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I'm hacked

For some reason for the last year I haven't been able to search anything relevant to what I'm looking for some how someone has me hacked and Firefox is the only browser I… (read more)

For some reason for the last year I haven't been able to search anything relevant to what I'm looking for some how someone has me hacked and Firefox is the only browser I can get through to I've bought new phones at first it works then a couple days later the same things happens with the new phone that happened with the last phone. Please can someone help?

Asked by Timothy 2 weeks ago

Last reply by markwarner22 2 weeks ago

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Voice search in android

The sound input icon prevents me from typing the site name. I do not use voice input, much less use Google. The input field is small and it is not convenient to edit the … (read more)

The sound input icon prevents me from typing the site name. I do not use voice input, much less use Google. The input field is small and it is not convenient to edit the name of the site where you are going to go and then voice input is distracting.

Asked by hdaha 2 weeks ago

Answered by TyDraniu 2 weeks ago

Issue with Google services (search, reCaptcha, Drive) with Firefox

Hi, Firefox latest version, windows 10 up to date. I experience various issues with Google services: reCaptcha doesn't work: the challenge doesn't appear, or if by … (read more)

Hi,

Firefox latest version, windows 10 up to date.

I experience various issues with Google services:

  • reCaptcha doesn't work: the challenge doesn't appear, or if by chance it does, it just runs forever.
  • Opening pages from the Google search page frequently fails. The page just stops loading on a white page. Reloading multiple times, or removing the Google search encapsulation from the url bar, solves the issue.
  • Accessing files on Drive frequently fails.

Evertyhing works fine 1. with any other browser; 2. with Firefox on a another PC.

I've tried, of course, changing all possible security/tracking options, disabling add-ons, &c, to no avail. I've tried to uninstall/reinstall Firefox - I need what is stored in my profile, so I copied back all of my profile files in the new profile folder. Same issue. I've tried using the newly installed default profile - same issue.

As stated, no issue at all with any other web browser. Can you help me diagnose?

Thank you!

Asked by j l 2 weeks ago

Add firefox as a search option

I need a default search string in order to add Firefox as a search option. Directions on the app advise how to add a search option, but a default search string is require… (read more)

I need a default search string in order to add Firefox as a search option. Directions on the app advise how to add a search option, but a default search string is required and I haven't been able to figure out what use. https://firefox.com/search is the best I can guess. Any help for an old man is appreciated.

Asked by hspatola 3 weeks ago

Last reply by James 3 weeks ago

Barre de recherche dans FIREFOX

Bonjour, J'ai du supprimer dans la barre d'outils , la barre de recherche qui me permettait de faire rapidement des recherches sur GOOGLE ou autres,; comme le rétablir d… (read more)

Bonjour, J'ai du supprimer dans la barre d'outils , la barre de recherche qui me permettait de faire rapidement des recherches sur GOOGLE ou autres,; comme le rétablir dans ma barre d'outils avec la loupe et le champ de recherche? Merci de vos réponses

Asked by jfreal 3 weeks ago

Search engine defaults to Google every time I start the app ... how to default to DuckDuckGo?

I go in and set the Search engine to DuckDuckGo but it defaults back to Google every time I start the app again. Firefox 128.6.0esr macOS 14.7.2. Will return to my previ… (read more)

I go in and set the Search engine to DuckDuckGo but it defaults back to Google every time I start the app again. Firefox 128.6.0esr macOS 14.7.2.

Will return to my previous browser if FF doesn't allow my choice of Search engine.

Asked by me496 3 weeks ago

White page in Firefox when searching with Duckduckgo

When I search using duckduckgo within firefox I get a white page with no results sometimes, it's quite frequent and I'm not sure what is the cause. I've tried disabling a… (read more)

When I search using duckduckgo within firefox I get a white page with no results sometimes, it's quite frequent and I'm not sure what is the cause. I've tried disabling addons like Ubo, malwarebytes and had no luck. I've changed my firefox settings hoping that would fix it but it hasn't. It's like the page doesn't fully load.

Asked by BobbyTheBuildery 3 weeks ago

Last reply by BobbyTheBuildery 3 weeks ago

The plus sign got removed from Google search query

Hello everyone. I'm dealing with something a bit strange. When I try to use Firefox on Linux to search for things with Google, the `+` character is automatically remove… (read more)

Hello everyone.

I'm dealing with something a bit strange.

When I try to use Firefox on Linux to search for things with Google, the `+` character is automatically removed from the query string. For example:

  • Searching for `c++`, I got `c`
  • Searching for `g++`, I got `g`.

This issue doesn't happen for DuckDuckGo, but only Google (using the same browser, just different tabs). I don't have (and don't plan to install) other browsers on my linux box to try, but from another machine in the same network I didn't have this issue with Safari / Chrome.

I'm using Firefox for Linux on Fedora Sway Spin.

I created a screen recording but the forum doesn't allow posting video. I can share it if needed.

The issue happened locally (I think couple of days go, earlier I was able to search for C++ related stuff troubles).

Please let me know if there's anything I can try to fix this.

Thank you very much in advance

Asked by x2y8kbd7y2 3 weeks ago

Last reply by x2y8kbd7y2 3 weeks ago

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Java not working on Google search

I can't use Google search, Java not running yet it was the other day, I have 'Open264' plug-in, in 'about-config' Javascript.enabled is set to 'true'- I tried toggle it … (read more)

I can't use Google search, Java not running yet it was the other day, I have 'Open264' plug-in, in 'about-config' Javascript.enabled is set to 'true'- I tried toggle it and re-booted but still same.

Then, I tried in browser 'safe-mode', lo and behold that solved the problem.... why is this? What I didn't mention is before doing all this I tried Java script and that work OK.... but not Google search.

Thanks, Dave

Asked by EF80 4 weeks ago

Answered by James 4 weeks ago

Firefox account and Duck-Duck-Go search browser

My Samsung laptop uses Microsoft Outlook and it just froze my Comcast emails on the laptop (but not Samsung S23 phone). This after a failed effort to start a 1password a… (read more)

My Samsung laptop uses Microsoft Outlook and it just froze my Comcast emails on the laptop (but not Samsung S23 phone). This after a failed effort to start a 1password account that refused for transfer saved passwords from Firefox, and also won't let Firefox use saved PWs to open sites.

This remains a problem even after theoretically deleting the 1password account from phone (a success) and laptop (partial success; icons still appear and require manual PW entries by me). I'm confused about the FF and Duck-Duck interface and maybe I should delete Duck-Duck if FF provides the same amenities and privacy? -- Greg

Asked by gregoryptucha 1 month ago

Duckduckgo

I cant seem to reload duckduckgo ? Tried thriugh app store on my iphone but is not working for me. I already have firefix loaded. Ty

Asked by crafty gal 3 weeks ago

Google is in my browser and I do not use google-ever

For some reason the first item when I open my browser is google. I do not use google-I can search my browser's history and see I do not use google. How do I get it remove… (read more)

For some reason the first item when I open my browser is google. I do not use google-I can search my browser's history and see I do not use google. How do I get it removed? There is no reason for it to pop-up in my browser at all but there is absolutely no reason for it to be the top item whenever I open my browser. Why is it even there? I always use DuckDuckGo to search.

Please help me remove google from my browser. I have attached a screenshot with my browser showing google as the first item when I open it. This is getting so frustrating when I try to avoid google like the plague...the plague it is.

Thank you very much.

Asked by pschram48 4 weeks ago

Last reply by James 4 weeks ago

This is Why I continue to avoid Firefox...

It is the 'Search Bar' function on your Browser! It's an absolute nuisance to use. When you begin typing a question into the search bar it immediately (as you all know) d… (read more)

It is the 'Search Bar' function on your Browser! It's an absolute nuisance to use. When you begin typing a question into the search bar it immediately (as you all know) diverts to the Address bar in the Browser. Your eyes have to divert your focus and attention every single time you use the Search Bar making the process fatiguing, exacerbated by having to put up with the smaller font used in the address bar. Google, EDGE and Opera, Doesn't use this method only Firefox. It's a real pain and the is the sole reason I will never make 'Fox' my default Browser.

Mr. Terence Read

(Retired Electronics Engineer Age 70)

Asked by telboy911 4 weeks ago

Last reply by TyDraniu 4 weeks ago

Zone du clavier du menu de recherche occupe la moitié de l’écran après usage

Après utilisation de la fonction de recherche par mot clé, par la loupe dans le menu par appui sur le bouton en bas à droite (3 barres horizontales), et après avoir fermé… (read more)

Après utilisation de la fonction de recherche par mot clé, par la loupe dans le menu par appui sur le bouton en bas à droite (3 barres horizontales), et après avoir fermé la zone permettant de saisir le mot clé, durant la navigation suivante et lors du balayage de l’écran vers le bas pour voir le haut de la page visitée et faisant normalement apparaître la barre avec l’URL en bas de l’écran, cette URL apparaît décalée vers le haut au dessus d’une zone vide grise comme le fond et qui occupe la moitié de l’écran de mon iPhone SE, comme si cet espace était réservé pour servir à afficher le clavier (mais celui-ci ne s’affiche pas ce qui est normal puisqu’on a quitté la fonction de recherche par mot clé)… Merci d’avance pour votre aide. Cordialement.

Asked by sp80 4 weeks ago

search tool

Why the hell do I have yahoo (piece of shit) as a search engine in stead of google? I am seriously considering getting rid of you guys and going with google chrome where … (read more)

Why the hell do I have yahoo (piece of shit) as a search engine in stead of google? I am seriously considering getting rid of you guys and going with google chrome where I can get some decent searches done.

Asked by dmtalley6 1 month ago