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Caution

Waterfox now includes downgrade protection to prevent corruption of user profile data. If you install an older version, you’ll be prompted to create a new Waterfox profile.

If there is a problem with a new version of Waterfox, some people may want to downgrade Waterfox to a previous version but we do not recommend this. The latest Waterfox version includes security updates so downgrading to an older version leaves you more vulnerable to attacks and usually doesn’t fix the problem. This article gives you some alternatives to downgrading and links to older versions of Waterfox if you do choose to downgrade.

Unwanted features in the new Waterfox version

If you dislike new features in the latest version of Waterfox, your first reaction might be to go back to the previous version. Rather than downgrading, try getting used to the new features or ask a question on the support forum, to see if there is a workaround or a way to restore the old behavior without downgrading Waterfox.

Installing a previous version doesn’t fix most problems

Problems with an update are usually not caused by the new version of Waterfox, but rather the update process. In most cases, installing a previous version will not help. Instead, see:

Note

Other problems can be solved with the Refresh Waterfox feature. It restores Waterfox 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 so that it is compatible with each Waterfox version update.

Optional software bundled with security software also may need updating. Such software may not be essential for your security but, if outdated, may interfere with the use of Waterfox or cause Waterfox to crash.

I still want to downgrade — where can I get the previous version?

If you still want to downgrade, you can visit Waterfox’s directory of older Waterfox versions using the links below. Please note, however, that using older versions can make Waterfox insecure and more vulnerable to attacks and scams. We recommend that you always use the newest version of Waterfox. :::caution Older Waterfox versions pose a significant security risk. :::

Important: By default, Waterfox is set for automatic updates. To prevent Waterfox from automatically updating itself after you install an older version, you’ll need to change your Waterfox update settings: Click the menu button menu button and select Settings. In the General panel, go to the Waterfox Updates section.

Alternatives to downgrading

Instead of downgrading to an older, insecure version of Waterfox and changing your update settings, you should consider these alternatives:

Use the latest version of another browser. If you are not satisfied with the current Waterfox version or it simply is not working right now, there are alternative browsers that you can use to browse the web.

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