Vivaldi Browser

Vivaldi Technologies AS, established in 2013 by Jon Stephenson von Tetzchner and Tatsuki Tomita, is a Norwegian software development company renowned for creating the Vivaldi Browser. Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, the company has expanded its presence with offices in Seltjarnarnes, Iceland, and a workspace in Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA. Vivaldi Technologies is privately held and remains independent, focusing on delivering a customizable and privacy-centric browsing experience. As of April 2025, the company employs approximately 60 people. In addition to the Vivaldi Browser, the company offers services such as Vivaldi.net, a community-based platform, and Vivaldi Mail, an integrated email client within the browser. Vivaldi Technologies generates revenue through partnerships with search engines like DuckDuckGo, Ecosia, Startpage, Yahoo!, and Yandex, as well as bookmark partners such as Booking.com and eBay. The company also receives donations from users to support its development and services. Vivaldi Technologies is committed to providing a user-centric browsing experience, emphasizing privacy, customization, and community engagement.