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Firefox for Android Testimonials

Feb 11 2013

When we here at Firefox create a product we think it’s awesome and cool and fun and, well, you get the point. That’s because we love the Web, and we love making the Web a better place for you and the millions of others that use it.

But since we created it, of course we’re going to think it’s great. That’s why, when someone else — either a respected press outlet or one of our fabulous Firefox fans — says that something we created is great, it’s even more special. That’s because now you can see that the products we love are products that others love as well!

Take, for example, Firefox for Android. Why would you want to use Firefox for Android over, say, the stock browser, or another browser? We think it’s because we’ve made it faster, safer, more secure. But here’s what some others had to say.

“The company is giving the browser’s newfound speed the MVP treatment. That rapidity is as good a place as any to start a quick hands-on, especially since the native browser lag on our older Galaxy S handset often makes us want to hurl it through a pane of glass.” – Engadget

“I’ve been using Dolphin Mini up until now, but would abandon it for a slicker interface (and one that isn’t an ugly pea green). Firefox for Android, at long last, does the trick.” – TIME

“For many Android users, Mozilla’s updated Firefox app could quickly become their favorite mobile browser… I’ve found it to be the best mobile browsing experience I’ve had yet.” – VentureBeat

“In both benchmark testing and regular use, Firefox is as fast — and often faster — than both the stock Android browser as well as the beta version of Google Chrome, which surprised me.” –GigaOM

“Google’s own Chrome browser requires version 4.0 (“Ice Cream Sandwich”) or newer to run, which covers less than 30 percent of the installed base. This makes Firefox the best option for an actively maintained browser on these phones, which are likely to be older or cheaper models without much hope of manufacturer support.” — Ars Technica

Download Firefox for Android now.

Mozilla is Most Trusted Internet Company in Privacy

Feb 6 2013

Mozilla — the makers of the Firefox browser that you’ve come to know and love — was recently humbled and honored to receive an award. The Ponemon Institute (considered the preeminent research center dedicated to privacy, data protection and information security policy) recently asked more than 100,000 consumers in the U.S. to name and rate organizations they believe are most committed to protecting the privacy of their personal information. When all the numbers were crunched, and the results were announced, Mozilla was honored to have been named the most trusted Internet company (ranked highest in the Internet & Social Media industry category.)

Not only that, but Mozilla made it onto the top 20 list for ALL companies, no matter the industry. Can we get a big “woot woot!”

But seriously, we don’t want to toot our own horn, we just want to thank you for your trust in us. What we do, we do for you. We know how much you value your privacy. We build our Web sites and design our products and features with your privacy in mind. Our privacy policies explain in detail what our different sites and products will and won’t do with your information. They tell you what is collected, when it is collected, and for what reason it is collected. We want to be transparent and open about our privacy practices.

For more information on the study, you can read about it on the Mozilla blog. In the meantime, just know that we will continue working for you, and thank you for the vote of confidence!

Firefox Tip – Choose Your Search Engines on Firefox for Android

Jan 24 2013

Did you know that you can choose your search engine on Firefox for Android, just like you can on your computer’s Firefox browser?

Firefox for Android includes built-in search for Google, Amazon, Twitter and Wikipedia. To start your search, tap the Title bar or + at the top of any screen. Type your search keyword and the list of built-in search engines appears. Now, choose the one you want and you’re off and running!

For more information on searching with Firefox for Android, visit our Support site.

If you have a tip you’d like to share with other Firefox users, please post it on our Facebook page with #FirefoxTips and tag us, or post on Twitter with #FirefoxTips. You can also view more tips in our archive.

If you found this tip useful, be sure to share it with the Facebook and Twitter buttons in the share drop-down below, and help tell the world about Firefox.

Firefox Tip – How to Find Your Recent Downloads

Jan 17 2013

When you start a download, the Firefox Downloads window automatically opens to help you keep track of files you download while using Firefox, including files you open and save to your computer. But sometimes you close that window (by mistake or on purpose) and then you wonder – how do I get that window back?

There are two ways to get that Downloads window back. You can access it through the menu, Click on the Firefox button (Tools menu in Windows XP and on a Mac), and then click Downloads. Or, you can add another shortcut to your collection, which is Ctrl + J. (Cmd + J on a Mac.) Learn more about managing your downloads on our support site.

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3 Ways to Keep Your Firefox Healthy

Jan 14 2013

According to the U.S. Government Web site, three of the most popular New Year’s resolutions are about getting trim and slim and shedding the pounds to get healthy. And we can see why — everyone wants to look and perform at their best.

With every Firefox update, we aim to make Firefox trim and slim and perform at its peak as well. But there are some things that you can do to to keep your browser healthy and running at its best as well.

It only takes a few minutes to keep your Firefox in top shape.

1. Always make sure you have the newest version for the latest speed improvements. There’s even a feature that updates things in the background, with little to no effort needed from you. For that feature to work, however, you need to be on a more recent version. Here are instructions for how to check to see if your browser is updated. You can also run a “speed check” to see if the version you are on is quick on its feet.

2. Delete old add-ons or extensions. Even if you don’t use that add-on you downloaded a year ago, it could still be running in the background. It doesn’t hurt, every so often, to take a look and delete any add-ons or extensions that you’re not using. If you find that you really need it, you can download it again. Here’s how to manage your extensions.

3. Check your plugins. Checking your plugins (those pieces of software built outside of Firefox that power games, videos and animations) should become a routine — just like checking your smoke alarms. Not only does this keep your Firefox running smoothly, but also running safer.

https://www.mozilla.org/plugincheck/

Consider making these action items part of a habit that you do every few months. Make it a New Year’s resolution that you’ll keep. You’ll thank yourself for it!