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 create 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.

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:

Note: Other problems can be solved with the Refresh Firefox feature. It restores Firefox to its default state while saving your essential information.

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 Such software may not be essential for your security, but if outdated, it may interfere with the use of Firefox, or cause Firefox to crash.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.
Warning: Using old versions of Firefox poses a significant security risk.
Important: By default, Firefox is set for automatic updates. To prevent Firefox from automatically updating itself after you install an older version, you'll need to change your Firefox update settings: In the Menu bar at the top of the screen, click Firefox and then select Preferences or Settings, depending on your macOS version.Click the menu button Fx89menuButton and select Settings. In the General panel, go to the Firefox Updates section. (In Firefox version 55 and below, you would go to the Advanced panel and choose the Update tab.)Go to the Advanced panel and choose the Update tab (see this article for details).

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:

Help us make Firefox better

If the latest version of Firefox is causing problems for you or you just don't like something about it, please give us feedback about it here: