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Remove DNT (DoNotTrack) Header from Requests

Remove DNT (DoNotTrack) Header from Requests

Strip out the DNT header when using Strict or Custom mode Tracking Protection for (slightly) reduced fingerprintability.

What is Remove DNT (DoNotTrack) Header from Requests?
Remove DNT (DoNotTrack) Header from Requests is a Firefox add-on that strips out the DNT header for (slightly) reduced fingerprintability. Install now and protect your privacy!
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Users: 33 ▼ -2
Rating: 5.00 (2)
Version: 0.5 (Last updated: 2021-02-21)
Creation date: 2021-02-20
Weekly download count: 1
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
Size: 13.09K
URLs: Website
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There is a bug on file for this (1495192), but if you are in a hurry to remove the DNT header now because you are worried about fingerprinting, you can use this extension.

Note on Private Windows

Extensions require specific permission to run in private windows. See: https://support.mozilla.org/kb/extensions-private-browsing.

User reviews
Thank you Jefferson. For anyone curious about why this needs full permission to web data, see https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1495192#c11. And while you are there, please vote for that bug (and add any constructive comments).
by Peter Kehl, 2023-10-02
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Safety
Risk impact

Remove DNT (DoNotTrack) Header from Requests is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Remove DNT (DoNotTrack) Header from Requests if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Remove DNT (DoNotTrack) Header from Requests has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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