Why I'm sticking with Firefox as my browser - after years of using Chrome, Edge, and Safari

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ZDNET's key takeaways

  • Firefox is still alive and kicking.
  • Today's world demands privacy and user choice.
  • Firefox would be an improvement over many users' default browsers.

I've used Firefox, on and off, since it first came into being. It's fast, customizable, bloat-free, serious about privacy and security, regularly updated, and its developers listen to users. With a brief exception back in 2010, I've always been happy with the browser.

The company behind the browser is a different story. It's worth noting that in July, 2025, I announced that I was deleting Firefox for good. That decision was based on my distaste for some of Mozilla's actions over the years. Time does heal all wounds, however, and I found myself heading back to the open-source browser. Although I might disagree with some of Mozilla's decisions, Firefox is...

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