The fastest way to delete Opera GX

On Windows, open Settings, go to Apps > Apps & features, find Opera GX in the list, click it, and select Uninstall. On Mac, drag Opera GX from your Applications folder to the Trash, then empty the Trash. Both methods remove the browser completely in under a minute. If you want to also clear your browsing data before uninstalling, you can do that from Opera GX's settings first — but it's not required.

The steps below cover Windows, Mac, and Linux in detail, plus what happens to your saved passwords and bookmarks if you don't back them up first.

Key Takeaways

  • Windows users should uninstall through Settings > Apps & features rather than deleting the folder manually, because the installer removes all related files.
  • Mac users can drag Opera GX to Trash, but should empty the Trash afterward to fully remove the application.
  • Your saved passwords, bookmarks, and browsing history are stored separately and will not automatically transfer to another browser unless you export them first.
  • Opera GX leaves behind a folder with your profile data even after uninstalling, which you can delete manually if you want to remove all traces.

Uninstalling Opera GX on Windows

Open the Start menu and type "Settings". Click the Settings app. Go to Apps on the left side, then select Apps & features. Scroll down or search for "Opera GX" in the list. Click Opera GX, then click the Uninstall button that appears. A confirmation window will pop up — click Uninstall again to confirm. Windows will remove the browser and all its program files.

Do not manually delete the Opera GX folder from Program Files. The uninstaller handles removing all connected files and registry entries that the browser created. If you delete the folder by hand, leftover pieces can remain on your system.

After uninstalling, you can also delete the Opera profile folder if you want to remove all your saved data. Open File Explorer, paste this path into the address bar: %appdata%\Opera Software, and delete the Opera folder inside. This removes your bookmarks, passwords, browsing history, and settings. You only need to do this if you want a completely clean removal.

Removing Opera GX on Mac

Open Finder and click Applications in the sidebar. Scroll down to find Opera GX. Right-click Opera GX and select Move to Trash. Then go to Finder menu > Empty Trash to permanently delete it. The browser and its program files will be removed.

Like Windows, Mac also stores your Opera profile data separately. If you want to delete that as well, open Finder, press Command + Shift + G to open the Go to Folder dialog, paste ~/Library/Application Support/Opera, and delete the Opera folder. This removes all your saved passwords, bookmarks, and browsing data.

Deleting Opera GX on Linux

The method depends on which package manager your Linux distribution uses. If you installed Opera GX from the official repository, open your package manager (such as apt, dnf, or pacman depending on your distribution) and search for Opera GX. Select it and choose Remove or Uninstall.

If you installed it manually, navigate to the installation directory (usually /opt/opera or /usr/local/bin) and delete the Opera folder. You may need administrator permissions to do this. Then delete the profile folder at ~/.config/opera if you want to remove all your settings and data.

What happens to your passwords and bookmarks

When you uninstall Opera GX, your saved passwords and bookmarks stay in Opera's data folder on your computer — they do not automatically delete unless you manually remove that folder. If you want to keep them and move them to another browser, you need to export them before uninstalling.

To export your bookmarks, open Opera GX, go to Menu > Bookmarks > Manage bookmarks. Click the three dots at the top right of the bookmarks window and select Export bookmarks. Save the file as an HTML file. Most other browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari) can import this HTML file directly.

For passwords, Opera GX does not have a built-in export function. If you need to save your passwords, you will have to write them down or use a password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password to store them before uninstalling. Once you uninstall, you cannot retrieve passwords from Opera GX.

Removing leftover Opera GX files

After you uninstall Opera GX through the normal method, some files may remain on your system. These are usually your profile folder (containing bookmarks, history, and settings) and cache files. If you want a completely clean removal with no Opera data left behind, you need to delete these manually.

On Windows, the profile folder is at C:\Users\[Your Username]\AppData\Roaming\Opera Software. On Mac, it is at ~/Library/Application Support/Opera. On Linux, it is at ~/.config/opera. Delete the entire Opera folder in each location. You will not be able to recover this data afterward, so only do this if you are certain you do not need your saved information.

Switching to a different browser

If you are removing Opera GX to use a different browser, you can transfer your bookmarks before uninstalling. Export your bookmarks as described above, then open your new browser and look for an Import option in its settings or menu. Most browsers have an import feature that reads HTML bookmark files.

For passwords, you will need to either manually re-enter them in your new browser or use a password manager that works across multiple browsers. Password managers like Bitwarden, 1Password, and LastPass store your passwords in one place and work with any browser, so you do not have to re-enter them each time you switch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will uninstalling Opera GX delete my bookmarks?

Uninstalling the program does not automatically delete your bookmarks — they stay in Opera's data folder. However, if you manually delete the Opera profile folder afterward, your bookmarks will be permanently removed. Export your bookmarks to an HTML file before uninstalling if you want to keep them.

Can I reinstall Opera GX after deleting it?

Yes. Download Opera GX from opera.com/gx and run the installer. If you deleted the profile folder, you will start with a fresh browser with no saved passwords or bookmarks. If you kept the profile folder, your old data will still be there when you reinstall.

Does Opera GX leave anything behind after uninstalling?

The uninstaller removes the program files, but your profile folder (containing bookmarks, passwords, and history) stays on your computer. You can delete it manually if you want to remove all traces. The location varies by operating system — see the section on leftover files above.

What is the difference between uninstalling and deleting the folder?

Uninstalling through your system settings removes all program files and registry entries (on Windows). Deleting the folder manually leaves behind configuration files and other data. Always use the official uninstall method to ensure a complete removal.

Can I transfer my Opera GX data to another browser?

You can export your bookmarks as an HTML file and import them into another browser. Passwords cannot be exported from Opera GX directly — you will need to manually re-enter them or use a password manager. History and other settings do not transfer between browsers.