Resist Fingerprinting vs Enhanced Tracking Protection controls

Hello, I am working through setting up LibreWolf and running into a problem. The top of the Privacy and Security page displays a blue "caution box" that states: "You’re … (read more)

Hello, I am working through setting up LibreWolf and running into a problem. The top of the Privacy and Security page displays a blue "caution box" that states:

"You’re using Resist Fingerprinting (RFP), which replaces some of LibreWolf’s fingerprinting protection settings. This might cause some sites to break."

I have read through the Learn more and believe I have followed the instructions which basically state to go to FireFox, set the privacy standard to Strict. Supposedly this action should allow the LibreWolf Enhanced Tracking Protection in Strict mode. I have completed the change to Strict on the FireFox page, but the blue caution box remains. I have closed and restarted both the LibreWolf and FireFox pages, cleared cookies, restarted the computer, rechecked to ensure the FireFox privacy settings haven't reverted. I am still getting the blue caution box. I'll appreciate your assistance. I might also note that I lost (and was forced to reenter all the above information when I copied and pasted the browser's troubleshooting data into the box below. That doesn't make a very pleasant opening experience... Thank you.

Asked by gordonharrod 2 months ago

Last reply by zeroknight 2 months ago

security settings do not allow me to access my router setup at https://192.168.1.1

I'm trying to configure my router and the instructions tell me to go to https://192.168.1.1. But the security settings will not allow me to get to that (local network) I… (read more)

I'm trying to configure my router and the instructions tell me to go to https://192.168.1.1. But the security settings will not allow me to get to that (local network) IP address, and ther.is no option to bypass the warning

Asked by Allan and Gayle Richardson 4 months ago

Last reply by jonzn4SUSE 4 months ago

Passwords and login, names and addresses

I have tried all the suggestion in the FAQ section. I must not be understanding. I normally use Edge and it easily store my information so I don't have to input it eve… (read more)

I have tried all the suggestion in the FAQ section. I must not be understanding. I normally use Edge and it easily store my information so I don't have to input it every time. However, Firefox does not store it at all. The FAQ say after you type your password you get a save or not save message. I do not get it. No where does it allow me to store anything. I have uninstalled and reinstalled Firefox to make sure I have the latest. But same results. Any suggestion on what or how to store my data. I do not see the screens the FAQ shows. How can I save my data. I want to get rid of edge.

Asked by bonafede2007 3 weeks ago

Last reply by zeroknight 3 weeks ago

Access-Control-Allow-Origin

Hello everyone, I'm currently consuming APIs hosted on an external server using Java( or any other server side language), and everything works smoothly. However, when at… (read more)

Hello everyone,

I'm currently consuming APIs hosted on an external server using Java( or any other server side language), and everything works smoothly. However, when attempting to consume the same APIs in JavaScript, I encounter the 'Access-Control-Allow-Origin' error.

After some research, I discovered that browsers implement security checks leading to this issue. Can anyone advise on how to disable these security checks or resolve this issue when accessing the website in the Firefox browser? Any insights would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Asked by Ahtisham Ali 2 months ago

Last reply by ahtisham ali 2 months ago

HTTPS overkill by Firefox

Later version refuses to connect to my modem, and goes into security web mode. This modem uses HTTP/HTTPS for access, i.e., connects directly it's IP address, then the us… (read more)

Later version refuses to connect to my modem, and goes into security web mode. This modem uses HTTP/HTTPS for access, i.e., connects directly it's IP address, then the user enters a username and password. At that point, the the modem switches to HTTPS for control.

With this recent update, there is NO WAY to access the modem for any work, or upgrade the HTTPS certificate on the modem. This is a BUG.

What should happen is that if the web site will accept a HTTP connection, Firefox should NOT refuse connection or test for security issues UNTIL the user or the device switches to HTTPS.

As an aside, I've used Firefox on this Zywall modem for years until recently.

Asked by ted41 4 months ago

Last reply by zeroknight 4 months ago

New Firefox GPC 120 setting causes problems on Xfinity community forum

I just updated to Firefox 120, and tried the new GPC setting (Tell websites not to sell or share my data). I ran into a problem when I went to the Xfinity community forum… (read more)

I just updated to Firefox 120, and tried the new GPC setting (Tell websites not to sell or share my data). I ran into a problem when I went to the Xfinity community forums (https://forums.xfinity.com/) . It causes a banner on top showing they recognize the setting. There is an "X" in the corner, and some text that says "Hide this banner", but they are not active. Plus, I cannot make a new post or do a general reply (that weird forum software has both local replies to a particular post and general replies to the general thread.)

Is this a bug in Firefox, or a bug in their forum software? I attached a picture of the message it gives.

Asked by andyross 5 months ago

Last reply by zeroknight 5 months ago

Paid Antitrack

I paid Mozilla $114.35 for enhanced antitracking support but I still get Norton alerts saying I'm being tracked. Was I scammed or is the enhanced antitracking not working… (read more)

I paid Mozilla $114.35 for enhanced antitracking support but I still get Norton alerts saying I'm being tracked. Was I scammed or is the enhanced antitracking not working?

Asked by kokkotp 1 month ago

Last reply by James 1 month ago

location permission

I have been dealing with https://www.mynylottery.org/portal/ for weeks trying to get their software to recognize my location, required to place subscriptions on their sit… (read more)

I have been dealing with https://www.mynylottery.org/portal/ for weeks trying to get their software to recognize my location, required to place subscriptions on their site. I have switched off every safety and restriction in settings to open the computer to their search for my location. I finally got them on the phone and they told me that for a reason they don't understand, Firefox is the only browser that is currently giving them problems. It refuses to allow them to pinpoint location of the connecting computer either via wi-fi or ethernet connection. Please provide some guidance and if necessary, contact the NYS lottery to solve the problem.

David Campbell

Asked by weary 3 weeks ago

Last reply by zeroknight 2 weeks ago

Form data not being saved

I fill out a specific online form on a regular basis. When I used Chrome several months ago it always remembered my form data. But no matter what setting I set I cannot g… (read more)

I fill out a specific online form on a regular basis. When I used Chrome several months ago it always remembered my form data. But no matter what setting I set I cannot get this to work on Firefox.

Under Privacy & Security I've set History to Use custom settings for history: Remember browsing and download history enabled Remember search and form history enabled Clear history when Firefox closes disabled

I have also checked antivirus, antispyware, firewall, and privacy programs are not interfering. I do have a VPN but only use this when using online banking.

Asked by GusGF 3 months ago

Last reply by zeroknight 3 months ago

Did not connect: potential security issue to my credit union. nothing wrong on their end

I keep getting this message did not connect:potential security issue. I went to my credit union and they find no problem with their website and I am able access my accoun… (read more)

I keep getting this message did not connect:potential security issue. I went to my credit union and they find no problem with their website and I am able access my account on their computer. This just came up Friday

Asked by cjc55 4 weeks ago

Last reply by cor-el 4 weeks ago

Google Identity Services to FedCm migration

As third parties cookies will going to be blocked and Google is migrating their identity services to fedcm but currently fedcm is not supported by Mozilla so what will be… (read more)

As third parties cookies will going to be blocked and Google is migrating their identity services to fedcm but currently fedcm is not supported by Mozilla so what will be the solution for one tap sign in using google on Mozilla?

Asked by naveenkumar2 1 month ago

Last reply by zeroknight 1 month ago

blocking a website from loading

I keep getting rerouted to a malicious McAfee Antivirus software page stating my computer has 5 viruses and my Mcafee subscription has expired, etc. I don't have that sof… (read more)

I keep getting rerouted to a malicious McAfee Antivirus software page stating my computer has 5 viruses and my Mcafee subscription has expired, etc. I don't have that software & NEVER plan to use it. How do I block the URL from loading? This should be SIMPLE in the Mozilla settings, can't find anything regarding web filters or page blocking.

Asked by Tony X 2 months ago

Last reply by zeroknight 2 months ago

I can't log out from a site using an old version of firefox. Impossible to get locked out anymore which would be important though!

Hi I have been using firefox on linux for a while without updating it. We are artsellers and I used to be able to log in and out of an artplatform without any problems. I… (read more)

Hi I have been using firefox on linux for a while without updating it. We are artsellers and I used to be able to log in and out of an artplatform without any problems. It's now been a few weeks since logging out is not possible any more on this platform which means that I am constantly logged in which I really do not want. The menu does not work anymore on this side whereas it works with other browers. I already contacted the platform. They cannot do anything about it themselves and asked me to contact your team. Please help. Thank you Best regards from Germany C. Marsac

Asked by asupta 3 weeks ago

Last reply by zeroknight 2 weeks ago

Security Errors! Why can't I check my gmail with Firefox anymore?

I'm an old school draftsman and I have been using Firefox for over 25 years. I have always had good experiences using Firefox, until a few months ago. I can't get my gmai… (read more)

I'm an old school draftsman and I have been using Firefox for over 25 years. I have always had good experiences using Firefox, until a few months ago. I can't get my gmail through Firefox anymore. I get CloudFlare security ERRORS so much I've almost quit using Firefox completely. How can I fix these problems and continue using your browser?

www.realoem.com Checking if the site connection is secure Verify your Human. CloudFlare Privacy - Terms www.realoem.com needs to review the security of your connection before proceeding.

I have had TOO Many of these pages happen to keep using Firefox. WHY ?

Asked by D. Layne Perkins Jr 2 months ago

Last reply by zeroknight 2 months ago

Firefox Private Automatically Downloaded

Yesterday I tried updated an old pc that has windows 10. When I checked the computer this morning the start menu shows a shortcut to Firefox private and says I downloaded… (read more)

Yesterday I tried updated an old pc that has windows 10. When I checked the computer this morning the start menu shows a shortcut to Firefox private and says I downloaded it yesterday.

Frankly this caused my wife to raise concerns about what I’m doing and I’m trying to clear my name.

I have never used Firefox private. I did not download it either.

Is it possible that the shortcut somehow automatically downloaded? Is there a way that I can show her the private browsing history which should be empty anyway?

In short, can you help me clear my name?

Asked by ethanpulliam 1 month ago

Last reply by cor-el 1 month ago