Install an older version of Firefox
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Downgrading to an older version can cause loss of Firefox user data, as well as performance and security issues. We advise against downgrading so please do so at your own risk.
Downgrading is for advanced users only: If you must use an older version of Firefox, please use a separate Firefox profile for the older version, to minimize data loss.
Often when there is a problem with a Firefox update, people look for a way to go back to the previous version. That usually doesn't solve the problem and will make your computer and information vulnerable to attack. This article gives you some alternatives to downgrading and links to old versions of Firefox if you do choose to downgrade.
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Installing a previous version doesn't fix most problems
Problems with an update are generally not caused by the new version of Firefox, but rather the update process. Installing a previous version will not help in most cases. Instead, see:
- How to fix the Update Failed error message when updating Firefox
- Fix problems connecting to websites after updating Firefox
Ensure all security and security related software is fully updated. Some security software will need to be upgraded to a new version for each Firefox version update.
Optional software bundled with security software may also need updating. Such software may not be essential for your security, but if outdated, it may interfere with the use of Firefox, or cause Firefox to crash.
I still want to downgrade — where can I get the previous version?
Although Mozilla has a website with old versions of Firefox for testing purposes, it is not recommended that you use anything but the latest version.By default, different versions of Firefox will use the same user profile data. Installing an older version of Firefox after using Firefox version 55 or above can cause problems such as error messages, breakage in portions of Firefox and issues with some websites. You should either create a new profile or else refresh Firefox after installing the older version.
- Firefox 51.0.1 (US English)
- Windows XP SP2 users: Firefox 51.0.1 (US English)
- Firefox 51.0.1 (US English)
- Firefox 51.0.1 (US English)
- Firefox 52.0.2 (US English)
- Firefox 52.0.2 (US English)
- Firefox 52.0.2 (US English)
- Firefox 53.0.3 (US English)
- Firefox 53.0.3 (US English)
- Firefox 53.0.3 (US English)
- Firefox 54.0.1 (US English)
- Firefox 54.0.1 (US English)
- Firefox 54.0.1 (US English)
- Firefox 55.0.3 (US English)
- Firefox 55.0.3 (US English)
- Firefox 55.0.3 (US English)
- Firefox 56.0.2 32-bit (US English)
- Firefox 56.0.2 64-bit (US English)
- Firefox 56.0.2 (US English)
- Firefox 56.0.2 (US English)
Downgrade alternatives
Instead of downgrading to an older, insecure version of Firefox and changing your update settings, you should consider these alternatives:
Install Firefox Extended Support Release. Firefox Extended Support Release (ESR) is an official version of Firefox developed for large organizations like universities and businesses. Firefox ESR does not come with the latest features but it has the latest security and stability fixes. For more information, see the article Switch to Firefox Extended Support Release (ESR) for personal use.
Use the latest version of another browser:
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