Container proxy

Allows Firefox user assign different proxies to be used in different containers

Container Proxy: Firefox Add-On for Proxies in Containers

Container Proxy is a Firefox extension designed to protect user privacy. Its sole functionality is to enable users to set up proxies and assign them to specified containers. Each request from a container uses the assigned proxy, ensuring privacy across tabs and sessions.

Add-on stats

Users: 5,011
45
Rating: 4.61
(75)
Version: 0.1.22 (Last updated: 2021-11-09)
Creation date: 2019-07-05
Weekly download count: 347
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • storage
  • contextualIdentities
  • cookies
  • proxy
Size: 178.88K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

Assign a proxy to a Firefox container - be sure your privacy is protected

The only thing extension does is let you set up proxies and then assign proxy to a container. Each request comming from any tab in the container will use this proxy.

If you want to help me improve it you are welcome to contribute!

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Simple and straightforward to use for basic proxy switching tasks
  • Allows different proxies for different Firefox containers
  • Easy setup process
  • Works effectively with Socks5 proxies
  • Helps streamline routing through proxies without system preference changes
Cons
  • Encountered issues connecting to proxies, especially on certain setups (e.g., Linux Mint)
  • Add-on hasn't been updated in over 3 years, leading to compatibility concerns
  • Limited customization options compared to more advanced alternatives like SwitchyOmega
  • Performance issues such as high RAM usage reported
  • Some users looking for additional features such as increased session numbers and more color options for categorization
Most mentioned
  • Does not work for some users, especially concerning connection errors
  • Desire for more customization features
  • Simplicity and effectiveness in proxy management
User reviews
by sussyfrog, 2025-01-21


by mrd83, 2024-12-20
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Container proxy requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Container proxy has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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