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Share how you discovered { -brand-name-firefox } and that you use it with { -brand-name-mozilla }’s marketing technology partners. This data is never sold or used to show you ads. <a { $attrs }>Learn how we use the data</a>.

Share how you discovered { -brand-name-firefox } and that you use it with { -brand-name-mozilla }’s marketing technology partners. This data is never sold or used to show you ads. <a { $attrs }>Learn how we use the data</a>.

Get a sneak peek at the latest { -brand-name-firefox } browser features before they’re released.

Get a sneak peek at the latest { -brand-name-firefox } browser features before they’re released.

Test your sites against soon-to-be-released { -brand-name-firefox } browser features with powerful, flexible DevTools that are on by default.

Test your sites against soon-to-be-released { -brand-name-firefox } browser features with powerful, flexible DevTools that are on by default.

Windows installers for corporate IT that simplify the configuration, deployment and management of the { -brand-name-firefox-browser }.

Windows installers for corporate IT that simplify the configuration, deployment and management of the { -brand-name-firefox-browser }.

Get the browser that puts your privacy first — and <strong>always</strong> has

Get the browser that puts your privacy first — and <strong>always</strong> has

Download the browser that puts your privacy first — get { -brand-name-firefox } for Windows, macOS, or Linux on desktop.

Download the browser that puts your privacy first — get { -brand-name-firefox } for Windows, macOS, or Linux on desktop.

Seriously private browsing. { -brand-name-firefox } automatically blocks 2000+ online trackers from collecting information about what you do online.

Seriously private browsing. { -brand-name-firefox } automatically blocks 2000+ online trackers from collecting information about what you do online.

{ -brand-name-firefox}’s privacy settings are strong and easy to use. Brave’s default ad blocking may break the websites you visit, so you have to keep fiddling with it. We want privacy to be convenient enough that you’ll actually <em>use</em> it.

{ -brand-name-firefox}’s privacy settings are strong and easy to use. Brave’s default ad blocking may break the websites you visit, so you have to keep fiddling with it. We want privacy to be convenient enough that you’ll actually <em>use</em> it.

Chrome allows other websites to collect information about you so that they can suggest ads. You can block specific sites from suggesting ads, but you can’t stop the data collection or suggestions from other sites.

Chrome allows other websites to collect information about you so that they can suggest ads. You can block specific sites from suggesting ads, but you can’t stop the data collection or suggestions from other sites.

In fact, by default Chrome monitors which websites you visit and what you do so that it can identify “ad topics” to send you more-targeted ads. You can block three topics but you can’t make them stop identifying other ad topics for you.

In fact, by default Chrome monitors which websites you visit and what you do so that it can identify “ad topics” to send you more-targeted ads. You can block three topics but you can’t make them stop identifying other ad topics for you.

{ -brand-name-firefox } makes privacy protection easy and convenient, so that you don’t have to worry about it.

{ -brand-name-firefox } makes privacy protection easy and convenient, so that you don’t have to worry about it.

Always-on tracking protection: by default, { -brand-name-firefox } runs Enhanced Tracking Protection (ETP) to protect your personal data from known ad trackers, social trackers and cryptomining scripts that follow you around the web.

Always-on tracking protection: by default, { -brand-name-firefox } runs Enhanced Tracking Protection (ETP) to protect your personal data from known ad trackers, social trackers and cryptomining scripts that follow you around the web.

Install { -brand-name-firefox } as a { -brand-name-linux } app: going this route takes a few more steps, but it’s worth it. When you install the { -brand-name-firefox } browser as a { -brand-name-linux } app, you get the { -brand-name-firefox } desktop browser and all the benefits that come with, including Enhanced Tracking Protection, a built-in password manager, access to thousands of add-ons (including UBlock Origin ad blocker), and themes to customize the look of your browser. <a { $url }>Learn more about installing { -brand-name-firefox } desktop browser for { -brand-name-chromebook }.</a>

Install { -brand-name-firefox } as a { -brand-name-linux } app: going this route takes a few more steps, but it’s worth it. When you install the { -brand-name-firefox } browser as a { -brand-name-linux } app, you get the { -brand-name-firefox } desktop browser and all the benefits that come with, including Enhanced Tracking Protection, a built-in password manager, access to thousands of add-ons (including UBlock Origin ad blocker), and themes to customize the look of your browser. <a { $url }>Learn more about installing { -brand-name-firefox } desktop browser for { -brand-name-chromebook }.</a>

Supporting independent technology: since most major browsers are now running on { -brand-name-chromium }, there are fewer options that don’t feed into the Big Tech machine. { -brand-name-firefox } is backed by a not-for-profit and is dedicated to fixing the internet. Using { -brand-name-firefox } makes you a part of that.

Supporting independent technology: since most major browsers are now running on { -brand-name-chromium }, there are fewer options that don’t feed into the Big Tech machine. { -brand-name-firefox } is backed by a not-for-profit and is dedicated to fixing the internet. Using { -brand-name-firefox } makes you a part of that.

Got lots of open tabs? No problem, organize them into Collections to stay on task. Collections can also be shared across devices so you can continue browsing the same things no matter what device you’re using.

Got lots of open tabs? No problem, organize them into Collections to stay on task. Collections can also be shared across devices so you can continue browsing the same things no matter what device you’re using.

{ -brand-name-firefox-focus } blocks a wide range of common trackers by default including social trackers and those sticky ones that come from things like { -brand-name-facebook } ads.

{ -brand-name-firefox-focus } blocks a wide range of common trackers by default including social trackers and those sticky ones that come from things like { -brand-name-facebook } ads.

“Private browsing” on most browsers isn’t really all that private. { -brand-name-firefox-focus } offers next-level privacy by default and it’s backed by { -brand-name-mozilla }, the non-profit that fights for your rights on the web.

“Private browsing” on most browsers isn’t really all that private. { -brand-name-firefox-focus } offers next-level privacy by default and it’s backed by { -brand-name-mozilla }, the non-profit that fights for your rights on the web.

We believe everyone should have control over their lives online. That’s what we’ve been fighting for since 1998.

We believe everyone should have control over their lives online. That’s what we’ve been fighting for since 1998.

Infinitely customizable, private and secure, { -brand-name-firefox } for { -brand-name-android } is a lightning-fast browser that will never sell you out.

Infinitely customizable, private and secure, { -brand-name-firefox } for { -brand-name-android } is a lightning-fast browser that will never sell you out.

Discover more of what you love

Discover more of what you love

Now { -brand-name-iphone } and { -brand-name-ipad } users can choose their own default browser. That means you’re not stuck using { -brand-name-safari }, and your mobile browser can stay synced with your favorite desktop browser. Plus, when you set { -brand-name-firefox } as your default browser, you’re supporting an independent tech company. { -brand-name-firefox } is also the only major browser backed by a non-profit.

Now { -brand-name-iphone } and { -brand-name-ipad } users can choose their own default browser. That means you’re not stuck using { -brand-name-safari }, and your mobile browser can stay synced with your favorite desktop browser. Plus, when you set { -brand-name-firefox } as your default browser, you’re supporting an independent tech company. { -brand-name-firefox } is also the only major browser backed by a non-profit.

{ -brand-name-beta } is an unstable testing and development platform. By default, { -brand-name-beta } sends data to { -brand-name-mozilla } — and sometimes our partners — to help us handle problems and try ideas. <a href="{ $link }">Learn what is shared</a>.

{ -brand-name-beta } is an unstable testing and development platform. By default, { -brand-name-beta } sends data to { -brand-name-mozilla } — and sometimes our partners — to help us handle problems and try ideas. <a href="{ $link }">Learn what is shared</a>.

Check out new { -brand-name-android } features in their earliest stages. Enjoy at your own risk.

Check out new { -brand-name-android } features in their earliest stages. Enjoy at your own risk.

{ -brand-name-developer-edition } is an unstable testing and development platform. By default, { -brand-name-developer-edition } sends data to { -brand-name-mozilla } — and sometimes our partners — to help us handle problems and try ideas. <a href="{ $link }">Learn what is shared</a>.

{ -brand-name-developer-edition } is an unstable testing and development platform. By default, { -brand-name-developer-edition } sends data to { -brand-name-mozilla } — and sometimes our partners — to help us handle problems and try ideas. <a href="{ $link }">Learn what is shared</a>.

Get a sneak peek at our next generation web browser, and help us make it the best browser it can be: try { -brand-name-firefox-nightly }.

Get a sneak peek at our next generation web browser, and help us make it the best browser it can be: try { -brand-name-firefox-nightly }.

{ -brand-name-nightly } is an unstable testing and development platform. By default, { -brand-name-nightly } sends data to { -brand-name-mozilla } — and sometimes our partners — to help us handle problems and try ideas. <a href="{ $link }">Learn what is shared</a>.

{ -brand-name-nightly } is an unstable testing and development platform. By default, { -brand-name-nightly } sends data to { -brand-name-mozilla } — and sometimes our partners — to help us handle problems and try ideas. <a href="{ $link }">Learn what is shared</a>.

See something that isn’t working? Let us know.

See something that isn’t working? Let us know.

Test brand new features daily (or… nightly). Enjoy at your own risk.

Test brand new features daily (or… nightly). Enjoy at your own risk.

{ -brand-name-firefox-developer-edition } is the blazing fast browser that offers cutting edge developer tools and latest features like CSS Grid support and framework debugging

{ -brand-name-firefox-developer-edition } is the blazing fast browser that offers cutting edge developer tools and latest features like CSS Grid support and framework debugging

{ -brand-name-firefox-devtools } now grays out CSS declarations that don’t have an effect on the page. When you hover over the info icon, you’ll see a useful message about why the CSS is not being applied, including a hint about how to fix the problem.

{ -brand-name-firefox-devtools } now grays out CSS declarations that don’t have an effect on the page. When you hover over the info icon, you’ll see a useful message about why the CSS is not being applied, including a hint about how to fix the problem.

Monitor network requests that can slow or block your site.

Monitor network requests that can slow or block your site.

Available in over 90 languages, and compatible with { -brand-name-windows }, { -brand-name-mac-short } and { -brand-name-linux } machines, { -brand-name-firefox } works no matter what you’re using or where you are. Make sure your operating system is up to date for the best experience.

Available in over 90 languages, and compatible with { -brand-name-windows }, { -brand-name-mac-short } and { -brand-name-linux } machines, { -brand-name-firefox } works no matter what you’re using or where you are. Make sure your operating system is up to date for the best experience.

Backed by the <strong>non-profit</strong> that puts people first

Backed by the <strong>non-profit</strong> that puts people first

Do what you do online.<br> { -brand-name-firefox-browser } <strong>isn’t</strong> watching.

Do what you do online.<br> { -brand-name-firefox-browser } <strong>isn’t</strong> watching.

Do what you do online.<br> { -brand-name-firefox-browser } has got you <strong>covered</strong>.

Do what you do online.<br> { -brand-name-firefox-browser } has got you <strong>covered</strong>.

Get the browser that protects what’s important

Get the browser that protects what’s important

No shady privacy policies or back doors for advertisers. Just a lightning fast browser that doesn’t sell you out.

No shady privacy policies or back doors for advertisers. Just a lightning fast browser that doesn’t sell you out.

Now <strong>open</strong> the file that just downloaded.

Now <strong>open</strong> the file that just downloaded.

Now <strong>run</strong> the installer that just downloaded.

Now <strong>run</strong> the installer that just downloaded.

Live your life, { -brand-name-firefox } isn’t watching. Choose what to share and when to share it.

Live your life, { -brand-name-firefox } isn’t watching. Choose what to share and when to share it.

Get unmatched data protection on the release cadence that suits you with { -brand-name-firefox } for enterprise. Download { -brand-name-esr } and Rapid Release.

Get unmatched data protection on the release cadence that suits you with { -brand-name-firefox } for enterprise. Download { -brand-name-esr } and Rapid Release.

Unmatched data protection — on the release cadence that suits you

Unmatched data protection — on the release cadence that suits you

Ad blockers do more than manage ads – they can enhance your browsing speed and security by reducing unnecessary content. They empower you to create a tailored, distraction-free web experience, letting you focus on what matters most.

Ad blockers do more than manage ads – they can enhance your browsing speed and security by reducing unnecessary content. They empower you to create a tailored, distraction-free web experience, letting you focus on what matters most.

Ad blockers work in two key ways: by preventing content, such as ads, from loading and by blocking sections of websites that host those elements. This can include video ads, personalized ads that follow you across the web, and even third-party trackers.

Ad blockers work in two key ways: by preventing content, such as ads, from loading and by blocking sections of websites that host those elements. This can include video ads, personalized ads that follow you across the web, and even third-party trackers.

In today’s digital world, the web can be busy and cluttered. Ad blockers are powerful tools that put you in control of your browsing experience, letting you decide what appears on your screen.

In today’s digital world, the web can be busy and cluttered. Ad blockers are powerful tools that put you in control of your browsing experience, letting you decide what appears on your screen.

It’s important to note that some websites rely on ads to load content or provide functionality. Blocking ads may cause features to break, such as videos not playing or login options failing. Choose an ad blocker that is updated regularly and if you find one ad blocker causes significant issues, try another to find a better balance of performance and compatibility.

It’s important to note that some websites rely on ads to load content or provide functionality. Blocking ads may cause features to break, such as videos not playing or login options failing. Choose an ad blocker that is updated regularly and if you find one ad blocker causes significant issues, try another to find a better balance of performance and compatibility.

Find out how ad blockers work, what they can do for you, and how { -brand-name-firefox } protects you from trackers and cookies.

Find out how ad blockers work, what they can do for you, and how { -brand-name-firefox } protects you from trackers and cookies.

<strong>Standard Mode:</strong> A balanced option that blocks common trackers while maintaining smooth website functionality.

<strong>Standard Mode:</strong> A balanced option that blocks common trackers while maintaining smooth website functionality.

<strong>Strict Mode:</strong> Ideal for users who want stronger privacy protection by blocking more trackers and cookies. Note that some sites may require adjustments in this mode.

<strong>Strict Mode:</strong> Ideal for users who want stronger privacy protection by blocking more trackers and cookies. Note that some sites may require adjustments in this mode.

<strong>Custom Mode:</strong> For those who want full control, Custom mode lets you select what to block, from cookies to trackers and more.

<strong>Custom Mode:</strong> For those who want full control, Custom mode lets you select what to block, from cookies to trackers and more.

Using an ad blocker is straightforward. Many trusted options are available as browser add-ons, making it easy to find a solution that works for your needs. For instance, <a href="{ $firefox }">{ -brand-name-firefox }</a> offers <a href="{ $addons }">a list of approved extensions</a> designed to improve your browsing experience while respecting your privacy.

Using an ad blocker is straightforward. Many trusted options are available as browser add-ons, making it easy to find a solution that works for your needs. For instance, <a href="{ $firefox }">{ -brand-name-firefox }</a> offers <a href="{ $addons }">a list of approved extensions</a> designed to improve your browsing experience while respecting your privacy.

An ad blocker is a piece of software that can be used to block ads, and they work in two ways. The first way is when an ad blocker blocks the signal from an advertiser’s server, so the ad never shows up on your page. Another way ad blockers work is by blocking out sections of a website that could be ads.

An ad blocker is a piece of software that can be used to block ads, and they work in two ways. The first way is when an ad blocker blocks the signal from an advertiser’s server, so the ad never shows up on your page. Another way ad blockers work is by blocking out sections of a website that could be ads.

Click on the Trackers box and you’ll be able to block trackers in two ways. One way to block trackers is to do it when you’re working in a Private Window. Another way to do it is to block trackers in all windows. Keep in mind that if you choose to always block trackers, some pages might not load correctly.

Click on the Trackers box and you’ll be able to block trackers in two ways. One way to block trackers is to do it when you’re working in a Private Window. Another way to do it is to block trackers in all windows. Keep in mind that if you choose to always block trackers, some pages might not load correctly.

<a href="{ $url }">Cookies</a> are sent by websites you visit. They live on your computer and monitor what you’ve been doing on a site. When an airline hikes your rates because you’ve looked at plane tickets once that day, that is the handiwork of a cookie.

<a href="{ $url }">Cookies</a> are sent by websites you visit. They live on your computer and monitor what you’ve been doing on a site. When an airline hikes your rates because you’ve looked at plane tickets once that day, that is the handiwork of a cookie.

<a { $attrs }>Ghostery</a> is another great choice that not only blocks ads but provides additional anti-tracking benefits.

<a { $attrs }>Ghostery</a> is another great choice that not only blocks ads but provides additional anti-tracking benefits.

If you want to learn more about ad blocking, there are hundreds of ad blocker extensions available for { -brand-name-firefox } and other browsers. If you want to try out the ad blockers { -brand-name-firefox } uses, <a href="{ $url }">click here to download</a> a browser that puts privacy first.

If you want to learn more about ad blocking, there are hundreds of ad blocker extensions available for { -brand-name-firefox } and other browsers. If you want to try out the ad blockers { -brand-name-firefox } uses, <a href="{ $url }">click here to download</a> a browser that puts privacy first.

In { -brand-name-firefox }, you can block all third-party cookies or just those set by trackers. Be aware that blocking all cookies can break some sites.

In { -brand-name-firefox }, you can block all third-party cookies or just those set by trackers. Be aware that blocking all cookies can break some sites.

In some cases, an ad blocker can help your browser go faster. When an ad is loading, it can slow down a website. At the same time, it takes longer to find what you’re looking for if you’re too busy closing yet another ad.

In some cases, an ad blocker can help your browser go faster. When an ad is loading, it can slow down a website. At the same time, it takes longer to find what you’re looking for if you’re too busy closing yet another ad.

On { -brand-name-firefox }, you can use <a href="{ $privacy }">Privacy</a> or <a href="{ $blocking }">Content Blocking</a> settings to get even more control over ad trackers that serve you the ads.

On { -brand-name-firefox }, you can use <a href="{ $privacy }">Privacy</a> or <a href="{ $blocking }">Content Blocking</a> settings to get even more control over ad trackers that serve you the ads.

The Custom setting gives you the ultimate choice. You can decide what you’re blocking, including trackers, cookies and more. If you allow cookies from a website, you’ll automatically be in Custom mode.

The Custom setting gives you the ultimate choice. You can decide what you’re blocking, including trackers, cookies and more. If you allow cookies from a website, you’ll automatically be in Custom mode.

These ads might be loud video ads, ads that follow you around the web, trackers, third-party cookies, and more. To use an ad blocker, you can search for ad blocker add-ons that are available in your browser. <a href="{ $firefox }">{ -brand-name-firefox }</a>, for example, has <a href="{ $addons }">this list of approved ad blocker add-ons</a>. Click on this list (or ad blockers that are approved for your browser) and see which fits your needs.

These ads might be loud video ads, ads that follow you around the web, trackers, third-party cookies, and more. To use an ad blocker, you can search for ad blocker add-ons that are available in your browser. <a href="{ $firefox }">{ -brand-name-firefox }</a>, for example, has <a href="{ $addons }">this list of approved ad blocker add-ons</a>. Click on this list (or ad blockers that are approved for your browser) and see which fits your needs.

There are { -brand-name-firefox } add-ons that <a { $fbcontainer }>stop Facebook from tracking you around the web</a>, <a { $translate }>translate text into other languages</a>, <a { $language }>check your spelling or grammar</a>, or <a { $customize }>spruce up the way your browser looks</a>. You’ll find these and thousands of other free extensions at <a { $amo }>addons.mozilla.org</a>.

There are { -brand-name-firefox } add-ons that <a { $fbcontainer }>stop Facebook from tracking you around the web</a>, <a { $translate }>translate text into other languages</a>, <a { $language }>check your spelling or grammar</a>, or <a { $customize }>spruce up the way your browser looks</a>. You’ll find these and thousands of other free extensions at <a { $amo }>addons.mozilla.org</a>.

Get quick access to your favorite bookmarks in the menu at the top of { -brand-name-firefox } or pin them to your toolbar.

Get quick access to your favorite bookmarks in the menu at the top of { -brand-name-firefox } or pin them to your toolbar.

Image of { -brand-name-firefox } showing a collection of bookmarks in a toolbar at the top of the browser window.

Image of { -brand-name-firefox } showing a collection of bookmarks in a toolbar at the top of the browser window.

Image of the default themes that come with { -brand-name-firefox }, showing light, dark and colorful variations.

Image of the default themes that come with { -brand-name-firefox }, showing light, dark and colorful variations.

You can find more free custom themes at <a { $amo }>addons.mozilla.org</a>. Browse the <a { $top }>top-rated</a>, <a { $trending }>trending</a> and <a { $recommended }>most recommended</a> themes. Or look for themes by category, including <a { $music }>music</a>, <a { $seasonal }>seasonal</a>, <a { $sports }>sports</a>, and <a { $nature }>nature</a>. Tailor your experience to your tastes. Cute critters, evil robots, beautiful landscapes — there are thousands of options to make { -brand-name-firefox } your own.

You can find more free custom themes at <a { $amo }>addons.mozilla.org</a>. Browse the <a { $top }>top-rated</a>, <a { $trending }>trending</a> and <a { $recommended }>most recommended</a> themes. Or look for themes by category, including <a { $music }>music</a>, <a { $seasonal }>seasonal</a>, <a { $sports }>sports</a>, and <a { $nature }>nature</a>. Tailor your experience to your tastes. Cute critters, evil robots, beautiful landscapes — there are thousands of options to make { -brand-name-firefox } your own.

There are a lot of reasons you might want to know the exact hex color code of a specific color on a web page — maybe you build webpages or are a graphic designer. The eyedropper tool, in the desktop version of { -brand-name-firefox }, lets you find exact hex color codes just by hovering over any color you see on a web page. A click will copy that color value to your clipboard.

There are a lot of reasons you might want to know the exact hex color code of a specific color on a web page — maybe you build webpages or are a graphic designer. The eyedropper tool, in the desktop version of { -brand-name-firefox }, lets you find exact hex color codes just by hovering over any color you see on a web page. A click will copy that color value to your clipboard.

You can find the eyedropper under “Browser Tools” in the Tools menu or under “More Tools” in the { -brand-name-firefox } toolbar menu (at the end of the { -brand-name-firefox } toolbar).

You can find the eyedropper under “Browser Tools” in the Tools menu or under “More Tools” in the { -brand-name-firefox } toolbar menu (at the end of the { -brand-name-firefox } toolbar).

{ -brand-name-firefox } is a multi-process browser, which means that your tabs stay fresh and won’t take forever to reload. With 86% less lag time, you can switch quickly between tabs even when your little inner voice says you have waaay too many tabs open.

{ -brand-name-firefox } is a multi-process browser, which means that your tabs stay fresh and won’t take forever to reload. With 86% less lag time, you can switch quickly between tabs even when your little inner voice says you have waaay too many tabs open.

{ -brand-name-firefox } uses less memory than Chrome, so your other programs can keep running at top speed.

{ -brand-name-firefox } uses less memory than Chrome, so your other programs can keep running at top speed.

We led the tech to run 3D games at near-native speeds, and now { -brand-name-firefox } is bringing even better performance to online gaming. Our powerful browser reduces lags, speeds up ping times and optimizes overall gameplay through faster, leaner browsing.

We led the tech to run 3D games at near-native speeds, and now { -brand-name-firefox } is bringing even better performance to online gaming. Our powerful browser reduces lags, speeds up ping times and optimizes overall gameplay through faster, leaner browsing.

{ -brand-name-firefox } is powered by the world-class { -brand-name-gecko } engine, with shockingly fast styling and page layout, modern JavaScript features and a never-ending drumbeat of new performance improvements to keep our users happy and push the web platform forward.

{ -brand-name-firefox } is powered by the world-class { -brand-name-gecko } engine, with shockingly fast styling and page layout, modern JavaScript features and a never-ending drumbeat of new performance improvements to keep our users happy and push the web platform forward.

The latest { -brand-name-firefox } browser protects you against fingerprinting by blocking third-party requests to companies that are known to participate in fingerprinting. We’ve worked hard to enable this privacy protection while not breaking the websites you enjoy visiting. (Read more here, if you want the <a { $url_details }>technical details</a>.)

The latest { -brand-name-firefox } browser protects you against fingerprinting by blocking third-party requests to companies that are known to participate in fingerprinting. We’ve worked hard to enable this privacy protection while not breaking the websites you enjoy visiting. (Read more here, if you want the <a { $url_details }>technical details</a>.)

The practice of fingerprinting allows you to be <a { $url_tracked }>tracked for months</a>, even when you clear your browser storage or use private browsing mode — disregarding clear indications from you that you don’t want to be tracked. Despite a near complete agreement between <a { $url_standards }>standards</a> <a { $url_bodies }>bodies</a> and <a { $url_browser }>browser</a> <a { $url_vendors }>vendors</a> that fingerprinting is <a { $url_harmful }>harmful</a>, its use on the web <a { $url_has }>has</a> <a { $url_steadily }>steadily</a> <a { $url_increased }>increased</a> over the past decade.

The practice of fingerprinting allows you to be <a { $url_tracked }>tracked for months</a>, even when you clear your browser storage or use private browsing mode — disregarding clear indications from you that you don’t want to be tracked. Despite a near complete agreement between <a { $url_standards }>standards</a> <a { $url_bodies }>bodies</a> and <a { $url_browser }>browser</a> <a { $url_vendors }>vendors</a> that fingerprinting is <a { $url_harmful }>harmful</a>, its use on the web <a { $url_has }>has</a> <a { $url_steadily }>steadily</a> <a { $url_increased }>increased</a> over the past decade.

What is fingerprinting?

What is fingerprinting?

{ -brand-name-firefox } is the fast, lightweight, privacy-focused browser that works across all your devices.

{ -brand-name-firefox } is the fast, lightweight, privacy-focused browser that works across all your devices.

Have { -brand-name-firefox } <a { $attrs }>create a strong, unique password</a> for each login you have across the web — that way, if one of your passwords gets hacked through a security breach, it’ll only impact that one account, not other accounts too.

Have { -brand-name-firefox } <a { $attrs }>create a strong, unique password</a> for each login you have across the web — that way, if one of your passwords gets hacked through a security breach, it’ll only impact that one account, not other accounts too.

Image of a website’s sign up form with { -brand-name-firefox } suggesting a strong password that it will automatically store for future use.

Image of a website’s sign up form with { -brand-name-firefox } suggesting a strong password that it will automatically store for future use.

Image of the { -brand-name-firefox } password manager displaying an alert message that reads “This password has been used on another account that was likely in a data breach. Reusing credentials puts all your accounts at risk. Change this password.”

Image of the { -brand-name-firefox } password manager displaying an alert message that reads “This password has been used on another account that was likely in a data breach. Reusing credentials puts all your accounts at risk. Change this password.”

You can use the import wizard to easily (magically) import usernames and passwords stored on Chrome, Edge, Safari or any other browsers. Select Passwords from the menu, and then click “import them into { -brand-name-firefox }” at the bottom of the Logins & Passwords page.

You can use the import wizard to easily (magically) import usernames and passwords stored on Chrome, Edge, Safari or any other browsers. Select Passwords from the menu, and then click “import them into { -brand-name-firefox }” at the bottom of the Logins & Passwords page.

If you need to add stuff to a PDF document, now you can do that online with { -brand-name-firefox }. Open the PDF in { -brand-name-firefox } and click the Text or Draw buttons in the upper right corner to make changes to your document. Download the file to save it with your changes.

If you need to add stuff to a PDF document, now you can do that online with { -brand-name-firefox }. Open the PDF in { -brand-name-firefox } and click the Text or Draw buttons in the upper right corner to make changes to your document. Download the file to save it with your changes.

Open the PDF in { -brand-name-firefox }. Click the Text button to choose a color and text size before selecting where on the document you wish to add text. It’s that easy!

Open the PDF in { -brand-name-firefox }. Click the Text button to choose a color and text size before selecting where on the document you wish to add text. It’s that easy!

Open the PDF in { -brand-name-firefox }. Select the text you want to highlight, then click the highlight icon that appears below your selection, or right click to find the highlight option in the context menu. Click the icon in the top right to freehand highlight sections of the PDF.

Open the PDF in { -brand-name-firefox }. Select the text you want to highlight, then click the highlight icon that appears below your selection, or right click to find the highlight option in the context menu. Click the icon in the top right to freehand highlight sections of the PDF.

We’ve all faced this: you need to fill in a form that is a PDF, but it isn’t editable. In the past, your only option was to print it on a dead tree, add things with ink, and then scan it back into your computer.

We’ve all faced this: you need to fill in a form that is a PDF, but it isn’t editable. In the past, your only option was to print it on a dead tree, add things with ink, and then scan it back into your computer.

<strong>Click the Picture-in-Picture button</strong> that appears over the video, and it’ll pop out.

<strong>Click the Picture-in-Picture button</strong> that appears over the video, and it’ll pop out.

<strong>Repeat steps 1-3</strong> to have as many picture-in-picture videos as you’d like.

<strong>Repeat steps 1-3</strong> to have as many picture-in-picture videos as you’d like.

Pinning a tab in { -brand-name-firefox } allows you to keep your favorite sites always open and a click away. They’ll open automatically when you start { -brand-name-firefox }. We’ve found them especially useful for keeping things like email and calendar websites always at hand.

Pinning a tab in { -brand-name-firefox } allows you to keep your favorite sites always open and a click away. They’ll open automatically when you start { -brand-name-firefox }. We’ve found them especially useful for keeping things like email and calendar websites always at hand.

{ -brand-name-firefox } also protects your privacy with <a href="{ $url }">Enhanced Tracking Protection</a> to block trackers that follow you from site to site, collecting information about your browsing habits. It also includes protections against harmful scripts and malware.

{ -brand-name-firefox } also protects your privacy with <a href="{ $url }">Enhanced Tracking Protection</a> to block trackers that follow you from site to site, collecting information about your browsing habits. It also includes protections against harmful scripts and malware.

What information does { -brand-name-firefox } collect?

What information does { -brand-name-firefox } collect?

Yes. { -brand-name-firefox } protects your privacy with features like <a href="{ $url }">Private Browsing</a>. It allows you to keep your browsing history and passwords private, even when using a device that you share with other people, such as a home computer or { -brand-name-ipad }.

Yes. { -brand-name-firefox } protects your privacy with features like <a href="{ $url }">Private Browsing</a>. It allows you to keep your browsing history and passwords private, even when using a device that you share with other people, such as a home computer or { -brand-name-ipad }.

Private browsing mode will not delete any new bookmarks you make from a private browsing window, or protect you from malware or viruses. It also doesn’t prevent the websites you visit from seeing where you are physically located or stop your internet service provider from logging what you do. You’ll need a <a href="{ $vpn }">trustworthy VPN</a> for that.

Private browsing mode will not delete any new bookmarks you make from a private browsing window, or protect you from malware or viruses. It also doesn’t prevent the websites you visit from seeing where you are physically located or stop your internet service provider from logging what you do. You’ll need a <a href="{ $vpn }">trustworthy VPN</a> for that.

What does private browsing do?

What does private browsing do?

What private browsing doesn’t do

What private browsing doesn’t do

All your data is encrypted on our servers so we can’t read it – only you can access it. We don’t sell your info to advertisers because that would go against our <a href="{ $privacy }">data privacy promise</a>.

All your data is encrypted on our servers so we can’t read it – only you can access it. We don’t sell your info to advertisers because that would go against our <a href="{ $privacy }">data privacy promise</a>.

The Send Tab feature in { -brand-name-firefox } lets you send pages from { -brand-name-firefox } on one device to other devices (such as an iPhone, iPad or Android device). Did you find an article while browsing on your phone that you want to read when you get back to your desk? Or an important document from work that you want to save when you get home? Maybe you found a recipe on your laptop that you want to send to your tablet in the kitchen. Send that tab!

The Send Tab feature in { -brand-name-firefox } lets you send pages from { -brand-name-firefox } on one device to other devices (such as an iPhone, iPad or Android device). Did you find an article while browsing on your phone that you want to read when you get back to your desk? Or an important document from work that you want to save when you get home? Maybe you found a recipe on your laptop that you want to send to your tablet in the kitchen. Send that tab!

{ -brand-name-firefox-translations } is a built-in translation feature that allows you to easily browse the web in your preferred language. Learn more about how this feature in { -brand-name-firefox } works, and how { -brand-name-mozilla } helps keep what you translate private.

{ -brand-name-firefox-translations } is a built-in translation feature that allows you to easily browse the web in your preferred language. Learn more about how this feature in { -brand-name-firefox } works, and how { -brand-name-mozilla } helps keep what you translate private.

One of the best things about the internet is that we can access content worldwide. Whether it’s news articles, blogs, or even a review of your latest tech gadget, you can find it all on the seemingly never-ending web. With { -brand-name-firefox }’s latest translation feature, this tool will continuously translate a webpage in real-time.

One of the best things about the internet is that we can access content worldwide. Whether it’s news articles, blogs, or even a review of your latest tech gadget, you can find it all on the seemingly never-ending web. With { -brand-name-firefox }’s latest translation feature, this tool will continuously translate a webpage in real-time.

The { -brand-name-firefox-translations } feature is another way { -brand-name-mozilla } keeps your internet personalized and more private. { -brand-name-mozilla } doesn’t track what webpages you translate. With millions of users worldwide, { -brand-name-mozilla } wants to ensure that those who use { -brand-name-firefox } are learning, communicating, sharing, and staying informed on their own terms. <a { $download }>Get started in your preferred language by downloading { -brand-name-firefox }.</a>

The { -brand-name-firefox-translations } feature is another way { -brand-name-mozilla } keeps your internet personalized and more private. { -brand-name-mozilla } doesn’t track what webpages you translate. With millions of users worldwide, { -brand-name-mozilla } wants to ensure that those who use { -brand-name-firefox } are learning, communicating, sharing, and staying informed on their own terms. <a { $download }>Get started in your preferred language by downloading { -brand-name-firefox }.</a>

What languages are currently supported?

What languages are currently supported?

When your translations are processed locally, no data from your chosen device leaves your device or relies on cloud services for translation. This means that { -brand-name-mozilla } doesn’t know what web page you translate, and makes our translation feature stand out in comparison to other translation tools.

When your translations are processed locally, no data from your chosen device leaves your device or relies on cloud services for translation. This means that { -brand-name-mozilla } doesn’t know what web page you translate, and makes our translation feature stand out in comparison to other translation tools.

While other browsers rely on cloud services, the { -brand-name-firefox-translations } language models are downloaded on the user’s browser and translations are done locally, so { -brand-name-mozilla } doesn’t record what webpages you translate.

While other browsers rely on cloud services, the { -brand-name-firefox-translations } language models are downloaded on the user’s browser and translations are done locally, so { -brand-name-mozilla } doesn’t record what webpages you translate.

Peek at our next generation web browser, and help us make it the best browser it can be.

Peek at our next generation web browser, and help us make it the best browser it can be.

That happens sometimes. Let’s try something different.

That happens sometimes. Let’s try something different.

A browser is still a tool, so it makes sense that you’ll want to pick the best one for the job. If you’re a human who needs to work to survive, you’ll need a fast internet browser. One thing to keep in mind is a browser that runs third-party trackers is more likely to be slower than a browser that doesn’t. Third-party trackers are cookies, and while you can’t see them, they are running in the background of the site, taking up precious time. The more third-party trackers a browser blocks, the faster it can run.

A browser is still a tool, so it makes sense that you’ll want to pick the best one for the job. If you’re a human who needs to work to survive, you’ll need a fast internet browser. One thing to keep in mind is a browser that runs third-party trackers is more likely to be slower than a browser that doesn’t. Third-party trackers are cookies, and while you can’t see them, they are running in the background of the site, taking up precious time. The more third-party trackers a browser blocks, the faster it can run.

A browser that minds its business.

A browser that minds its business.

A browser that puts safety first.

A browser that puts safety first.

Another way to stop trackers from tracking is using private mode to browse. Any browser that claims to be private should offer browsing in private mode.

Another way to stop trackers from tracking is using private mode to browse. Any browser that claims to be private should offer browsing in private mode.

At <a href="{ $firefox }">{ -brand-name-firefox }</a>, we’ve worked hard to build a browser that is twice as fast as before and gives users more control over their online life.

At <a href="{ $firefox }">{ -brand-name-firefox }</a>, we’ve worked hard to build a browser that is twice as fast as before and gives users more control over their online life.

{ -brand-name-firefox } is offering something new to keep you safe: <a { $monitor }>{ -brand-name-mozilla-monitor }</a>. It’s a free service that will alert you if there are any public hacks on your accounts and let you know if your accounts got hacked in the past. Another neat feature is the Green Lock. It looks like a small green icon at the top left side of the browser window. If you’re on { -brand-name-firefox } and see the green lock, it means the website is encrypted and secure. If the lock is grey, you might want to think twice about entering any sensitive information.

{ -brand-name-firefox } is offering something new to keep you safe: <a { $monitor }>{ -brand-name-mozilla-monitor }</a>. It’s a free service that will alert you if there are any public hacks on your accounts and let you know if your accounts got hacked in the past. Another neat feature is the Green Lock. It looks like a small green icon at the top left side of the browser window. If you’re on { -brand-name-firefox } and see the green lock, it means the website is encrypted and secure. If the lock is grey, you might want to think twice about entering any sensitive information.

If you’re wondering what it means to have a private or fast browser, here’s a breakdown of three things a browser should have.

If you’re wondering what it means to have a private or fast browser, here’s a breakdown of three things a browser should have.

In the mid-nineties, { -brand-name-netscape }, { -brand-name-ie } and AOL dominated the landscape. It was a simpler time when the sweet melody of dial-up internet rang across the land. You learned the meaning of patience waiting for web pages to load. Back then, all that mattered was browser speed.

In the mid-nineties, { -brand-name-netscape }, { -brand-name-ie } and AOL dominated the landscape. It was a simpler time when the sweet melody of dial-up internet rang across the land. You learned the meaning of patience waiting for web pages to load. Back then, all that mattered was browser speed.

Last but not least, a safe browser should offer tools to help you keep an eye on your accounts. Think of alerts that go straight to your email if any of your accounts get breached or icons that tell you whether a website is encrypted, (i.e., if it’s a good idea to enter your credit number on a shopping site).

Last but not least, a safe browser should offer tools to help you keep an eye on your accounts. Think of alerts that go straight to your email if any of your accounts get breached or icons that tell you whether a website is encrypted, (i.e., if it’s a good idea to enter your credit number on a shopping site).

Marshall Erwin, Senior Director of Trust and Security at { -brand-name-mozilla }

Marshall Erwin, Senior Director of Trust and Security at { -brand-name-mozilla }

Privacy on the web is a hot button issue. If privacy is number one on your list of priorities, you want to look for a browser that takes that seriously. When choosing the best private browser for you, look at the tracking policy and how a browser handles your data. These seem like technical questions, but they’re the reason some browsers are more private than others.

Privacy on the web is a hot button issue. If privacy is number one on your list of priorities, you want to look for a browser that takes that seriously. When choosing the best private browser for you, look at the tracking policy and how a browser handles your data. These seem like technical questions, but they’re the reason some browsers are more private than others.

So many browser options, but there’s only one that works best for your needs. The best browser for you should offer both speed and privacy protection.

So many browser options, but there’s only one that works best for your needs. The best browser for you should offer both speed and privacy protection.

There are a few ways a browser can help its users stay secure. A browser that is up to date with the latest security tech can help protect your computer and websites from unwanted visitors, such as malware or computer viruses.

There are a few ways a browser can help its users stay secure. A browser that is up to date with the latest security tech can help protect your computer and websites from unwanted visitors, such as malware or computer viruses.

Today is a different story. Ads, privacy hacks, security breaches, and fake news might have you looking at other qualities in a browser. How does the browser protect your privacy? Does it allow trackers to follow you across the web? Is it built to multitask and handle many computer and internet operations at once?

Today is a different story. Ads, privacy hacks, security breaches, and fake news might have you looking at other qualities in a browser. How does the browser protect your privacy? Does it allow trackers to follow you across the web? Is it built to multitask and handle many computer and internet operations at once?

We visit hundreds or even thousands of websites each day, and you can’t expect users to make security and privacy decisions for each of these sites. That is why a browser that gives you more control is so important - because it offers real, meaningful protection.

We visit hundreds or even thousands of websites each day, and you can’t expect users to make security and privacy decisions for each of these sites. That is why a browser that gives you more control is so important - because it offers real, meaningful protection.

When you use a browser for everything, it needs to be fast. But for the same reason, it needs to be private. A browser has access to everything you do online, so it can put you at real risk if it doesn’t have strong privacy features.

When you use a browser for everything, it needs to be fast. But for the same reason, it needs to be private. A browser has access to everything you do online, so it can put you at real risk if it doesn’t have strong privacy features.

<a href="{ $arpanet }">ARPANET</a> was the first successful networking project and in 1969 the first message was sent from the computer science lab at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to Stanford Research Institute (SRI), also in California.

<a href="{ $arpanet }">ARPANET</a> was the first successful networking project and in 1969 the first message was sent from the computer science lab at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to Stanford Research Institute (SRI), also in California.

British computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee created the first web server and graphical web browser in 1990 while <a href="{ $cern }">working at CERN</a>, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, in Switzerland. He called his new window into the internet “WorldWideWeb.” It was an easy-to-use graphical interface created for the NeXT computer. For the first time, text documents were linked together over a public network—the web as we know it.

British computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee created the first web server and graphical web browser in 1990 while <a href="{ $cern }">working at CERN</a>, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, in Switzerland. He called his new window into the internet “WorldWideWeb.” It was an easy-to-use graphical interface created for the NeXT computer. For the first time, text documents were linked together over a public network—the web as we know it.

Browser History: Epic power struggles that brought us modern browsers

Browser History: Epic power struggles that brought us modern browsers

By 1993, the web exploded. Universities, governments, and private corporations all saw opportunity in the open internet. Everyone needed new computer programs to access it. That year, Mosaic was created at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign by computer scientist Marc Andreessen. It was the very first popular web browser and the early ancestor of <a href="{ $firefox }">{ -brand-name-mozilla } { -brand-name-firefox }</a>.

By 1993, the web exploded. Universities, governments, and private corporations all saw opportunity in the open internet. Everyone needed new computer programs to access it. That year, Mosaic was created at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign by computer scientist Marc Andreessen. It was the very first popular web browser and the early ancestor of <a href="{ $firefox }">{ -brand-name-mozilla } { -brand-name-firefox }</a>.

In 1950, computers took up whole rooms and were dumber than today’s pocket calculators. But progress was swift, and by 1960 they were able to run complex programs. Governments and universities across the globe thought it would be great if the machines could talk, nurturing collaboration and scientific breakthroughs.

In 1950, computers took up whole rooms and were dumber than today’s pocket calculators. But progress was swift, and by 1960 they were able to run complex programs. Governments and universities across the globe thought it would be great if the machines could talk, nurturing collaboration and scientific breakthroughs.

In the future, the web will likely stray further from its hypertext roots to become a vast sea of interactive experiences. Virtual reality has been on the horizon for decades (at least since the release of Lawnmower Man in 1992 and the Nintendo Virtual Boy in 1995), but the web may finally bring it to the masses. { -brand-name-firefox } now has support for <a href="{ $vr }">WebVR and A-Frame</a>, which let developers quickly and easily build virtual reality websites. Most modern mobile devices support <a href="{ $vr }">WebVR</a>, and can easily be used as headsets with simple cardboard cases. A 3D virtual reality web like the one imagined by science fiction author Neal Stephenson may be just around the corner. If that’s the case, the web browser itself may completely disappear and become a true window into another world.

In the future, the web will likely stray further from its hypertext roots to become a vast sea of interactive experiences. Virtual reality has been on the horizon for decades (at least since the release of Lawnmower Man in 1992 and the Nintendo Virtual Boy in 1995), but the web may finally bring it to the masses. { -brand-name-firefox } now has support for <a href="{ $vr }">WebVR and A-Frame</a>, which let developers quickly and easily build virtual reality websites. Most modern mobile devices support <a href="{ $vr }">WebVR</a>, and can easily be used as headsets with simple cardboard cases. A 3D virtual reality web like the one imagined by science fiction author Neal Stephenson may be just around the corner. If that’s the case, the web browser itself may completely disappear and become a true window into another world.

In the future, the web will likely stray further from its hypertext roots to become a vast sea of interactive experiences. Virtual reality has been on the horizon for decades (at least since the release of Lawnmower Man in 1992 and the Nintendo Virtual Boy in 1995), but the web may finally bring it to the masses. { -brand-name-firefox } now has support for WebVR and A-Frame, which let developers quickly and easily build virtual reality websites. Most modern mobile devices support WebVR, and can easily be used as headsets with simple cardboard cases. A 3D virtual reality web like the one imagined by science fiction author Neal Stephenson may be just around the corner. If that’s the case, the web browser itself may completely disappear and become a true window into another world.

In the future, the web will likely stray further from its hypertext roots to become a vast sea of interactive experiences. Virtual reality has been on the horizon for decades (at least since the release of Lawnmower Man in 1992 and the Nintendo Virtual Boy in 1995), but the web may finally bring it to the masses. { -brand-name-firefox } now has support for WebVR and A-Frame, which let developers quickly and easily build virtual reality websites. Most modern mobile devices support WebVR, and can easily be used as headsets with simple cardboard cases. A 3D virtual reality web like the one imagined by science fiction author Neal Stephenson may be just around the corner. If that’s the case, the web browser itself may completely disappear and become a true window into another world.

NCSA Mosaic ran on { -brand-name-windows } computers, was easy to use, and gave anyone with a PC access to early web pages, chat rooms, and image libraries. The next year (1994), Andreessen founded <a href="{ $netscape }">{ -brand-name-netscape }</a> and released { -brand-name-netscape } Navigator to the public. It was wildly successful, and the first browser for the people. It was also the first move in a new kind of war for internet users.

NCSA Mosaic ran on { -brand-name-windows } computers, was easy to use, and gave anyone with a PC access to early web pages, chat rooms, and image libraries. The next year (1994), Andreessen founded <a href="{ $netscape }">{ -brand-name-netscape }</a> and released { -brand-name-netscape } Navigator to the public. It was wildly successful, and the first browser for the people. It was also the first move in a new kind of war for internet users.

That sparked a revolution in computer networking. New networks formed, connecting universities and research centers across the globe. But for the next 20 years, the internet wasn’t accessible to the public. It was restricted to university and government researchers, students, and private corporations. There were dozens of programs that could trade information over telephone lines, but none of them were easy to use. The real open internet, and the first web browser, wasn’t created until 1990.

That sparked a revolution in computer networking. New networks formed, connecting universities and research centers across the globe. But for the next 20 years, the internet wasn’t accessible to the public. It was restricted to university and government researchers, students, and private corporations. There were dozens of programs that could trade information over telephone lines, but none of them were easy to use. The real open internet, and the first web browser, wasn’t created until 1990.

The browser wars, underdogs vs giants, and moments that changed the world. Read about the history of the web browser.

The browser wars, underdogs vs giants, and moments that changed the world. Read about the history of the web browser.

Then { -brand-name-microsoft } began shipping { -brand-name-ie } with their { -brand-name-windows } operating system. Within 4 years, it had 75% of the market and by 1999 it had 99% of the market. The company faced antitrust litigation over the move, and { -brand-name-netscape } decided to open source its codebase and created the not-for-profit <a href="{ $mozilla }">{ -brand-name-mozilla }</a>, which went on to create and release { -brand-name-firefox } in 2002. Realizing that having a browser monopoly wasn’t in the best interests of users and the open web, { -brand-name-firefox } was created to provide choice for web users. By 2010, { -brand-name-mozilla } { -brand-name-firefox } and others had <a href="{ $marketshare }">reduced { -brand-name-ie }’s market share to 50%</a>.

Then { -brand-name-microsoft } began shipping { -brand-name-ie } with their { -brand-name-windows } operating system. Within 4 years, it had 75% of the market and by 1999 it had 99% of the market. The company faced antitrust litigation over the move, and { -brand-name-netscape } decided to open source its codebase and created the not-for-profit <a href="{ $mozilla }">{ -brand-name-mozilla }</a>, which went on to create and release { -brand-name-firefox } in 2002. Realizing that having a browser monopoly wasn’t in the best interests of users and the open web, { -brand-name-firefox } was created to provide choice for web users. By 2010, { -brand-name-mozilla } { -brand-name-firefox } and others had <a href="{ $marketshare }">reduced { -brand-name-ie }’s market share to 50%</a>.

Whatever the future of the web holds, { -brand-name-mozilla } and { -brand-name-firefox } will be there for users, ensuring that they have powerful tools to experience the web and all it has to offer. The web is for everyone, and everyone should have control of their online experience. That’s why we give { -brand-name-firefox } tools to protect user privacy and we never sell user data to advertisers.

Whatever the future of the web holds, { -brand-name-mozilla } and { -brand-name-firefox } will be there for users, ensuring that they have powerful tools to experience the web and all it has to offer. The web is for everyone, and everyone should have control of their online experience. That’s why we give { -brand-name-firefox } tools to protect user privacy and we never sell user data to advertisers.

World history is rife with epic power struggles, world-conquering tyrants, and heroic underdogs. The history of web browsers isn’t very different. University pioneers wrote simple software that sparked an information revolution, and battle for browser superiority and internet users.

World history is rife with epic power struggles, world-conquering tyrants, and heroic underdogs. The history of web browsers isn’t very different. University pioneers wrote simple software that sparked an information revolution, and battle for browser superiority and internet users.

{ -brand-name-firefox } does not have a built-in VPN (virtual private network), but { -brand-name-mozilla } creates a product called <a href="{ $url }">{ -brand-name-mozilla-vpn }</a> that you can use in addition to the private { -brand-name-firefox-browser } that can protect your connection on Wi-Fi, as well as your IP address.

{ -brand-name-firefox } does not have a built-in VPN (virtual private network), but { -brand-name-mozilla } creates a product called <a href="{ $url }">{ -brand-name-mozilla-vpn }</a> that you can use in addition to the private { -brand-name-firefox-browser } that can protect your connection on Wi-Fi, as well as your IP address.

{ -brand-name-firefox } is not based on { -brand-name-chromium } (the open source browser project at the core of { -brand-name-google } { -brand-name-chrome }). In fact, we’re one of the last major browsers that isn’t. { -brand-name-firefox } runs on our Quantum browser engine built specifically for { -brand-name-firefox }, so we can ensure your data is handled respectfully and kept private.

{ -brand-name-firefox } is not based on { -brand-name-chromium } (the open source browser project at the core of { -brand-name-google } { -brand-name-chrome }). In fact, we’re one of the last major browsers that isn’t. { -brand-name-firefox } runs on our Quantum browser engine built specifically for { -brand-name-firefox }, so we can ensure your data is handled respectfully and kept private.

No, we don’t think { -brand-name-chrome } is better than { -brand-name-firefox }, and here is why: when people ask which browser is better, they’re really asking which browser is faster and safer. { -brand-name-firefox } is updated monthly to make sure you have the speediest browser that respects your privacy automatically.

No, we don’t think { -brand-name-chrome } is better than { -brand-name-firefox }, and here is why: when people ask which browser is better, they’re really asking which browser is faster and safer. { -brand-name-firefox } is updated monthly to make sure you have the speediest browser that respects your privacy automatically.

Protecting your privacy is our number one priority, and we ensure that installing { -brand-name-firefox } on your devices is completely safe — but always make sure you are downloading from a trusted { -brand-name-mozilla }/{ -brand-name-firefox } site, like <a href="{ $url }">our download page.</a>

Protecting your privacy is our number one priority, and we ensure that installing { -brand-name-firefox } on your devices is completely safe — but always make sure you are downloading from a trusted { -brand-name-mozilla }/{ -brand-name-firefox } site, like <a href="{ $url }">our download page.</a>

What is { -brand-name-firefox }?

What is { -brand-name-firefox }?

Whether you searched for a fast browser, or you’re looking for independent tech that protects your privacy, this FAQ is here to answer the most pressing { -brand-name-firefox }-related questions.

Whether you searched for a fast browser, or you’re looking for independent tech that protects your privacy, this FAQ is here to answer the most pressing { -brand-name-firefox }-related questions.

Whether you searched for a fast browser that protects your privacy, this FAQ is here to answer the most pressing { -brand-name-firefox }-related questions.

Whether you searched for a fast browser that protects your privacy, this FAQ is here to answer the most pressing { -brand-name-firefox }-related questions.

Incognito browser: What it really means

Incognito browser: What it really means

Learn more about { -brand-name-firefox } browsers and products that handle your data with respect and are built for privacy anywhere you go online.

Learn more about { -brand-name-firefox } browsers and products that handle your data with respect and are built for privacy anywhere you go online.

The { -brand-name-firefox } browser is built to protect your privacy at every turn — because that’s the fastest way to free you from slow loads, bad ads, and trackers.

The { -brand-name-firefox } browser is built to protect your privacy at every turn — because that’s the fastest way to free you from slow loads, bad ads, and trackers.

What is a web browser?

What is a web browser?

A web browser takes you anywhere on the internet. It retrieves information from other parts of the web and displays it on your desktop or mobile device. The information is transferred using the Hypertext Transfer Protocol, which defines how text, images and video are transmitted on the web. This information needs to be shared and displayed in a consistent format so that people using any browser, anywhere in the world can see the information.

A web browser takes you anywhere on the internet. It retrieves information from other parts of the web and displays it on your desktop or mobile device. The information is transferred using the Hypertext Transfer Protocol, which defines how text, images and video are transmitted on the web. This information needs to be shared and displayed in a consistent format so that people using any browser, anywhere in the world can see the information.

All browser makers develop their products to display images and video as quickly and smoothly as possible, making it easy for you to make the most of the web. They all work hard to make sure users have a browser that is fast, powerful and easy to use. Where they differ is why. It’s important to choose the right browser for you. { -brand-name-mozilla } builds { -brand-name-firefox } to ensure that users have control over their online lives and to ensure that the internet is a global, public resource, accessible to all.

All browser makers develop their products to display images and video as quickly and smoothly as possible, making it easy for you to make the most of the web. They all work hard to make sure users have a browser that is fast, powerful and easy to use. Where they differ is why. It’s important to choose the right browser for you. { -brand-name-mozilla } builds { -brand-name-firefox } to ensure that users have control over their online lives and to ensure that the internet is a global, public resource, accessible to all.

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<a href="{ $hyperlink }">Hyperlinks</a> allow users to follow a path to other pages or sites on the web. Every webpage, image and video has its own unique <a href="{ $url }">Uniform Resource Locator</a> (URL), which is also known as a web address. When a browser visits a server for data, the web address tells the browser where to look for each item that is described in the html, which then tells the browser where it goes on the web page.