Public Fox

Block downloads, lock down bookmarks/addons/downloads with a password.

Public Fox - Control and Secure Your Firefox

'Public Fox' is a Firefox add-on designed for maximum browsing security. It helps in blocking unauthorised downloads and unwanted websites while also preventing changes to your browser. Additionally, it locks down add-ons, preferences, 'about:config', and bookmarks. All these security features can be controlled by a central password. PublicFox strives to continuously keep you updated for maximum security.
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Add-on stats

By: publicfox
Users: 1,603
39
Rating: 2.94
(65)
1 new ratings
Version: 2.0.2resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2006-11-19
Weekly download count: 56
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • tabs
  • storage
  • webNavigation
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
Size: 27.71K

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Add-on summary

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Perfect for Public Places or within families

  • Block downloads.
  • Prevent browser changes.
  • Locks down Add-ons, Preferences, 'about:config', Bookmarks
  • Blocks unwanted Web Sites
  • All with a central password.
  • Continuisly updated for max. security.
  • PublicFox Addon scans the web for information about (good and bad) websites, hosts, ect. and shares it with blocklists.
The ESC "bug" was Version fixed in 1.11.3 so NOT BREAKABLE any more please update to the newest Version

PublicFox asks you to add the extension AdBeaver which helps you and us to collect coins and makes ads even more secure. You will get asked in a prompt whether you want that additional addon to be installed or not. We appreciate your support. Thank you! The AdBeaver extension is save to use and follows Mozilla guidelines. Of course PublicFox can also be used without it. Also the additional addons can be removed anytime later in the addon settings.

Enjoy it!

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
    Cons
    • Does not accept the password set by users, leaving them unable to access settings or unlock the add-on.
    • Easily removable without password, undermining its purpose of protection.
    • Does not effectively block the installation of plugins or the removal of the extension.
    • Freezes at the password entry screen, causing access issues.
    • The add-on has become non-functional following recent Firefox updates.
    Most mentioned
    • Password does not work or is not saved, leading to user lockout.
    • Users can remove the add-on easily without entering a password, making it ineffective.
    • The extension does not perform its intended function of blocking access to settings or preventing the installation of new plugins.
    User reviews
    this addon is great! has all the features i desire and need! but sadly it does not remember the password i set for it like everyone's saying. AND ALSO i can just remove it easily also i found out. by removing the extension itself from the extensions drop down menu by clicking the cog and clicking "remove extensions" it removes it easily without any effort or password which defeats the purpose of the extension entirely.
    by Dezzer323, 2025-01-22
    by Firefox user 18325458, 2024-11-24
    The password I save, don't work. Tried it a multiple times
    by JSB, 2024-11-18
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    Add-on safety

    Risk impact

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

    Risk likelihood

    Public Fox is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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