By default, Android ships the mobile version of Google Chrome. But that doesn't mean you don't have an alternative! Firefox for Android is surely one of the best browsers for smartphone and tablet. We present you all its advantages and how to download it, either through Google Play or by downloading the APK file.
If you are tired of using almost only Google services, you can you care about your privacy and your personal data, Firefox is surely the alternative for you. The browser engages in this direction and allows great control over what information you want to share or not. This goes through the "non-tracking" settings, but also by the private mode and the possibility of easily changing the default search engine to put (for example) the very good DuckDuckGo which does not spy on you.
These are just some of the features of Firefox for Android which also gives you the ability to customize your home screen panels and add web content to them for faster access, such as your Instagram feed. for example. The guest mode with personal data for each user is also one of its strengths.
Finally, "Synch" and the functionality that should convince everyone those who already use Firefox on their PC. They can then find all their favorites and passwords directly on Android.
Download Firefox for Android from Google Play or in APK
If you want to go faster, click on the button just below to install Firefox on your Android mobile via Google Play.
1. For the APK file, go to this address.
> Firefox 38 for Android APK
2. If you downloaded it from your phone, go directly to step 3. If you did it from your PC, copy the file you just downloaded, it should be in "downloads", to your Android on the go. using the USB cable.
3. On your smartphone or tablet, you must allow the installation of third-party applications. For that, go to "Settings> Applications", then check "Unknown sources".
4. Use a file manager, like this one, then find the APK file in question to run on your mobile.
5. You just have to tap on it to install it. If you have difficulty, find our tutorial to install or uninstall an APK file.
You now have the latest version of Firefox for Android. Do not hesitate to share with us your opinion on this browser and the features you expect.
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