couple more crash fixes.

Dogs in the snow, with Northern lights

Autohide fixes, smoother mail handling & smarter tiling — Vivaldi Browser snapshot 3913.3

January 6, 2026

In this snapshot, we have round of autohide refinements, a batch of crash fixes, and a minor Chromium bump to round out the update.