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Waterfox Essentials: HTTPS-Only Mode in Waterfox for Android

HTTPS-Only Mode is automatically enabled in Waterfox for Android, versions 1.0.0 and later. For every website you visit, Waterfox will automatically establish a secure, encrypted connection over HTTPS whenever possible. This is especially useful when you are using a public Wi-Fi, where you can’t be sure of the integrity of your internet connection. You can disable or enable this feature in your settings. What is the difference between HTTP and HTTPS? HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol. It is the fundamental protocol for the web and encodes basic interactions between browsers and web servers. The problem with the regular HTTP protocol is that the data transferring from server to browser is not encrypted, meaning data can be viewed, stolen, or altered. HTTPS protocols fix this by using either TLS (Transport Layer Security) or SSL (Secure Sockets Layer). This creates a secure encrypted connection between the server and the browser, which protects sensitive information....
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Waterfox Essentials: How to set up Sync in Waterfox for Android

Note Waterfox and BrowserWorks are in no way associated with Mozilla. By using a Mozilla account, please make yourself familiar with the Mozilla Accounts Privacy Notice Sign in to your Mozilla account on Waterfox for Android to sync your bookmarks, credit cards, history, logins and open tabs across your devices. Sign in to your Mozilla account Option 1: Pair your mobile browser with Waterfox desktop To sync your bookmarks, credit cards, history, logins and open tabs with Sync using an existing Mozilla account and QR code: On your Waterfox desktop: Access firefox.com/pair . Click Get started . On your Waterfox for Android app: Tap the menu button. Tap Sync and save your data. Tap Ready to scan. Point your device’s camera toward the QR code on your desktop. Option 2: Log in with credentials To sync your bookmarks, cr...
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Waterfox Essentials: Searching with Waterfox for Android

Welcome to the Waterfox for Android support hub. Here you’ll find articles to help you get the most out of Waterfox on your Android device, from managing your settings to understanding privacy features. The address bar in Waterfox for Android makes it easy for you to find what you’re looking for. Enter search terms or a specific web address to get search suggestions based on your open tabs, bookmarks, history and search engines — all within the same field. Keyword search Search with your default search engine Searching using the address bar will use your default search engine. Enter your search term in the address bar and tap Go . Search with a different search engine To switch your search engine for a search: Begin entering a search term in the address bar. Tap the search engine icon above the address bar and select a different search engine. Complete your search and tap Go . Waterfox suggests relevant search terms and even solutions related to the answer...
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Waterfox Essentials: Enhanced Tracking Protection in Waterfox for Android

Waterfox for Android uses a list provided by Disconnect to identify and block known trackers on the websites you visit. Tap the lock icon that appears in the address bar to check if Waterfox is actively blocking trackers on that page. Read Disconnect documentation about tracking and standards they use to create their list or the Mozilla Wiki about the lists used by Waterfox for Enhanced Tracking Protection . Enhanced Tracking Protection is enabled by default. Tap the lock icon that appears in the address bar to open the protections panel. The toggle next to Enhanced Tracking Protection changes to purple when on to indicate that trackers are being actively blocked for that site. Enhanced Tracking Protection is on by default, but you can turn it off or change your level of protection: Tap the menu button. Tap Settings . Under Privacy and Security , tap Enhanced Tracking Protection . Tap the switch to turn it on or off. If...
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The end of Windows 10 support marks the end of an era.

The end of Windows 10 support on October 14, 2025, marks the end of an era, as it stops receiving security updates and technical support, rendering systems insecure and less functional over time. This date is a call to migrate to Windows 11 or consider alternatives to ensure protection and compatibility in a constantly evolving technological environment. What the end of support means: Lack of security updates: Microsoft will stop providing security patches, making your PC vulnerable to cyberattacks and data loss. No technical support: There will be no official technical support from Microsoft, making troubleshooting difficult. Compatibility issues: Over time, the latest applications and hardware will no longer be compatible with an outdated operating system. What can you do? Upgrade to Windows 11: The top recommendation is to upgrade your computer to Windows 11 for a modern and secure experience. Consider a new PC: If your current computer doesn't meet th...
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Waterfox Essentials: Android, Manage my default search engines in Waterfox for Android

Waterfox for Android gives you the ability to add, remove, and change a default search engine. There are a variety of search engines available to choose from such as Google and Bing. You can also manually add other search engines and set one of them as your default. Change the default search engine Tap the search engine icon in the address bar. Tap Search Settings . Tap Default search engine . Select the search engine of your choice. Change the search engine for a single search Tap the search engine icon in the address bar. Select the search engine you want to use for this search. This will not change your default search engine. Edit search settings Tap the search engine icon in the address bar. Tap Search Settings . Under the Address bar section toggle any of the following settings: Autocomplete URLs : Autocomplete website addresses entered into the address bar. Show clipboard suggestions : If the last thing you copied to th...
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Waterfox Essentials: Android, Common Myths about Private Browsing

Private Browsing is a useful feature of Waterfox, but only if you understand the protection it offers. It helps you obscure your online activity from other people who use Waterfox on your device, but does not make you invisible online. Myth 1: Private Browsing makes you anonymous on the Internet Reality: Private Browsing does not mask your identity or activity online. Websites and internet service providers can still gather information about your visit, even if you are not signed in. If you use your device at work, your company may be able to monitor the websites you visit. If you surf the Web at home, your cable company (or their partners) may have access to your browsing information. Only a proxy can mask your location and encrypt your online activity, keeping your identity and data safe from prying eyes. If you need to stay anonymous online, try Mozilla VPN. Myth 2: Private Browsing removes all traces of your browsing activity from your computer Reality: Private Browsing...
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