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Mozilla’s ‘Firefox Focus’ finds its way into Android

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Not less than a year ago, Mozilla, in one of its major releases, came out with iOS version of Firefox Focus, and now Team Mozilla has decided to launch its Android version as well. Firefox Focus has the fame as one of the secure and private browsers available as it blocks the ad trackers by default and also erase the browsing history, thus ensuring its users of more privacy options.

The Android version has got a mild face lift as it comes with few added functionality as the iOS’ Firefox Focus is built with minimalistic features. Tracker counter, a utility which the iOS version lacks is available for Android, and it informs the users of just how many ads are being blocked by Firefox Focus. You can also disable the Ad Tracker if you wish. Interestingly, blocking of ads makes the browser faster and also consumes less data. For added privacy, users can quickly erase any passwords or cookies along with their browser history.

Also, for Android users, when used in the background, the browsers send a notification to its users so that they can erase their browser history. Android’ s Firefox Focus can also be set as the default browser, a feature that the iOS version lacks.

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Frequently asked questions ( 5 )

Q

What is Firefox focus?

A

Firefox Focus. Firefox Focus is a privacy-focused browser from Mozilla, available for Android and iOS smartphones and tablets. Firefox Focus initially was a tracker-blocking application for mobile iOS devices, released in December 2015. It has been developed to a minimalistic web browser shortly afterward.

Q

Is Chrome better than Firefox?

A

Mozilla has a new web browser, called Firefox Quantum, to compete with Google Chrome. ... Mozilla said Firefox Quantum is designed to be twice as fast as its Firefox predecessor from last year -- while using 30 percent less computer memory than the Chrome browser.

Q

Who owns Firefox?

A

When you visit a website that is using SSL, otherwise known as HTTPS or TLS, you see a green message in your browser location bar that says “Secure”. “Secure” in Chrome browser does not mean “Safe”.

Q

Whenever you want a private tracker on Firefox Focus?

A

firefox Focus is easy to use. Just enter your search or website address in the field.
To share a page or open it in regular Firefox or another browser, tap the menu button at the top right and choose from the options: Share, Open with Firefox to open a page in regular Firefox.

Q

How to Customize your Firefox Focus?

A

Customize the level of content blocking and tracking protection that you need.
1.Open Firefox Focus.
2. Tap the menu button at the top right corner.
3.Tap Settings.
4. Tap the switch next to each feature to turn it on or off.
5. Tap the back button or close Firefox Focus. Firefox Focus will save your changes automatically.

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