How to Manage and Remove Firefox Add-ons

This guide shows you how to Manage and Remove Firefox Add-ons. You can use it on both Windows and Mac. Add-ons, or extensions, let you change the way your computer works. Some Firefox add-ons add cool features, but others can have bugs, malicious software, or even steal your information.

In these situations, it’s important to protect your computer by getting rid of Firefox add-ons. Read on to find out how to handle and safely delete extensions and other add-ons, or use a dedicated secure browser to make the process easier. Firefox is a great web browser, and we think it’s the best choice for most people.

It works quickly, protects your privacy by default, and doesn’t get in your way. Still, Firefox’s design has a lot of “recommendations” that may not be to everyone’s taste. You can also go to the official Firefox support site to know more information.

Ways to Manage and Remove Firefox Add-ons

Add-ons for Firefox can be helpful because they can help you block ads and pop-ups, handle your passwords, make your browsing more secure, and make online shopping easier. But add-ons can get old and have bugs, and they can also let third parties see what you do when you browse. If so, you might want to get rid of them. Here’s how to get rid of Firefox add-ons, such as plugins, addons, and themes:

• In an open browser window, click the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) and choose Add-ons and themes. Or use the keyboard shortcut: ctrl + shift + A.
• Select Extensions, then click the ellipsis icon on the add-on you want to remove.
• Select Remove in the drop-down list.
• If you only want to disable the add-on temporarily, click the blue toggle so it turns gray. The Firefox extension is now disabled.

Remove add-ons from Firefox Safe Mode

You can remove add-ons from Firefox Safe Mode if you need to fix a broken app. (or Troubleshoot Mode). Add-ons are automatically turned off in Safe Mode, but you might not be able to get to the Add-ons Manager to check on them further. But even in Safe Mode, you can still delete these add-ons. Here’s how to get rid of Firefox add-ons in Safe Mode:

• In an open browser window, click the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) and choose Help.
• Select Troubleshoot Mode.
• Choose Restart to confirm.
• A second dialog appears, reminding you that all Firefox extensions, plugins, and add-ons will be disabled. Choose Open to continue to Troubleshoot Mode.
• Once Firefox is open in Troubleshoot Mode, follow the same process for removing add-ons in normal mode. While all Firefox extensions are disabled, you can remove, report, and manage add-ons.

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