MM3 Proxy Switch

In the Firefox Browser (and other Mozilla programs) you can per default configure only the setting for one internet connection. With this Proxy Switch you can manage different configurations and simply switch over between these.

MM3 Proxy Switch - Easy Proxy Configuration Management

MM3 Proxy Switch is a Firefox add-on designed to simplify the process of managing proxy configurations. Users can alternate between a direct connection and several proxy configurations with a single mouse click. This eliminates the need to execute the Connection Settings dialog repetitively. It is the go-to tool for users who require to switch between different internet connections in an efficient manner.

Add-on stats

By: MM3Tools
Users: 491
-24
Rating: 4.59
(17)
Version: 2019 (Last updated: 2019-10-25)
Creation date: 2006-05-30
Weekly download count: 25
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • proxy
  • browsingData
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 47.87K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

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

To switch between a direct connection or different proxy configurations you then must no longer respectively execute the dialog Connection Settings newly.

With this Proxy Switch you can toggle with one click between the direct connection to the internet and other proxy configurations.

::: Help ::: The MM3-ProxySwitch includes the operation instructions, this is availably additional on the homepage.

Use the forum at SourceForge.net or write an e-mail for us at problems.

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 easy to use
  • Has been reliable for years
  • Works well with SOCKS proxies
  • Clean interface
  • Versatile configuration options
Cons
  • New version requires extended permissions and prompts for data access
  • Increased number of clicks needed to use the proxy (now requires two clicks instead of one)
  • Recent updates have reduced convenience compared to previous versions
  • Confusing icon/button indication for proxy status
Most mentioned
  • Concerns about permissions and security
  • User experience has declined with recent updates
  • Preference for the previous version's functionality
  • Need for source code accessibility
User reviews
by Tempdirz, 2024-12-15

Tell me how to use a proxy with authentication
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

MM3 Proxy Switch requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

MM3 Proxy Switch has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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