Opera acquires online privacy company SurfEasy


Opera Software has made its first security focused acquisition. The company has acquired SurfEasy Inc., a leading Toronto-based company that provides an easy-to-use VPN solution for protecting customers’ online privacy and security on smartphones, tablets and computers.

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“More and more internet users are starting to question whether they can trust the internet these days, and are actively looking for secure solutions for their phone or computer,”

said Lars Boilesen, CEO, Opera Software.

The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. A VPN or “virtual private network” provides an added layer of internet security by encrypting all internet traffic sent to and from your device. A VPN therefore allows people to access the internet freely, without the fear of compromising their sensitive data.

“By teaming up with Opera, a global internet company with over 350 million users, we are able to accelerate our vision to give users access to simple applications that let them take back control of their online privacy and freedom,” he continues.

said Chris Houston, founder and CEO, SurfEasy.

SurfEasy`s solutions secure public Wi-Fi, protect users’ online identities and unlock websites. At present, Opera plans to keep SurfEasy’s products operational.


Author: Sneha Bokil

Sneha Bokil is a tech enthusiast and is currently using OnePlus 3T but she still treasures her Nokia N70 (M). You can follow her on Twitter @snehabokil and on Google+