5 hours ago
- Firefox 153 introduces a native Containers Preview feature for managing separate online identities (work, shopping, personal, banking) in one browser window.
- Containers isolate cookies and ad tracking to prevent cross-container activity, stopping targeted ads from interfering across contexts.
- The feature builds on the popular Multi-Account Containers extension, integrating it directly into Firefox for easier access and support.
- Key benefits include default visibility, simplified workflow, preserved core functionality, and ongoing investment in the feature.
- In the preview, users can open tabs in specific containers, customize containers with names/colors/icons, and manage settings via Firefox Settings.
- Existing extension users can keep using the add-on alongside the native feature, as not all add-on features are yet replicated.
- Mozilla invites user feedback on the Containers Preview through Mozilla Connect to shape future development.