Download Statistics Update
In June, we announced that we were making changes to add-on usage statistics on addons.mozilla.org (AMO). Now, we’re making a similar change to add-on download statistics. These statistics are aggregated … Read more
Articles in “developers”
Extensions in Firefox 81
In Firefox 81, we have improved error messages for extension developers and updated user-facing notifications to provide more information on how extensions are modifying their settings. For developers, the menus.create … Read more
Introducing the Promoted Add-ons Pilot
Today, we are launching a pilot program to give developers a way to promote their add-ons on addons.mozilla.org (AMO). This pilot program, which will run between the end of September … Read more
Update on extension support in the new Firefox for Android
Dec. 12, 2023 UPDATE: Please see this post for the most updated information around extensions on Firefox for Android. ************************************* Last week, we finished rolling out the new Firefox for … Read more
Disconnect’s road to success
Developers create extensions for a variety of reasons. Some are hobbyists who want to freely share their work with the world. Some find a way to turn their project into … Read more
Extensions in Firefox 80
Firefox 80 includes some minor improvements for developers using the downloads.download API: When using the saveAs option, the save dialog now shows a more specific file type filter appropriate for … Read more
Openness and security: a balancing act for the add-ons ecosystem
Add-ons offer a powerful way for people to customize their web experience in Firefox. From content blocking and media enhancement to productivity tooling, add-ons allow third-party developers to create, remix, … Read more
Extensions in Firefox 79
We have a little more news this release: a new API method, a reminder about a recently announced change, a preview of some things to come, and a few interesting … Read more
Changes to storage.sync in Firefox 79
Firefox 79, which will be released on July 28, includes changes to the storage.sync area. Items that extensions store in this area are automatically synced to all devices signed in … Read more