Firefox
Firefox is a privacy-respecting browser from Mozilla with strong encryption, transparent data practices, and fully open-source code. Includes some telemetry but allows granular control over tracking. Mozilla's non-profit structure means no ad-revenue incentive to harvest data.
How we got to 22.
Google Analytics and Mozilla telemetry for crash reporting; user can disable in settings
Firefox Sync requires Mozilla servers; data encrypted end-to-end
Zero dangerous permissions - eliminates location, contacts, microphone risk
Full source code on GitHub enables independent security audits
Non-profit with 25+ year history of privacy advocacy; no major breaches
Enhanced Tracking Protection blocks known trackers by default
Supports HTTPS-Only Mode and DNS over HTTPS (DoH)
Detailed privacy policy, limited data retention, opt-out telemetry
Weekly security patches, rapid CVE response
Hidden inside the code.
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