With iOS 14, Apple users will finally have the power to choose any default browser on iPhones and iPads. And now that there’s a choice, make it count with Firefox! It’s been a long time coming. Here’s how to set Firefox as your default browser on iOS:
- Download Firefox for iOS browser app*. If you already have it, make sure you are upgraded to the latest version. Look for a Firefox update to version 28.2 this week, which will let you set your default on iOS.
- Go to device Settings and find the Firefox app
- Tap on Default Browser App
- Select Firefox for your default
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- Go to mozilla.org to download the latest Firefox version Simply download the latest version of Firefox and drag it into your Applications folder on the Mac to install it. You can use whichever method you prefer to update Firefox, whether that’s from the app itself, or downloading the latest version directly from Mozilla.
- The Firefox Browser blocks most trackers automatically, so there’s no need to dig into your security settings. Firefox is for everyone Available in over 90 languages, and compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux machines, Firefox works no matter what you’re using or where you are.
Note: You’ll need to have both the latest Firefox for iOS (28.2 and above) and the newest version of iOS (14 and above) on your device to control your default browser.
From a company that puts people before profit
With the release of iOS 14, you can now make Firefox your go-to, get-it-done, default browser. And with Firefox widgets, you can jump right to searching the web or using private browsing mode straight from your phone’s home screen. PRIVACY CONTROL IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES Firefox gives you greater privacy protection while you’re on the web. Mozilla today released Firefox version 84 with native support for Apple Silicon Macs with the M1 chip, touting 'dramatic performance improvements' over the previous, unoptimized version of the web.
Firefox is an independent browser, backed by Mozilla, the not-for-profit organization. We believe you should be able to decide who sees your personal info, not just among your friends, but with advertisers and companies on the internet — including us. In contrast to other major tech companies, Firefox products don’t harvest, sell or monetize your personal data. So you do you online. We’re here for it.
Here are a few things you can do with the Firefox for iOS version 29 update (coming soon!) for iOS 14.
Make a Firefox Widget
The new iOS Widget feature is perfect for setting up shortcuts to all your favorite quick actions in Firefox — searching the web, private browsing, private web searches and opening a link from your clipboard for example. You can even turn the top news and entertainment sites you cycle through daily into a widget for fast access from your home screen.
We’ll also have our Pocket iOS app and widget available by the end of this week.
Shields up for privacy
Apple’s Intelligent Tracking Prevention offers solid privacy protection for the full device that you can make even stronger in Firefox. By setting Firefox to Strict Enhanced Tracking Protection, you’ll be shielded from known tracking content embedded in videos, ads and other content through tracking codes, as well as invasive cryptomining and fingerprinting trackers. Pages load faster but this setting can also block some website functionality. If this happens, tap the shield to switch Enhanced Tracking Protection off for a specific site.
One tap to private mode
Private browsing mode is good for all kinds of things, like looking up random stuff that you just don’t need to be reminded about again. Private browsing tells Firefox not to save any of your browsing history or cache after you end the session, which keeps that information from being discovered or retrieved at a later date by other users. Switching to private browsing mode on your iPhone or iPad is as easy as tapping the mask icon. The mask background turns purple when you’re in private browsing mode.
Get in sync
Add Firefox across all your devices for the best of secure, seamless browsing. Sync your devices to take your favorite bookmarks, saved logins and open tabs wherever you go. Send open tabs between mobile and desktop. And Firefox makes password management easy by remembering your passwords across devices. Just tap the three bars in your Firefox browser to start taking your internet life everywhere, knowing that your data is safe, never sold.
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Latest Firefox features
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Pop a video out of the browser window so you can stream and multitask.
Expanded Dark Mode
Take it easy on your eyes every time you go online.
An extra layer of protection
DNS over HTTPS (DoH) helps keep internet service providers from selling your data.
Do what you do online.
Firefox Browser isn’t watching.
How Firefox compares to other browsers
Get all the speed and tools with none of the invasions of privacy. Firefox Browser collects so little data about you, we don’t even require your email address to download. That’s because unlike other browsers, we have no financial stake in following you around the web.
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We block the ad trackers. You explore the internet faster.
Ads are distracting and make web pages load slower while their trackers watch every move you make online. The Firefox Browser blocks most trackers automatically, so there’s no need to dig into your security settings.
Firefox is for everyone
Available in over 90 languages, and compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux machines, 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.
Put Firefox on all your devices
Take your privacy with you everywhere. Firefox Browsers for iOS and Android have the same strong privacy settings to block trackers from following you around the web, no matter where you are.
Do it all with Firefox
Search smarter, faster
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- Search from address bar
- Search engine options
- Smart search suggestions
- Bookmark, history and open tab in results
Boost your productivity
- Works with Google products
- Built-in screenshot tool
- Bookmarks manager
- Autosuggest URLs
- Sync across devices
- Reader mode
- Spell check
- Pinned Tabs
Stream, share and play
- Block Autoplay of video & audio
- Picture-in-Picture
- Curated content on new tab
- Share links
Protect your privacy
- Third Party Cookie Blocking
- Cryptominer Blocking
- Private Browsing mode
- Individual protections report
Secure your personal info
- Breached website alerts
- Built-in password manager
- Clear history
- Form autofill
- Automatic updates
Customize your browser
- Themes
- Dark mode
- Library of extensions
- Adjust search bar settings
- Change new tab layout
Make Firefox your own
Extensions for every interest
From security to news to gaming, there’s an extension for everyone. Add as many as you want until your browser is just right.
Change up your look
Go from light mode to dark mode depending on your mood or preference, or liven things up with a custom theme (rainbow unicorn, perhaps).
Tweak your settings
There’s no need to settle. Change up the new tab page, search bar, bookmarks and more to explore the internet the way you want.
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Challenging the status quo since 1998
Firefox was created by Mozilla as a faster, more private alternative to browsers like Internet Explorer, and now Chrome. Today, our mission-driven company and volunteer community continue to put your privacy above all else. Mac address for win7.
Your privacy comes first
As the internet grows and changes, Firefox continues to focus on your right to privacy — we call it the Personal Data Promise: Take less. Keep it safe. No secrets. Your data, your web activity, your life online is protected with Firefox.
Keep all your favorite browser features — and discover new ones.
Works with Google products
All your favorite Google tools (like Gmail and Docs) work seamlessly in the Firefox Browser.
Facebook Container
Download this browser extension to stop Facebook (and Instagram) from tracking you around the web.
Sync your devices
Firefox is available on all your devices; take your tabs, history and bookmarks with you. All you need is a Firefox account.
Screenshots
Grab a high-resolution image of anything online with our screenshot tool built right in the browser
Enhanced Tracking Protection (ETP)
Firefox automatically blocks many third party trackers from collecting and selling your web activity.
Picture-in-Picture
From watching a web tutorial to keeping an eye on your favorite team, your video follows you while you multitask.
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