About Studies

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  • Creator: Joni
  • Comment: removed screenshot (still says "Nightly") and correction: users are opted in by default and they must opt ou
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Shield studies let you try out different features and ideas before they are released to all Firefox users. Using your feedback, we can make more informed decisions based on what you actually need.

How do I participate?

When a study is available, you will be asked to participate. If you confirm your willingness to participate in a specific study, an add-on will be installed on your computer for the duration of the study.

When the study ends, the add-on will expire and you will be asked to fill out a survey.

How do I see the studies I'm in?

To see the studies you're participating in, type about:studies into your address bar.

How do I opt out?

To opt out of a specific study

Type about:preferences#privacy into your address bar to see a list of your studies. Click the Remove button next to the study you want to opt out of.

To opt out of all studies

  1. Type about:preferences#privacy in the address bar.
  2. Remove the check mark next to Allow Firefox to run and install studies.