5 Firefox settings for security

From Mozilla, a non-profit organization and developer of Firefox Unsubscribe | Modify your preferences | View in your browser October 2012     Firefox is by your side With Halloween around the corner, you're likely to see lots of scary things on the street. Luckily, they'll be gone the next day (well, most of them), but there are things to worry about online all year long. That's why Firefox offers tools and tips to make sure you're as secure on the Web as you can be. Here's what you'll find this month: Get 5 great ways to stay safe and secure with Firefox for desktop. Keep your private info private with Do Not Track on Firefox for Android. Learn how to make strong, safe passwords that you can remember. See how Firefox keeps the "strange things" away in a fan-created video. Keep reading for the complete stories and more! Winston, Carmen & Jessilyn Editors     Get Firefox for Android Check your plugins Need help? Check out our support page. Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Volunteer with us   5 settings for safety Online safety is like exercise: you know it's good for you, but sometimes you wish it were easier (and unfortunately, it can hurt if you do it wrong). That's why Firefox offers a number of pain-free ways to increase your security. See all 5 ways to keep yourself safe, secure and browsing without worry. Share this story with friends.       Do Not Track on Firefox for Android As you may know from reading this newsletter, many websites track visitors' behavior and then sell that information to other companies (like advertisers). The Do Not Track feature in Firefox lets you tell websites you don't want your browsing tracked (though it's still up to the sites whether or not they honor that request). But what you might not know is that you can also get the benefits of Do Not Track when you're on the go with Firefox for Android. Read more about Do Not Track on Android, including how to turn it on. Share this story with friends.       Passwords are like toothbrushes There's a saying when it comes to online passwords: they're like a toothbrush. That's because you want a good toothbrush (just like a password), you should change it often (just like a password) and you should never share it (just like a password). Here are some tips to help you pick a strong password. If you're looking for a toothbrush, we recommend talking to your dental care professional. Share this story with friends.       Avoid "strange things" on the Web There are strange, weird and scary things lurking on the Web, as you'll see in this stunning video created by a member of our community. But you'll also see that Firefox cares about your security and privacy — just like you do — and helps keep you safe, no matter what you're doing online. Share the video to let your friends know that with Firefox, they can "live safe, be safe, without surprises." Share this story with friends.     Featured Desktop Add-ons Pearltrees Collect, organize and share your interests in a visual and social library. Add to Firefox »   Public Fox Block downloads and lockdown bookmarks and add-ons with a password. Add to Firefox »     Latest Fashions for Your Browser     Today's Tips Desktop How do I remove a single website from my history? Learn more.   Mobile How do I open a new tab on Firefox for Android? Find out.     Firefox Health Check Keep Your Firefox Happy Be sure you have the latest, greatest and most secure version of Firefox. Crash protection is currently available for Windows and Linux. Are Your Plugins Up to Date? Old plugins can interrupt browsing, waste time and increase risk of attack from malware and viruses. Follow these easy steps to stay up to date. Need Help? Did you know we have a volunteer support community who wants to help you? Search our support pages for answers and advice about using Firefox. Or help other users here.     Let's be Friends! Connect with us and join the conversation.     Like us on Facebook     Follow us on Twitter     About Us: What is Mozilla? The Mozilla Mission Mozilla Blog   Firefox Stuff: Features Customize Firefox Get Support   Get Involved: Join Mozilla Volunteer Become a Firefox Affiliate       Thanks for Reading!   You're receiving this email because you subscribed to receive email newsletters and information from Mozilla. If you do not wish to receive these newsletters, please click the Unsubscribe link below. Unsubscribe | Modify your preferences     Mozilla 650 Castro St., Ste 300 Mountain View CA 94041-2021 Mozilla Privacy Policy