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install newest version firefox on linux mint 19.3 problems

i am having problems to install firefox 135.0 on linux mint 19.3 and if can get instructions that work looked on internet i havent found help there is there a sure fire … (read more)

i am having problems to install firefox 135.0 on linux mint 19.3 and if can get instructions that work looked on internet i havent found help there is there a sure fire way to solve this problem ?

Asked by douglasebers 42 minutes ago

Last reply by jonzn4SUSE 38 seconds ago

Trying to find extension to email a browser link AND change default email from Outlook to T'bird

When I moved to a new computer with Windows 11, I lost my extension that allowed me to easily email a web-link to someone or myself. Any suggestions? I have a secondary… (read more)

When I moved to a new computer with Windows 11, I lost my extension that allowed me to easily email a web-link to someone or myself. Any suggestions?

I have a secondary problem, just remembered. Windows 11 is forcing the default app in these instances to Outlook. How do I change the default?

Asked by DrDively 11 hours ago

Last reply by markwarner22 6 hours ago

Some add-ons need re-enabling after every start

Ever since a few weeks ago, some of my add-ons as well as every new add-on I added after that are unavailable at the start of Firefox. I then have to click into the appli… (read more)

Ever since a few weeks ago, some of my add-ons as well as every new add-on I added after that are unavailable at the start of Firefox. I then have to click into the application menu, click on the warning message for that add-on and enable it again. Since this is quite tedious and frustrating, I tried looking online for any info. I tried updating everything, disabling and enabling manually and removed and re-added some if the add-ons that cause issues.

I am loath to set up a fresh profile or reset all add-ons as that would cost a lot of time to configure everything again. In hopes of a solution that avoids that I am asking here now.

Asked by bdns1 3 months ago

Last reply by bjsantos 9 hours ago

This new update caused an error with my Windows. I am in safe mode but need to go back to the previous version of Firefox

Can you tell me how to restore to the previous version. It was the only change to my computer last night and prevented windows from loading. I am currently in safe mode… (read more)

Can you tell me how to restore to the previous version. It was the only change to my computer last night and prevented windows from loading. I am currently in safe mode.

Asked by Glroia 10 hours ago

Updating to latest firefox browser

Having succesfully updated to the latest version of Firefox on a Linux System, how can I make this version my default browser? When I click on the icon in the panel (bott… (read more)

Having succesfully updated to the latest version of Firefox on a Linux System, how can I make this version my default browser? When I click on the icon in the panel (bottom of screen) it launches the old version, but if I click on a link in an email it launches the new version.

Asked by Chris Klein Overzero 16 hours ago

Firefox Root Certificate Expiration: Questions & Tips for Updating

Important update! On March 14, 2025, a critical root certificate in Firefox will expire. If you’re still using an older version (before Firefox 128 or ESR 115.13+), it’s … (read more)

Important update! On March 14, 2025, a critical root certificate in Firefox will expire. If you’re still using an older version (before Firefox 128 or ESR 115.13+), it’s crucial to update to Firefox 128 or newer to avoid issues with add-ons, DRM-protected content, and other features.

For full details, check out Update Firefox to prevent add-ons issues from root certificate expiration.

If you have questions about the update or need help with the process, this is the place to ask! Whether you’re just starting or you’ve already updated and want to share your experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s come together, share tips, and ensure we’re all prepared. Drop your questions or insights below!

Asked by Lucas Siebert 4 months ago

Last reply by rmiyai 22 hours ago

Update today seems fishy

Long story short (as possible): Windows 11 Home, Firefox version 135.0, File version 18.5.0.0, Product version 18.05 Opened Firefox first thing as soon as PC was turned… (read more)

Long story short (as possible):

Windows 11 Home, Firefox version 135.0, File version 18.5.0.0, Product version 18.05

Opened Firefox first thing as soon as PC was turned on today. Immediately prompted for an update. It's Mozilla/Firefox. I didn't question it. I did the update and it asked me to download a file. "I trust Mozilla. OK". It downloaded a Firefox Installer.exe file. The same as the one I installed back in 2022 when I set up this PC. I noticed it was a duplicate because (1) followed the file name. "Odd, but okay...it's Mozilla/Firefox. I trust it"

Then I tried to use Firefox and no matter what website I tried to go to I got a "Gah. Your tab just crashed" on the page. It had "Restore crashed tabs" options but nothing worked. All led back to "Gah. Your tabs..." Thinking about the same Installer.exe file and its (1), I checked the Firefox update history. Nothing for today. I then opened the Properties of the original 2022 Installer.exe and the one today. All were the same except 1) - the 2022 file is 325KB and the (1) file from today is 364KB, and 2) - under Digital Signatures, the Digest algorithm is "sha1" in the 2022 file and "sha256" in the (2) file from today.

I didn't know this Ask a question/forum was here or I would have inquired here first. Instead I turned to Reddit's Firefox group using my phone before I did anything on my PC. I spec'd out the details of the day and was assured by two people to do a restart of Firefox. So I did. Yup, that seemed to fix the issue. And off I went with the stuff I'd originally had in store for my day. Until I had different/unrelated need to view my Downloads and I see a FireFox Installer(2) that must have crept in when I did the restart. There was no notification/prompt or request to allow. It just showed up and I wouldn't have known about it unless I checked my Downloads folder.

Until someone tells me otherwise, I'm staying off Firefox. Two .exe Installer files downloaded for a simple update? One which I authorized/allowed but the other sneaking in when I restarted Firefox? Not to mention the tabs not loading until I did the restart which if legit needed, Firefox didn't prompt me to do? That doesn't sound like normal Mozilla/Firefox behaviour. None of today's events do.

So...is this fishy like I think it is? Fishy or not, what's the best thing to do? I'm okay with computers but DEFINITELY NOT an expert. Hence me being here and asking what to do. Guidance needed. Help?

I wrote out the OS details and specs of the browser. I think that's all that anyone would need but if I'm wrong, don't hesitate to ask for more.

Thanks folks.

Asked by Jarod1941 23 hours ago

Download Firefox browser

I recently returned an older, windows 7 laptop to original factory settings. It works great but the original browser was "windows explorer" which is no longer supported a… (read more)

I recently returned an older, windows 7 laptop to original factory settings. It works great but the original browser was "windows explorer" which is no longer supported and defunct. Consequently, without internet, I have no way to download a browser. So my question is: is there a Firefox disk, or is there a way to get Firefox without internet?

Firefox current production update method for Ubuntu 24 LTS

Ubuntu 24 LTS distro does not support the .deb package but has a SNAP for a ported version of Firefox. Instead, I installed direct Mozilla Firefox into /opt/firefox and … (read more)

Ubuntu 24 LTS distro does not support the .deb package but has a SNAP for a ported version of Firefox. Instead, I installed direct Mozilla Firefox into /opt/firefox and run the Mozilla production release. Although as an ordinary user, Firefox will NOT let me use the internal update of Firefox under Help -> About Firefox, if I login as root and into a window environment such as Gnome, my /opt/firefox/firefox will do the About Firefox update internal to Firefox -- no apt involved. Mozilla has an apt repo and method to update Firefox, presumably via the Software Updater that can be run from a regular, not root, user window, perhaps asking for the sudo password. Which approach is better: internal Firefox "About Firefox" update in a root window, or using the .dep repo using non-root Software Updater?

Asked by ykarant 1 day ago

Last reply by James 1 day ago

Firefox Will Not Open on ARM Surface Laptop 7th

Hello, my Firefox will not run no matter what I try. I originally installed Firefox from the Microsoft Store and it worked perfectly for about a week. Then it stopped op… (read more)

Hello, my Firefox will not run no matter what I try.

I originally installed Firefox from the Microsoft Store and it worked perfectly for about a week. Then it stopped opening. When attempting to run the app, a loading cursor briefly appears and nothing happens. It is not visible in task manager processes.

Uninstalled and reinstalled several times - no luck.

Installed Firefox directly from website - still doesn't run, but it does pop up with a "crash report" window.

Can anybody help me out?

Asked by maciej16 1 day ago

2012 Macbook Pro REALLY can no longer use Firefox?

I have a mid-2012 Macbook Pro that works very well. I have no reason to replace it other than to have access to newer versions of applications, which so far I've not need… (read more)

I have a mid-2012 Macbook Pro that works very well. I have no reason to replace it other than to have access to newer versions of applications, which so far I've not needed.

Does the March 2025 Firefox end-of-life dealine mean I simply will not be able to use Firefox anymore? I'm certainly not going to buy a whole new computer just to use a newer version of Firefox.

Asked by allencraig 2 days ago

Last reply by James 1 day ago