Switching to JSON for update manifests
We plan on switching completely to JSON update manifests on Firefox and AMO. If you self-distribute your add-on please read ahead for details. AMO handles automatic updates for all add-ons … Read more
Articles in “developers”
Firefox Quantum Extensions Challenge Winners
The results are in for the Firefox Quantum Extensions Challenge! We were thrilled to see so many creative, helpful, and delightful submission entries. After our judging panel selected finalists … Read more
Vote for the Winners of the Firefox Quantum Extensions Challenge
Thank you to everyone who submitted extensions to the Firefox Quantum Extensions Challenge! Our judges reviewed more than 100 submissions and have selected the finalists for each prize category. Now, … Read more
Extensions in Firefox 60
Many people read this blog because they’ve written extensions for Firefox in the past. Others, though, know some HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and have been thinking about writing their first … Read more
Enter the Firefox Quantum Extensions Challenge
Firefox users love using extensions to personalize their browsing experience. Now, it’s easier than ever for developers with working knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to create extensions for Firefox … Read more
Theme API Update
This article is written by Michael de Boer, Mozilla Engineering Manager working on the Firefox Frontend team. Mike has been actively involved in themes for a long time and is … Read more
Updates to Add-on Review Policies
The Firefox add-ons platform provides developers with a great level of freedom to create amazing features that help make users’ lives easier. We’ve made some significant changes to add-ons over … Read more
Discontinuing support for beta versions
addons.mozilla.org (AMO) has supported a way for developers to upload beta versions of their add-ons. This allowed power users to test upcoming features and fixes before they are published to … Read more
Using Permissions to Establish Trust
I used to work in an industry where being ISO 9001 certified was necessary in order to remain competitive. If you are unfamiliar with ISO 9001, it is a set … Read more