Mozilla Revises Firefox Terms After User Backlash

Last week, Mozilla updated its terms of use for its Firefox browser. Part of the new terms states that when users upload content online through Firefox, they are granting a royalty-free, worldwide license to use that content, which helps improve users’ online experiences. However, this term has raised concerns among users from the beginning. In the face of widespread criticism from users, Mozilla has finally changed the terms.

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Firefox users have complained that Mozilla is collecting ownership of their data through new terms and conditions released last week, which the company hopes will give users more control over their personal information. The controversial terms have finally been changed after widespread criticism on social media.

The revised terms of the Firefox browser state that when users upload information online through Firefox, they grant a royalty-free, worldwide license to use that information. However, this does not give Mozilla any ownership of that information.

In a blog post, Mozilla said, “We have taken user concerns seriously, particularly the licensing terms. Our goal was to clearly explain how Firefox works. However, this has caused some confusion. So we have changed the terms.”