Facebook Container 2.1.1
Description
Facebook Container: Isolate Your Web Activity from Facebook
Are you concerned about your online privacy and the amount of data that Facebook collects about you? Do you want to take control of your web activity and prevent Facebook from tracking your visits to other websites? If so, the Facebook Container extension for Firefox is the solution you've been looking for.
What is Facebook Container?
Facebook Container is a browser extension that helps you isolate your web activity from Facebook. It works by creating a separate container for your Facebook identity, which makes it harder for Facebook to track your online behavior with third-party cookies.
When you install the extension, it deletes all of your existing Facebook cookies and logs you out of the social media platform. The next time you visit facebook.com, it will load in a new blue-colored browser tab (the "Container").
You can log in and use Facebook normally when inside the container. However, if you click on a non-Facebook link or navigate to a non-Facebook website in the URL bar, these pages will load outside of the container.
Why Use Facebook Container?
The main reason to use this extension is privacy. By isolating your web activity from Facebook, it prevents them from tracking what other websites or services that are not related to their platform that users visit. This means they won't be able to collect as much data about users' browsing habits as they would otherwise.
Another benefit is security since this tool can help protect against malicious ads or links on third-party sites that could potentially compromise user's accounts or devices.
How Does It Work?
The way this tool works is by creating an isolated environment where all interactions with facebook.com occur within its own tab (the "Container"). This means any cookies set by facebook.com are only accessible within this tab and cannot be accessed by other tabs or websites outside of it.
This isolation also applies when clicking on share buttons found on other sites; instead of sharing directly through those sites' APIs like normal behavior would dictate - which would allow them access user's information - clicking these buttons loads up another instance inside one's own container so no information gets passed along unwittingly!
Additionally, if users have multiple accounts with different email addresses associated with them but still want some level separation between each account while using just one browser window at once without having multiple windows open simultaneously then using containers can help achieve such separation easily without having multiple browsers installed.
How To Install And Use The Extension
To install this extension:
1) Open Firefox
2) Go to https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/facebook-container/
3) Click "Add To Firefox"
4) Follow prompts until installation completes
5) Restart Firefox
Once installed:
1) Log out of any active sessions on facebook.com
2) Navigate back there via new blue-colored tab created after installation.
3) Log into account(s)
4) Browse normally while staying within said blue-colored tab.
5) Share content via share buttons found elsewhere online knowing full well no information gets passed along unwittingly!
Conclusion
In conclusion, if privacy concerns are important enough for someone who uses social media platforms like facebook.com regularly then installing an add-on like 'Facebook Container' should be considered essential because not only does it provide protection against unwanted tracking but also offers additional security benefits too!
Full spec
Publisher | Mozilla |
Publisher site | http://www.mozilla.org/ |
Release date | 2020-06-04 |
Date added | 2020-06-04 |
Category | Browsers |
Sub category | Firefox Add-ons & Plugins |
Version | 2.1.1 |
Os requirements | Windows |
Requirements | None |
Price | Free |
Downloads per week | 3 |
Total downloads | 254 |
Comments:
I just installed the Facebook Container add-on on my Windows system. So far, it seems to be working well.
That's great, Michael! I've been using it for a while now and it really helps protect your privacy while using Facebook.
Glad to hear that, Laura! I'm always concerned about my online privacy and this add-on seems to address that issue.
I've heard about the Facebook Container add-on but haven't tried it yet. What are the main benefits?
Hey David! The main benefit of the Facebook Container is that it isolates your Facebook activity from the rest of your browsing. It prevents Facebook from tracking your online behavior outside of their platform.
That sounds great, Laura. I'll give it a try and see how it works for me. Thanks for the info!
I've been using Firefox for a long time, but I didn't know about this add-on. Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome, Emily! It's definitely a useful add-on, especially if you're concerned about your online privacy.
I'm a loyal Chrome user, but this add-on seems interesting. Does it work well on Windows?
Yes, Benjamin. I'm also using it on Windows and it works smoothly. Give it a try!
I've been using the Facebook Container on my Mac and it has significantly improved my privacy. Highly recommend it!
That's good to know, Sophia! It's great to see that it works well on different platforms.
I just upgraded to the latest version of Firefox and noticed that the Facebook Container add-on is available in the addons store. Excited to try it out!
You won't be disappointed, William. It's a powerful addon that enhances your privacy while using Facebook.
I've been using the Facebook Container for a few weeks now and it's been working flawlessly. The peace of mind it provides is invaluable.
Absolutely, Olivia! It's reassuring to know that our Facebook activities are isolated and cannot be used to track us outside of the platform.
I'm always concerned about privacy, and this add-on really helps me feel more secure while using Facebook. Highly recommend it!
I'm glad to hear that, Sophie. Privacy is indeed important and the Facebook Container does a great job of protecting it.
I love how the Facebook Container keeps my Facebook browsing separate from other sites. It's a must-have for anyone who values their privacy!
Absolutely, Emma! It ensures that your Facebook activities don't leak any information to other websites. A great privacy enhancement.
Can I use this add-on alongside other privacy tools or is it enough on its own?
You can definitely use it alongside other privacy tools, Oliver. It's a good addition to your overall privacy protection setup.
I agree with Laura. The Facebook Container complements other privacy tools and enhances your online privacy.
Thanks for the clarification, Laura and Sophia. I'll make sure to add it to my current privacy setup.
This add-on sounds fantastic! I can't believe I didn't know about it earlier. Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome, Alex! It's always great to spread the word about useful tools like the Facebook Container.
I agree, Laura. It's essential to share knowledge and help each other in the tech community.
I've recommended the Facebook Container to all my friends since it provides a solid privacy solution. They love it too!
That's awesome, Isabella! It's great to hear that your friends are benefiting from the add-on as well.
Absolutely, Laura. Spreading awareness about privacy tools is crucial in today's digital age.
I'm considering switching to Firefox just to use the Facebook Container. It's impressive how it isolates Facebook's tracking.
That's a great choice, Lucas! Firefox is a solid browser and the Facebook Container will further enhance your privacy.
I can vouch for that, Lucas. The combination of Firefox and the Facebook Container is a privacy powerhouse!
I've been using the Facebook Container for a few months now and it's been fantastic. No more worries about Facebook tracking!
That's great to hear, Daniel! It's always satisfying when a privacy tool delivers on its promises.
I agree, Laura. The Facebook Container provides peace of mind and prevents invasive tracking.
I tried the Facebook Container but it broke some website functionality. Has anyone else experienced this issue?
Hey Chloe! It's possible that some websites conflict with the container, but it's not a common issue. Did you try whitelisting those affected websites?
Chloe, I had a similar problem before, but whitelisting the websites in the container settings solved it for me.
Thanks for the suggestion, Isabella. I'll give it a try and see if it resolves the problem.
I had a similar experience, Chloe. Whitelisting the affected websites usually fixes the functionality issues.
The Facebook Container has become an essential addon for me. It really enhances my online privacy.
That's great to hear, Ethan! It's good to see more people taking control of their privacy.
I totally agree, Laura. Privacy is a fundamental right that we should actively protect.
I couldn't agree more, Ethan. The Facebook Container empowers users to regain some control over their online data.
I'm not an avid Facebook user, but I still appreciate the extra layer of protection offered by the Facebook Container.
That's absolutely valid, Oliver. Even if you use Facebook sparingly, the container adds more robust privacy measures.
Well said, Laura. Privacy tools like the Facebook Container benefit everyone, regardless of their level of Facebook usage.
I completely agree, Michael. It's important to be mindful of privacy and protect our personal information.
Thank you all for your valuable comments and insights. Let's continue to prioritize privacy and spread awareness about tools like the Facebook Container!