Find and install extensions on Firefox for Android

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There are many recommended add-ons that you can install to add features to Firefox. This article explains how to find, install and manage add-ons in Firefox for Android.

How do I find and install add-ons?

You can access the Android add-ons from inside Firefox for Android:

  1. Tap the menu button android menu icon
    Menu button - Template:menupreview
  2. Tap the Add-ons menu item.
  3. Here you can see a list of recommended add-ons.
  4. Tap on an add-on to learn more. To install it, tap on the + button.
  5. This will then show you the access that add-on requires. Tap Add to start downloading the add-on.
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How do I update, change options or remove add-ons?

Update your add-ons

When you update Firefox for Android, it will automatically update your add-ons to compatible versions if they're available.

Temporary disable or remove an add-on

You can access the Android add-ons from inside Firefox for Android:

  1. Tap the menu button android menu icon
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  2. Tap the Add-ons menu item.
  3. Under Enabled is a list of what add-ons are currently active.
  4. Tap on the add-on you want to change.

To disable: Toggle the Enabled slider to off.

To uninstall: Tap the Remove button.

Here you can also view/edit Settings, Details and Permissions for the add-on.

Enable add-ons in private browsing

Add-ons (migrated and installed) are disabled by default in private browsing. To change this setting:

  1. Tap the menu button android menu icon
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  2. Tap the Add-ons menu item.
  3. Tap the add-on you want to change.
  4. Tap the slider next to Run in private browsing to turn it on or off.