Google Adwords not compatible with Opera
I just tried logging into my Google Adwords account only to find that Googles Ad Center is not compatible with Opera Web Browser.
It annoys me when I see that sites don’t support certain browsers – I know Opera only has a small share of the web browser market – about 1% apparently.
But I would have thought Google would be sure to incorporate all common browsers into its software – I spend ages checking my websites in all browser, using software like Browser Cam, its a shame Google cant follow suit!
Google Adwords blocking Opera is very annoying. Question is, why? If something does not work there is a chance it can be fixed but actively blocking Opera suggests more than just laziness is at work.
Problem still exists in Opera Version 10.11.
It’s the age old battle between design and compatibility. If you want to support all browsers you sometimes have to sacrifice features or design.
It’s the sites decision what path they take – to be fair opera does only account for a couple of percent of the market.
On my sites I strive to make sure I support as many browsers as possible, but not everyone takes the same view.
Aside from that, in my opinion opera is the best browser out there!!!