Enables Bing Chat in Firefox.
Enable Bing Chat: Firefox Add-on
"Enable Bing Chat" is a Firefox add-on that modifies the user-agent string sent with requests to bing.com to enable Bing Chat. It essentially tricks Bing into thinking the request is coming from Microsoft Edge instead of Firefox since Bing Chat is currently exclusive to the Microsoft Edge browser. Please note that any issues related to Bing Chat's functionality are not related to this add-on and require backend changes by Microsoft.
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 8
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 26.70K
URLs: Website
Ranking
# 2,476
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary
This Firefox add-on modifies the user-agent string sent with requests to bing.com to enable Bing Chat in Firefox. It modifies the user-agent string to appear as if the request is coming from the Microsoft Edge browser. Bing Chat is currently only available on Microsoft Edge.
The Bing Chat interface is controlled by Microsoft and not related to this add-on. Any issues related to features of Bing Chat not working is not related this add-on but requires backend changes by Microsoft to work.
User reviews
Pros
- Works as described
- Integrates well into Firefox with a side panel feature for accessibility
- Functionality for keyboard navigation through conversations
- Users express appreciation and gratitude for the development
Cons
- Not working on various operating systems like Mint and Ubuntu
- Issues with logging in and accessing conversation history
- UI interface issues, particularly with the input box overlapping taskbar
- Mixed experiences with functionality across different environments
Most mentioned
- Not working on certain platforms
- Works as described for some users
- UI and functionality limitations
- Appreciation for the sidebar integration
User reviews
Not working (on Mint 21.3).
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Enable Bing Chat requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Enable Bing Chat has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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