Firefox Focus: Privacy Browser Customer Service

Firefox Focus: Privacy browser Positive Reviews

Still a great choice for ad-blocking, and about your only choice for privacy.If you want to know how private your browser is in 2021, look up EFF Fingerprinting / Cover Your Tracks, which is a non-profit site that will do a legitimate test of your browser’s privacy. Focus will still test better than your other browsers, I guarantee. Edit: Thanks for page search and other new features! Very happy to see Focus receive meaningful, timely updates yet again. Firefox Focus is an absolutely necessary addition to your browser list. You can block ad, social, analytic, and others which if you know what’s up is worth the sacrifice of losing your tabs. Saying the regular Firefox app has these additions by itself or because Focus is installed is ignorant and if you want that question answered you should probably look that up instead of leaving negative a review. Thank you Mozilla for keeping Firefox Focus updated - it is a very refreshing addition to the sea of privacy-invasive apps on iOS, and it easily became my default browser as well. Could we get a way to change our User Agent soon though, please?.Slothrop86Version: 34.0

App Update deleted all of my browser shorcutsUpdate: A recent app update deleted my 4 browser shortcuts and I had to add them back in. Hopefully this won’t recur with future updates. This happened on both my iPhone and iPad. Until the last update you could add 4 shortcuts to your favorite sites so you could easily open them without typing in the whole web address for your most visited sites. Not sure why this feature would be removed. If you didn’t want to use it then you didn’t have to use it. So if users were concerned that others would see their favorite sites they could just enable Face ID or Touch ID to prevent this. Hope this is added back in a future update. It was very convenient to just check your favorite news, sports, or other info sites for any quick news updates when your in a hurry. URL Autocomplete isn’t the same because the sites you visit may be similar to those saved in app’s Top Sites which means you have to type more of the website address to get to the correct website. Instead of just clicking the shortcut. Please fix this so Firefox Focus isn’t just Safari with privacy features and an Adblock. Which is appreciated but not a full featured mobile version of Firefox..G-A-R-Y-O-N-E!Version: 98.1

Failing to clear all historyEdit-2: New: I am security minded and perhaps OCD about it; ask my gf. The seamless integration of the security functions Focus and FireFox are not perfect. However, the combination of Focus & FireFox & Mozilla VPN are the gold standard for safe/secure browsing of the web. Other secure(?) browsers such as Brave hamper the web experience so much that it is unusable. Original Post: Visited a page on MSN and received an advertisement image related to a search from several days ago. NOT a mere coincident. AND there is no way to see history. Edit: adding details… iphone 14, Focus app running with most secure settings, searched for steel electrically panel days before, open/close Focus several times a day, have Firefox setting secured also and to delete data upon closing AND I manually clear caches every couple of days, a day or so later I clicked on a link from Drudge and it landed on the article at MSN. Advertisement on that page included Steel Panels the same ‘odd’ size that I had looked at previously. Thought it was curious enough that I deleted Focus, cleared every cache that I could think of… reloaded Focus, head back to the same page on MSN via the same link on Drudge… the panels were still showing as an ad but were in a different place on the screen..GubboolVersion: 111.1

Unsatisfied customerThere’s no easy way to send you feedback. I am a Paramount+ Sony customer and pay for your service because I don’t get ads, but you run your own ads about programming which you get paid for and many of those things offend me to even watch a trailer. One instance is your constantly running Criminal Minds evolution I’ve never watched an episode of that program and never will. If I can’t fast forward through your own station ads, then I probably won’t renew your service when my present your Expires. Let’s see what are your offenses, you add Showtime, which I rarely ever watch and make me pay for it without a Voice, you run For what you’re being paid by the program makers and although I’m paying for ad free, I can’t even fast forward through them as an option as a paying customer. And lastly, you’re just. Obviously, I’m caring about your customer base because you make it so hard to actually give feedback which only says one thing you don’t care so if you don’t care, I don’t care. And after speaking to one of your live agents and voicing the same opinion than my service sticks, and I can’t watch the program on it. I can only say that I hope you’re not petty enough to be messing with the subscription I paid for..El Diablo PabloVersion: 138.0

Love It && Developer RequestThank you for this app! The privacy part of it is nice and is why I originally got the app, but I set it as my default browser and it has really helped me be intentional with how I organize my browsing. It actually does help me stay focused. There is one thing that frequently drives me crazy. This app (and others) hide buttons while scrolling. However, many websites have a paywall popup that locks scrolling once a certain point is reached. When this happens the back button and navigation bar are hidden. The only thing that can be done is to shutdown the app and restart. The main feature of this app clashes with this work around because everything is erased. This is particularly insidious when filling out forms. I understand a little bit about web APIs and understand it could be a difficult fix (not sure if it’s even possible on iOS) but it would sincerely make a big difference for users! Thank you for all your hard work at Mozilla!.Not-nullVersion: 125.0

Beautiful work, one caveatBeautiful design, and blocks even the annoying “log in with your google account” on websites when full content blocking is activated. I block fonts too, try for yourself. One usability issue: if used effectively with Firefox Mobile, users need an option to open current page in FF in non-private mode. Currently the link opened via menu in FF Focus will always revert to a private mode page in FF, creating the need for repeated log-ins. This is bad design, please consider. Ideal setup IMHO: FF Focus as default, with one click to open current page in normal FF where cookies are kept not to make users log-in again and again to services like Google, etc.. Another important point: if I said Firefox focus is the default browser the menu link open in the default browser basically reload the page instead of allowing me the option to open the page in safari for example. Kindly allow the option to open the current page in safari. Thank you..Roman MenyhartVersion: 108.1

Update: Deep Linking Turned OffThe app is no longer deep linking out to other apps. I didn’t see a note in the Changelog, so not sure if the app changed or if iOS changed. Either way, great to be back to normal! Previous Review: FF Focus has been my first stop mobile browser for years. The recent update to allow Deep Linking (where a link clicked in the browser open’s the native app), is anti-privacy and deeply runs against the experience I have enjoyed so much in the past. Please remove the Deep Linking capability, or make it an option in the settings so users can opt-out. If this change is due to an Apple API/rendering engine/policy update, please communicate with us so users can also contact the iOS dev team to request flexibility. Looking forward to bumping my rating back up to 5. Thanks! Update note: If you press and hold the link, a drop down will come up. The Open Link option will not Deep Link outside of the app..Expert iOS App ReviewerVersion: 111.1

My favorite browser; exceptional in many waysI’ve been using this browser consistently on my phone since I downloaded it a little over a year ago and I absolutely love it. Not only does it excel in privacy by all metrics, but it performs faster than other browsers thanks to its blocking. Its lack of search and web history is also a plus as I have no need to save it, and its instant delete button for your tab is great. Its UI is also very aesthetically pleasing. I mostly have nothing but praise for this browser but there are a couple flaws. I would prefer to have more than 4 shortcuts and sometimes temporarily using another browser is necessary because of the tab limit and/or privacy protections (though that’s not much of a complaint, as I love those aspects of the browser). Overall I would recommend this browser to anyone (but please add more shortcuts)..QuickNathsVersion: 134.0

Legitimately incredible appThis truly is an incredible app for using the internet while protecting you and your device with a number of security features as well as blocking ads, popups and cookies. The add-on extension for Safari is a must! I really didn’t want to fully switch from Safari to Firefox Focus, as it would’ve been a brand new app, browser, search engine and UI to me but was willing to do so for all of the privacy, security and ad blocking features but much to my surprise and delight they were one step ahead of me by adding an add-on extension that can be paired with Safari providing me with the features included in Firefox Focus without having to abandon the browser I’m already accustomed to and have so much set up with. 10/10 incredible app that genuinely is a must-have for anyone and everyone..Hai|StormVersion: 132.0

My go-to browser, but…Compared to my regular Firefox, this browser has issues. It frequently stalls when loading pages. Sites that have transitional popups for login will fail. Form fills sometimes don’t take, including logins. It’s impossible to back out of the occasional redirect to a site that spams you forward multiple pages, there’s no “back” history to choose a previous page away from the guilty site. It loses the previous page sometimes, requiring a browser restart and redo of whatever was being worked on. Lastly, it’s infuriating that the URL window sends the cursor to the end of the URL. Nobody appends or edits URLs in the address windows, and it can take several taps to select/remove the URL to initiate a new search, especially if IOS is being finicky/slow about your taps. Like I said, it’s my go-to browser for casual use, but it has its irritations, and I suggest using regular FF if you need to do something you want to keep track of or do anything remotely critical..EscApeApeVersion: 100.0

Cool, but why is this necessary?I’ve been using Firefox for over a decade since a tech savvy friend magiced it in my computer. I thought customizing the browser functions was the key selling point for Mozilla, and minimizing tracking and adds was one of them? Most of the add-ons I’ve used over the years have become irrelevant as Mozilla has incorporated their capabilities into their browser. So while I really like the concept, I’m not sure why it’s necessary? It’s kind of frustrating because of the nature of the app makes it so saved bookmarks and passwords for sites I visit frequently can’t be saved. How is this different from the regular Firefox browser incognito mode or otherwise? Do I now have to have 3 browsers (bc you can’t uninstall Safari on iOS -_-) munching data on my phone if I want a way to save my logins/passwords and a good private browser? Also will there ever be a way to set Firefox as the default browser so we can open links in apps straight to Firefox instead of Safari?.Rockergirl89Version: 3.10.1

My phone is not overheating anymoreI’m very happy with the app. I downloaded it to see if it would improve web browsing because Safari takes a long time to load certain pages like on yahoo or retail sites. Often it doesn’t get the whole page and Instead gives an error message and it retries to load again. The phone would begin to overheat and the battery would drain. The battery drain also happens with Chrome. I decided to get Firefox and found Focus. The problem literally is solved. I have an iPhone 6 so I know the battery and processor are old. What I didn’t realize is that you need updated ones for all the background data being collected. I would give the app 5 stars but it does have some minor issues on certain sites but I figured it is due to what it makes it so effective. It would be nice if it had a reader mode that could darken the background and the words in white. Overall though it is an excellent app. Thanks y’all..DNAisBuyingTimeVersion: 6.1.1

Once great, now hard to useOne of my preferred workflows with this app is when reading a webpage in a full browser or content in another app, if there’s a link I want to check out I long press it and open it with Focus. Or more often if there’s some name, word or phrase I want to search I’ll select that and share it to FFF. This is great because it preserves the state of my full browser and retains some more privacy. I much prefer it to riddling my main browser history with tangential searches and browsing. However, selecting text and tapping “Share” to Firefox Focus stopped working at least a couple weeks ago for me. It doesn’t even work to open links. I have had to resort to manually copying text, going to my home screen, opening FFF, and pasting the text into the search bar. That is just too long winded without the shortcut working and as such I have stopped using the app..ToadachiVersion: 135.0

#1 For A Reason!! Firefox is 🎶 Simply The Best.....Better Than All The Rest,🎶 always has been always will be. Firefox is so much MORE when it comes to browsers. My number One favorite already built in is the security protection. No other browser includes state of the art, top of the security protection. There will be NO HACKERS able to penetrate their security and bonus is Firefox constantly keeps it updated or better by protection you, your files, all of it even before a new virus comes creeping on the www. Firefox has us covered. I gotta say Firefox is the platinum standard others try to offer, yes offer you’re offered such and such protection ONLY IF YOU PAY. That’s how other browsers operate, pay, pay, pay and more than likely you will get junk, outdated already. Do yourself and your devices a big favor by installing Firefox on your devices. You will never go back. Why? Because as I said FIREFOX IS SIMPLY THE BEST!!!!.Lisalisa110Version: 8.1.7

AmazingI have used Firefox quantum ,developer ,normal ,beta in my Pc for a while now and I can honestly say that I’m impressed by the work and attention to detail Firefox puts into there products . Firefox focus it’s other perfect example of how Firefox changes the way things work . This browser performs and delivers what it promises . With a simple button you can delete all your history ,it blocks ads and google analytics,and it’s fast . There are some downsides such as you can only have one tab open at the time and there is very little space for customizing. Firefox realized that well some iPhone users prefers the tools safari has to offer like out-filling password and multiple tabs so there is a way to integrate the ad blocking section into safari that way users can have the safari users experience and bring privacy at the same time ..Alfred TechVersion: 8.1

So many settings to increase your Security & with Safari integrationSo many settings to increase your Security & with Safari integration (Firefox too) makes for more control and convenience for a great browser experience. Love that the erase data option is right out front, just next to the address bar (instead of hidden so deep within settings, as other browsers do, with sometimes 6-7 steps that one has to scroll through, just to clear history, cookies, cache, & so on). Firefox Focus offers private browsing and tracking protection. (Private browsing deletes cookies when you close the browser window and doesn’t track history. In Firefox, private browsing also blocks tracking cookies by default). When using Firefox Focus, I know it provides a fast, secure, & convenient way to navigate the Internet..ConsiderThis777Version: 8.1.1

Liked this until it starts to be buggyI really like the concept of this browser and have been using it as my main browser for a long time, and I have been liking it. However, recently a core function, back button, which is essential for such a browser without tabs, starts to stop working very often. When the back button is hit, it will display a blank page. In this blank page, refresh button won’t make the page render either. The only two ways are (1) go forward to the previous page where we go back, and go back again, chances are it will load properly (no promise); (2) if it doesn’t work, have to copy the url, close the current page and paste the url to reopen it (if this is a one time link, then bye bye…). This is super annoying and I am trying to find the report bug button. Couldn’t find a way… so frustrating.Xudong YangVersion: 122.1

X s sCan you have an option that would block switch to apps Notes and allow app universal links to open in external apps option and block fingerprintin option and can you have an option to have Block site trackers option and The most annoying thing can you have an option that would save most time is A tabs option remember all tabs erase tabs Data on quit and erase tabs data on background that would be helpful and save a lot of time and a second tabs page on the browser or mini if people open or if there’s an upcoming virus on the website pop-ups and an a HTTPS option of faster connection would give users the option to close it at any time that would be very helpful I believe those features will be very helpful and make tracking less option on the browsing those options and features would be very helpful.AfegsjgrusjdhVersion: 122.0

An Ad-Blocker I can hang withI appreciate this app because it looks different (can I say better?) than the standard Mozilla app, and it has an option to lock the browser with Face ID. My favorite feature is the ad-blocking aspect though which you can incorporate with Safari under Settings via the Content Blocker section. I’m getting tired of seeing ads that are splashed everywhere but don’t really even offer the convenience of targeting me well. Beware if you select each ad-blocking feature beyond the defaults as it is aggressive and some webpages won’t load properly (it’s rare, but it can happen). Anyway, the app is pretty good about giving this warning too. It feels good to have some added privacy online. I would like to see multiple tabs though as a feature with a future build..BrowskiezVersion: 8.1.3

Exceeded My ExpectationsThis browser is so lightweight and quick that when I switched to this from Safari, it was VERY apparent in terms of the speed at which web pages load. That, and I’m digging the in-app content blockers. People complain about not being able to set Firefox as a system-wife default browser, but don’t understand that this isn’t something Mozilla has ANY control over. What you CAN do, though, is hit the share button from safari and open straight into Firefox instead of having to copy and paste links. I would very much like to see support for being able to have more than one tab open, and maybe a “clear browser on exit” option that will scrub the cache folder and/or cookies and history. I love Quantum on my PC, and this is a welcome addition to my phone!.WaggyMcDaddyVersion: 8.1

Blocks Scam Redirects - FlawlesslyI never leave app reviews. If you’ve ever been browsing on a website and got redirected to a spam scam or virus link upon clicking something on the page - this browser is for you. I’ve never been able to find one on mobile that actually does it, but this successfully blocks any redirects unless I specifically click something. It’s incredible and would recommend this over any other browser, only downside is no tabs but technically I suppose the “Focus” aspect of the browser is for that very function, to focus on the screen you are currently on and not multiple tabs / without distractions. I’m impressed to say the least, congrats on making an incredible mobile browsing experience, Mozilla.Gloryhallelujah33Version: 119.0

Looking for a lite browser?I have tried every browser imaginable. Free ones, paid ones. I wanted a browser that does not use tons of data and mostly ad free. I loved the puffin browser and purchased the pro, however too many ads and auto play videos! Why would you have an lite app with auto play videos? That makes no sense! Opera is great but still too many ads and I hate the news feed you can’t remove. Also does seem buggy at times. I’ve seriously tried them all. Firefox Focus is lacking things I like such as speed dial, however that’s a small price to pay for a browser that for the most part has minimal ads, is lite on data, fast and overall functions very smoothly. Thanks for making a browser that isn’t junk!.Techy LadyVersion: 6.1.1

There’s a lot to love, butI hate to be so critical with 3 stars because I do love Firefox and Mozilla. The thing is, Focus (while amazing, especially as an ad blocker for Safari) needs more features. I should be able to set a timer to automatically close my tab(s) and clear my data after leaving the app. I appreciate how easy to clear button is to access though. The second feature it should have is more than one tab. I know that’s what the man Firefox is for, but sometimes I need to open something in another tab, and then I have to click the three dots, click the “open in Firefox” button, and then do it. It’s cool that you can add a custom search engine (like Brave Search)! Plus, it’s open-source..Duchess208Version: 34.0

Best privacy search engineI’m so impressed with Firefox private browsing. I enjoy the fact that I can easily erase all my history instantly. The best part is all the trackers that have been blocked. In just three days over 1800 trackers have been blocked. Resulting in no (zero) pop-up ads during browsing. (Even though google is still the primary browser). If I need to create tabs or add to my reading list I can use chrome. You still get same results from google without the ads which other companies say you have to pay to block ads. (One ad blocking service comes to mind). You’ll enjoy this browser as a default if you’re just trying to get information..Teddies photosVersion: 129.2

“Please update your browser”This is a great browser. It blocks web garbage right from the start and I can even dump my cache with a single click - I use that option a lot. I want to give this 5 stars. More and more websites I’ve been going to have been telling me they don’t support my browser anymore and tell me to update my browser. I can’t even login to them. I understand I can integrate into Safari and basically use FF as an ad blocker but I don’t want to. I want Safari to be my alternate less ad blocking, more open option in case I have I go to a site that has a problem with ad blocking. If I cant go to several of the sites I want to because they don’t support this, I may need to find another option. I feel this should be a simple fix - make the website detect this as a different browser / higher version of Firefox or just update the version..GotASportCoupeVersion: 8.1.4

Recent Update Bug (minor)This is actually a bug connected to the Apple Shortcuts app. When using a Shortcut to open another app, a silly notification appears at the top with a simple “✔️” indicating the shortcut worked. Now, normally when Firefox Focus is opened, the keyboard pops up and you’re ready to go. But if Focus is opened using a Shortcut, the Keyboard goes away at the same time that silly notification does as well. Doesn’t break anything, but it’s a little annoying to have to bring the keyboard up twice every time it’s opened. Hope that’s clear enough. Otherwise, 5 star app the whole way. Update: It has been fixed with another software update. Thank you!.Create N!ckn@m3Version: 39.0

And I thought Safari was fastThe app is great and also adds content blocking to the built in safari app if you want to add it. It loads things way faster and with less adds than the google app or safari. Before this app I used google for the news cards as they know me well by now and always have an interesting article for me, but they also have the absolute worst ads. Invasive and broken to where it crashes the page. If that happens or if I needed a bookmark from my PC I would “open in Safari” for a more stable experience, and since my desktop has iCloud syncing my Firefox bookmarks they all live in safari now. I only wish I could get my google cards in Firefox. It will give me a few but not the 20+ that the google app gives me..SterofuseVersion: 8.1.4

Leave no trailFirefox Focus (FF) easily clears history whenever you want. You breakup a trail for google to nose around. Actually just set it for duckduckgo and cut off google snoopiness. I use FF when I want to check on something like football schedule, news event, etc. Why worry about cookies when you blow them away after the visit. Saves editing the cookies in my default browser. The price you pay for FF convenience is inability to bookmark (as far as I can tell) frequently visited sites. But FF actually saves time. And if you find something you need you can save it through Print > Share > Save as PDF (which is clumsy but works) or just Air Drop to another device..Gooseberry FallsVersion: 121.0

Simple, fast and easyI love the latest update to Firefox Focus. They got rid of a bunch of buttons in the toolbar so all you have now is the address bar and ‘reload page’ at the top and the rest are at the botom of the page. Makes getting right to business in the website fast and convenient, especially for us Voiceover users who have to listen and scroll through each and every thing on a page till we land on what we’re looking for. I also like the autocomplete feature, it saves time on typing. My only wish and reason for knocking my rating down one from a 5 to a 4 is that Firefox Focus would follow Firefox and add the ability to save logins & passwords. This would make Firefox Focus the ultimate browser!.Nuggets2shareVersion: 40.0

One of the Best Browsers I’ve Ever UsedI’m just an ordinary internet user and not affiliated with any organization paying me to write this review. Before using any product, I heavily research it. In the case of internet browsers, I read the developer’s privacy policies and terms of service. After reading these policies, I can say that Mozilla’s intentions are good, and what they advertise is legitimate. This browser has all of the best privacy features that I could ever need in a mobile browser. I feel much more comfortable browsing the web with Firefox Focus than any other browser on iPhone. While other users may not like the fact that you cannot open multiple tabs, I personally think it’s a useful feature because I can focus on one task and avoid wasting time on the internet mindlessly browsing. The only slightly negative feedback I have is that I wish the browser had a widget that I could add to my home page. However, I’m sure that this feature is currently being developed, so it’s no big deal! Thank you so much for implementing policies that truly care about the user’s privacy!.Crazy wild blue horseVersion: 8.1.6

I love this app!!!!Ok aside from ForeFox, this is the best internet browser in the market!! So if you’re definitely only trying to only open one tab then this should definitely be your go to. I’ve always been one to continuously open tabs and forget to close them and when I go to clear out my tabs I end up with like 50+ open and now I need to sort through for the tabs I want to keep and the tabs which are irrelevant garbage(which is a lot of them). Now with this app! Literally any one tab task I need done I can do it sawfly and securely and after a short while of inactivity the tab closes by itself! No history. Safe and secure and best of all no drama, no clean up. I love y’all Mozilla🙌❤️.Mauna'Version: 8.1.6

Great, but needs tabsI really like this browser, it's very fast and secure. I've been looking for a new web browser and this one is my new favorite ....except that there doesn't seem to be a feature for multiple tabs. I like to switch between multiple tabs when I'm on a web browser, as I do a lot of research and some schoolwork from my phone. So it's disappointing that such a great browser can only utilize one tab at a time, but maybe that just has something to do with the security features, idk. Just wish we could have several tabs open at the same time. Overall though, it's a very good browser..Darkfury277Version: 8.1.3

My main web browserI keep Firefox Focus in the bottom row of my apps, and I always use it first to visit all websites I haven’t registered for. I pick Firefox Focus from other apps’ Share menu, or if the URL is copied to the clipboard, I launch Firefox Focus and paste the URL into the address bar. The sites load faster and without spying on me. If I need to dig deeper, I hand off the site to Safari, Firefox, or Chrome, using the … menu. My only request is that a little more space be added above the top row of the app’s bare-bones keyboard. Now and then I accidentally tap the window above the keyboard, dismissing it and, in some cases, losing all the form data I’ve entered. A little margin for error would be a big help..AlarobVersion: 8.1.3

Back to 5 stars again!(Updated) Updated to the latest release. Fast start-up and it works normally again with search suggestions enabled. Thanks devs! ----- Following the developer's response, I disabled Search suggestions in the app settings as advised. It worked. No more typing lag. It worked normally again. The 2-sec start up screen remains the same but I'm ok with that. Thanks for working on this, devs! ----- Used to start up immediately. Now there is a 2-sec delay displaying Firefox Focus logo on violet background. Typing in search bar lags and stutters. But aside than that, it's pretty fast at opening and loading websites..SquidsheepVersion: 107.1

What about Google popups?I like the idea of this app. I like how it functions… if I could just break my habit of hitting Safari automatically. And no, I don’t want to integrate it into Safari, because that caused a few issues for me that I could only resolve by uninstalling the app, restarting my devices, and reinstalling Focus. So, I was surprised that I keep getting Google sign-in popups. I had hoped they would stop, as well, but no such luck. Probably no way to stop freakin’ Google from doing whatever it wants. If anyone hasn’t noticed this, just go to the CNN website as one example. Anyway, the app is well worth using. I recommend it. It will get better over time. Thank you, Mozilla..HAL|9000Version: 129.2

Fantabulous ✨"I've been using Firefox Focus for years, and I must say, it just keeps getting better! The app is incredibly user-friendly, with a sleek and intuitive interface that makes browsing a breeze. The speed is impressive, with pages loading quickly and smoothly. One of the standout features for me is the robust privacy and security options. Firefox Focus has a strong commitment to protecting user data, and it shows in the array of tools and settings available. From tracker blocking to password management, I feel confident that my online activity is secure. Another feature I appreciate is the extensive library of add-ons and extensions. Whether I need to streamline my workflow, enhance my browsing experience, or simply have a little fun, there's an add-on for that. Overall, I'm thoroughly impressed with the Firefox Focus app. It's a powerful, flexible, and secure browsing solution that's perfect for anyone looking for a reliable and user-friendly way to explore the web. Five stars, without a doubt!".Judo BellinghamVersion: 135.0

Browser for a new lifestyleI love this app! I originally downloaded this for the privacy features to limit Google and other tech companies from spying, but turns out this app is really great at one more thing: less is more. This browser is perfect for a minimalist tech life. This app truly declutters my day with its clean design and ability to only manage one tab is all want and need. This may seem backwards in today’s world but this challenged me to use this app as a utility to access the web in a precise way, instead of harvesting countless tabs and garbage I really don’t need. Again, this version of Firefox is not for the power user, but it is great for anyone else..FlockofmooseVersion: 7.0.4

Can’t copy URLs properlyI love browsing the web and sharing intersting articles with my friends. Every time I copy a URL I get this long convoluted crazy web address that’s 10 times longer than the actual URL. Why? I don’t see any privacy benefit to this. So I wind up having to go to safari or chrome to copy a neat and short address to share with my friends. No one want to receive links that are 300 characters long. It’s looks like a scam website. Ugh. Additionally, I wish I could browse with multiple tabs but that’s not possible with Focus. Not a biggie. Other than that, the browsing speed is great, the interface is clean, and I love that I can erase everything by tapping on the trash bin. Super easy. Thank you Firefox. If you ever fix the URL issue I’d love to give you guys a five star review..DigitalNomadSFVersion: 8.1.2

Love minimal, want info on trackersI love the design, simple yet elegant. the only two things I’d like, would be to remove the small writing at the bottom that tells you how many trackers have been blocked along with a share button. The information is already shown when you click on the top shield icon. The other thing is that I would like to see what trackers were blocked. DuckDuckGo has this feature and I find it very useful and important to see the companies and webpages that obtain our information when not protected. Otherwise, this browser is pretty solid at this time of writing..Your.Friend.EVersion: 114.0

This version of FirefoxI would rate 5 stars for a free search engine or just flat out browser. You can set up your settings as you like. It has so far blocked over 10,000 trackers and has an app easy way to clear your recent history. For those that do not like a browser tracking your every move such as using a basic browser this is a great app. The original Firefox is good I prefer this one better. Why not?? They are both free this app just goes more into depth depending on what you prefer. I have had no problems with with it and have options to choose from what I will allow to track and what I will not..Train SongVersion: 8.1.2

Should come with every phone.All phones should come with Firefox Focus. By default, it’s configured to block all standard methods of tracking user’s movements across the web, as should all browsers. If you want to use a feature that only works if you allow a product to track your online movements (Facebook for example) then you can do so in an instant. However, I rarely need to anymore. Well done Mozilla!.JakeD.902Version: 7.0.4

Great5/5 stopped using it after I got exactly 69000 trackers blocked.LaconBoverVersion: 115.0

Needs a PINNeeds a Pin/Fingerprint protection feature. Other then that, Beautiful interface, easy to use. I’d also like to see bookmarks..KhaosFuryVersion: 3.8

Nice appGreat for privacy.Save urtimeVersion: 8.1.6

Work great but big issue,It’s very nice and I use this as my main browser if there’s one HUGE issue. You can’t have tabs. This has left me having to use safari is I want to actually keep tabs which is extremely annoying and frustrating..Speedy6244Version: 108.1

Great for those one of searches you do all the time, alas now crashesHave used this for 2? Years now, love it for the quick little things without having to worry about closing tabs and cache and stuff. Yet recent updates on even a new iPhone and it crashes often. Now annoying as much as helpful..Quantum ChrisVersion: 108.0

Usually great but this version buggyThis recent update frequently crashes and with no history need to search and find were left off. Also could not find button in app to report issues..JennPTVersion: 108.0

As others have said...Desperately needs an ad blocker. Youtube is totally unusable..Monk1010Version: 107.1

Needed tabbed browsingIs it possible to get tabbed browsing integrated?.ChromelleVersion: 7.0

Just needs TabsTabs is much needed, very in convenient to switch between pages.ZanyZeeeVersion: 6.0

Simple and effectiveNo tabs or other complications, just tracker- and ad-blockers. For a quick, no-strings website check (especially sensitive material), it’s the tool for the job..Grgo bleeVersion: 132.0

Good but needs a few optionsFor security reasons, need to be able to see whole url by default , toggle on off. Option to change from default pink color? I’m not a girl after all. Any color should be option but dark Grey would be best..ForgottenrebelVersion: 7.0.4

OkOk.Jimmy CartierVersion: 132.0

Must have.That is all of it, the rest is commentary..GS 2021Version: 132.0

Firefox FocusLiterally my only browser on my phone so can’t say anything bad about it Lol.VjxkxyidiychicuvVersion: 131.0

Multiple tabsThere is no way to open a new tab. Maybe open a link in a new tab ok, but I want an easy way like chrome..Naskah00Version: 131.1

FIREFOX FOCUSNo Broswes is better then FIREFOX FOCUS POOKED ALOT OF SITES FIRFOX FOCUS TOOK LEAD there is simply no browsers better Brave and Ghostery were tied 2nd all others are JUNK TRUST ME.Schwabies9797Version: 130.0

Omg I loooooooveThis is such a good app, I can’t get over it. Totes recommend ⭐️🤩💪 💪💪.Anahid ZiaeeVersion: 130.0

FirefoxWow I’m very impressed by your work I seen safari , Google as well as Firefox and Firefox is so easy to use and no hassle it gives me the freedom to not have to over think one who’s wants to harm me or get into my account Firefox does all the work to make sure my experience is a whole lot better and more enjoyable I recommend this app in my opinion it is the best app to be using to make sure your safe I love it !! Try it and let me know what you think!! Thanks for the Help in advance to Firefox love it !!.LisamelinacormierVersion: 130.0

1 Tab MaxIt’s a great app in terms of privacy. I expect no less from Mozilla. But for some odd reason, the iOS version of this app does not allow you to open another tab, you’re stuck with one only. This is extremely annoying! Another problem is that you can only have 4 bookmarks. This app is very limiting..SpecsGuyVersion: 130.0

PerfectGreat moblile browser for iOS. Easy to use UI and simple privacy options..Peekfreans.ioVersion: 129.2

Still the best light app for security and ease of use and speed!I’m.Bobby SagettttVersion: 129.0

Allow blocking sites from showing up in search results.Title.10012annoyedmeVersion: 129.2

What's not to like?It’s always been on the cutting edge in “dealing” with trackers. Kudos to Firefox..GuidoLaCosteVersion: 129.0

Perfect browser but no tabs ??It’s really good i don’t know why people say it doesn’t block ads AND it’s free which is really rare these days. It also block websites from tracking your data so that’s nice. The only complaint I have is that you can only have one tab which I don’t understand why. It’s such an important part of a browser and in my unexperience opinion, I think it’s something easy to add so I just don’t understand why we don’t have that option. Other than that it’s fantastic.RblmjVersion: 129.0

So usefulNot everything you search needs to be logged forever.Canadiankid9Version: 129.0

Twitter/X BrokenTwitter links are broken and do not work with this extension on. How come?.KyCalvinVersion: 127.0

Good on iPhone, bad on iPadI specifically use Firefox Focus to watch YouTube on iPhone because no ads! But on the iPad, there’s ads galore! I don’t know why but that’s very inconsistent quality between devices. Other than that, mostly a decent app if you want to force yourself look at one page at a time and not have a bunch of tabs open..Minty 🤫Version: 128.0

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Firefox Focus: Privacy browser Negative Reviews

Recent update made it unusableUpdate3: Dev have responded with a generic boilerplate “here is the support link”, which requires account creation. “Contact developer” also goes to a generic help page about how to install and configure the app. Feels like my issue was not acknowledged and that robot is responding to these reviews. Update2: after recent UI changes gave it a try and found that issue is there doubly so. Whenever a site tries to do full screen messages (say Paywall notification) Firefox frame becomes inaccessible. Can’t use it. Multiple examples. It’s a JavaScript issue likely. Update: Devs have responded and I have updated to the latest version, and problem persists. It’s less often now, and I don’t have a recent example. Will update the review later. Still not usable. Was a happy user for a while, as now I can’t access the navigation bar after I open the page. Page works and scrolls well, but I can’t see the entry box, or back/forward button no matter how much I scroll up or down. Kill the app, open another site and same issue comes back. Too bad..JW10017Version: 38.1

Suddenly Buggy and Updated Quasi-SolutionSubstitutes letter a for s. I have that substitution in my iOS keyboard settings, but Firefox Focus does not give one the option to continue with “s” as all other apps do, rendering it useless. Strangely, I had been using Firefox Focus for months without this surfacing. It undermines one’s confidence. I have deleted the app and associated files, along with Firefox. I hope, this and a reinstall will remove the anomaly and allow me to continue using the app. Will advise. Perhaps, the causation was cosmic rays? Along with “it’s a feature not a bug”, we used this excuse most often to avoid saying the cause was our own faulty programming. Not saying, mind you, that this behaviour was caused by faulty programming; just saying, that’s what We used to say, tongue in cheek. Update: I had to delete the text substitution, a for s, for Firefox Focus to work without losing every ‘s’ I typed. A pity, as I often hit a standalone ‘s’ rather than a standalone ‘a’, and thus will need to seek out and switch my ‘s for a’ typos after writing. Annoying..AppleinvestorVersion: 132.0

Ok, but could be better…The browser seems to work ok for the most part. However there are some issues that need addressed: 1: Multiple tabs!!! - I can’t believe a browser like this one can’t have multiple tabs! I have other privacy focused browsers (such as Brave) and they all support it. The fact that an internet browser in the year 2024 can’t support that is unbelievable, especially considering several browsers have had that implemented for over 20 years!!! 2: “Incompatible browser error”? - Several sites I visit say that “this browser is not supported” or “incompatible browser error”, etc. And I’ve also had certain functions of websites not even work like trying to logout of an account because the log out button will not even do anything. 3: No favorites / bookmarks? - Other privacy browsers (specifically talking about Brave), support syncing and adding favorites and bookmarks. So why can’t this one have it when you’re main iOS version of Firefox has it? I really want to like Firefox Focus, but It’s really hard to when there are so many features missing compared to Brave. I would love to see this app be a direct competitor to Brave (especially because Brave uses Chromium and I don’t want to have to deal with anything tied to Google.) But sadly I might have to make the switch back because of how janky this app is. So for now all I can give this is 2 stars. The app is functional, but lacks basic features and also has some webpages break..Captain_DogeVersion: 124.1

Solving the pressing problems facing people everywhereI was just in the process of doing a questionnaire that took me to a link. Once I finish the link it would not go back and all was lost. Hi all I hope you're doing well. This is from your manifesto; "solving the pressing problems facing people everywhere. " From your pledge; " We are committed to an internet that includes all the peoples of the earth — where a person’s demographic characteristics do not determine their online access, opportunities, or quality of experience." contrary to your beliefs there are minority, disadvantage, no/low income , and unemployed people that cannot afford new Apple hardware and have to rely on outdated hardware. That being said; can you at least Support hardware running iOS 9? I have a iPad GEN 2 I bought used. Can you make a FAST safe browser for this device? Apple has managed to push all the other good browsers out. I was hoping Mozella would stand behind its good reputation and remedy our problems. Thanks, the disadvantaged.Hybrid_MIVersion: 107.1

Recent update ruined itI’m moving on from Focus to DuckDuckGo for one important feature - the ability to turn off opening web links in associated apps. The recent Firefox Focus update went from the annoying pop up asking me if I wanted to open Reddit and Yelp and LinkedIn and more URLs in an app to directly opening them in the app, even if I long tapped and chose to open in my default browser. Why does Firefox Focus development team think I cared to use their browser instead of the app in the first place? If I wanted to use the app, I could have opened the app myself. I don’t need you to open the app for me and ruin my half typed efforts in those apps or impact my privacy with those apps. Why do you think I opened your browser? I do not want to open the app! So don’t open the app! Especially when I choose to open in the browser. Once upon a time Firefox was intent on keeping web users in the web and even created Firefox marketplace with html5 apps. Now they seem to have lost it..PmrukirwsaVersion: 108.1

Class action, anyone?I am so sick and tired of false claims of privacy by these sell out companies. Despite “strict” setting, and purported wiping of history, deleting caches, etc., it’s a joke. I’m getting ads that are obviously personalized. The cache does not clear, despite promises it does upon exit and even my passwords got accessed thru their use of Google (!!) browser tracking machine. Which brings me to my next point- and i am not a tech person so maybe im misunderstanding — but how can you claim privacy with Google as a browser? (probably the most invasive, tracking machine on Earth)?? And DuckDuckGo - another choice of browser— it’s pretty widely known that its claims of privacy are a joke and consumer fraud (it’s Microsoft - another leviathan collector/reseller of personal data, and also most hackable). Can you please offer a bonefide Tor option ? Or else just drop the conceit of privacy. The consumers not stupid..HecktghsVersion: 105.0

Mozilla devs haven’t fixed the bugTL;DR – DON’T update to v100 The Mozilla developers still haven’t fixed the most serious bug introduced in the v99 update to Focus. As many, many other reviewers have pointed out, there should be no requirement to authenticate (“touch ID to unlock”) if there is no existing session when returning to Focus. In addition, there should be an option to wipe out any existing session if the user wishes to begin fresh. The requirement to authenticate in every circumstance is MAJOR friction for many people who have posted recent reviews. Please, Mozilla: return the app to its functionality as of v98.1. As things stand, I’m still using that version of the app, but if the terrible Touch ID bug isn’t fixed soon, I will delete Focus and find a replacement. I have no desire to be slowed down by a development team that removes good features and replaces them with friction and bugs..MaxAgHammerVersion: 100.0

No teethBased on reverse tracking tests, this app provides little if any true tracking protection, prevention of meta data gathering, or anonymous surfing. Although the settings imply a significant level of privacy protection, the actual performance on a basic level is wanting. This in turn creates doubt in other claims, specifically data collection for “development” suggesting Tor and VPNs are much more private. There is no current ability to equip the app with add-ons to enhance privacy, making the app very limited considering its claims at the time of installation. This may be a function of Siri integration and Apples data gathering policies, that remains to be seen. Apple has proven to be an intrusive host, I consider iOS a Faustian bargain, comparable to Facebook, Google, Twitter, etc... Nothing is free, the costs are much greater than we perceive. If you are someone who throws caution to the wind, then “run free Little Bob”..QkslvrvbVersion: 8.1.3

Many bugsI have been using Firefox Focus for years, but this current version of Firefox Focus has been so buggy that I had to make this review (something that I didn’t bother doing in years). Some issues include: - Adblock preference persists across sessions (if I turn off adblocker for a specific session, closing the session usually reset the toggle and has adblocker on again by default for the next session. This no longer works so if I turn off the adblocker, it stays off until I turn it back on even for the next/new session) - URL selection (in the past, clicking the address bar did a select all on the URL by default which made it easy to copy address or delete/replace the entire link. Now it simply places a cursor so typing text will result in appending text instead of replacing the URL) - Requiring Face ID authentication for a new session (not a terrible bug but is annoying as I am anticipating an existing session) There are some other smaller issues such as shortcuts being deleted, performance glitches, etc that have been surfacing in the past couple months that have reduced the quality of the app. Please fix these issues, Firefox Focus is a daily driver app for me and it’s been frustrating to see the app degrade like this..Sri___Version: 100.0

Enhanced Tracking Protection Breaks IOS on IpadIpad ios is 16.6. Firefox focus is up to date and worked great until a day or so ago. But now I try to type in the URL line and nothing show up if enhanced protection is on. There seems to be no way to choose individual things to block (like cookies), it’s enhanced protection or nothing. Only if enhanced protection is off can I use firefox focus at all. I thought it might be my keyboard but that works just fine - I’m using it to type this review. So I suspect apple has made some behind-the-scenes change. Or maybe it was mozilla but no other apps besides apple itself have permission to update themselves and even apple’s is limited to “download only”. (Since apple can sneak stuff in anyway I figure it’s apple that caused the problem, but since I really want enhanced protection I hope that mozilla can fix the problem.). Thanks..Frustrated 8-16Version: 121.0

Focus. Not what it claims to be.I do appreciate the always on ad blocking... and the ability to clear the browsing history easily. However that alone is a poor measure of privacy. It does have one more plus point - it does support TLS 1.3. On the CON side - This so called privacy browser does not use DNS over https, does not validate DNSSEC, and does not employ encrypted SNI. So how can it be a privacy browser if your isp is allowed to continue monitoring everything one does?.EastavinVersion: 8.1.3

Ads appear all over the placeSince last week, ads have started to show on some of the pages I am visiting. Most notably news and sports websites (Marca, dailymail, BBC sports, POPSUGAR). This was never the case with this app. I uninstalled and installed it again but still the same issue. Pop ups have also come back with a vengeance. This one in particular is enraging because this app only supports 1 tab at a time so it will directly send you to the pop up and in full screen mode! You can’t use back btn because it doesn’t work so your only option is to close the app and re-do everything again. The FAQ doesn’t help one bit, it doesn’t even discuss the issues I mentioned. Extremely disappointed and that’s putting it mildly..GetsugatenVersion: 40.0

No tabs! Doesn’t block ads.It’s hard to do much focused browsing these days without tabs. And, although the description says it blocks ads, it isn't blocking Google and YouTube ads. Other than that, it has a very nice interface, but those are deal breakers for me. :/.Leroy LightningVersion: 8.1.3

Doesn’t block adsIt doesn’t block ads at all..FronsernVersion: 8.1.3

Changing my review to 1 star- No tabs (deal breaker - uninstalled) - No night mode Otherwise it would be the best browser based on privacy and speed alone. Sad!.🍎JD🍏Version: 102.00

Does not block ads on youtube, unlike other adblockersAs title says.Vitric7Version: 100.0

UI problem and no tabs - not for serious usersEvery time I try to seriously use Focus to get information, I ended up switching browser. The problems? 1) The back button disappears. The UI has problem. 2) only 1 tab. That aside, it is missing JavaScript blocker like NoScript..Ce2im2or3Version: 40.0

Leaks ads and pop ups like a termite eaten canoe.One of the websites I use for blogging has started doing ads and pop ups like crazy. While this app says it blocks those, it took me all of 30 seconds of testing to find that is inaccurate sadly. Not only did it not stop the ads and pop ups, it didn’t even load the page properly. The only thing that loaded right was the things I was trying to stop. Ah well. Is what it is. Update: got a response from the devs with a link to support. There is absolutely nothing there related to my issue of ads and pop ups not being blocked outside of a few others saying something similar. Wish there was a browser out there that actually worked for that as trackers, pop ups, and redirects on most sites have become malware and spyware in their own right, where we the users and our information are the product being bought and sold by these companies..Teskey76Version: 39.0

Loss of functionalityI don’t like this new version. Where are the shortcuts to erase history etc. ? Give me back the old one which gave me significantly more control..Stu593Version: 38.1

Why would you move the refresh button?This was one of my favourite parts of the interface, why was it moved to such an awkward place? And why is the trash icon now at the bottom of the screen where the refresh button was? If I’m going to wipe the browser and type in a new URL then Im going to be up at the top anyway. Why not just leave it up there and keep the refresh button at the bottom where I’m more likely to keep my hand while navigating a site?.The inscrutable reviewer, esq.Version: 38.1

Adblock does not workYouTube is showing ads as usual..Edmond1112Version: 8.1.7

When is the update that brings adblocking back?Doesn’t block at all, and it’s only getting worse. I’m not sure if this has been abandoned or what, but this doesn’t block pop ups, take overs, ads on the page, intrusive auto play video, not even banner ads. It’s useless..Hache chance havingVersion: 8.1.6

Its not workingIts not blocking ads same like ordinary browser..StephaniePlayingDisVersion: 8.1.6

Doesn’t workAs the title suggests. All the video and content hosting sites I visit are still ladened with annoying or inappropriate and invasive ads. Ads that rip control away from the users are the most prevalent and this app can’t even prevent that. All the apps in the app store needs to add a function to allow users to select ads manually to block through a context menu at the website or use pre-made curated blacklists to stop the most common ads..J1nn1Version: 8.1.5

Works only on web pages, not YouTubeGood: It can block most web page ads. Bad: 1) cannot change font size of a web page, which is important for iPad 12.9 inch reading, fonts are too small. 2) cannot block YouTube ads. 3) in YouTube, you cannot go to full screen mode. 4) web loading is a little bit slow, but not confirmed with tools. Useless. Hope developers keep on improving it..PikownerVersion: 8.1.4

Still allows ads in YouTube.Useless browser..Hoggie1000Version: 8.1.4

Firefox FocusThe app freezes at times. Most often during YouTube videos when commenting or when browsing the comment section. Also when “like”ing a comment then the comment section freezes and only page reloads unlocks the section..Perplexed ClientVersion: 8.1.4

Invaded by GoogleToday I was invaded by Google, no choice of anything. H.OkdkitteVersion: 8.1.4

No whitelist feature makes it uselessThere are frequent sites I visit that are broken because of focus. The only way to fix them is to reload without content blockers. This is annoying as I would rather just white list the site themselves..YmcmmVersion: 4.0.3

Cant open new tabsNo tabs in this browser, only one. super inconvenient.HdsjxksVersion: 132.0

Great but - Only 4 Shortcuts links allowed ???I love Firefox - but why can I only add 4 Shortcuts (favorite links) in Firefox Focus ???.VPNGuyVersion: 130.0

No security hereNo security here.Roadking709Version: 128.0

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