Switch Container
Allows to switch the current tab to a different container.
Switch Container: Switch Between Firefox Tab Containers
Switch Container is a convenient Firefox add-on designed to provide a simpler way for users to switch between different tab containers during their internet browsing sessions. It also allows reversion of a container tab back to a regular tab, adding flexibility to your browsing.
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 19
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- tabs
- activeTab
- cookies
- contextualIdentities
Size: 13.41K
Email: mj*****@gmail.com
URLs: Website
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Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary
Switch Containers is a WebExt-based Firefox add-on that allows users to switch the current tab's container on the fly, and revert a container tab back to a regular tab.
IMPORTANT: There are security concerns involved when changing a tab between containers. Before installing, please read this article on the matter: https://github.com/mozilla/testpilot-containers/wiki/Moving-between-containers
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Easy and convenient to use
- Essential tool for managing multiple containers
- Useful for privacy and testing different user roles
Cons
- Inability to switch containers without reloading
- Performance issues with loading the container list
- Some users reported it not working on specific Firefox versions
Most mentioned
- Switching containers through right-click context menu not supported
- Container list loading time is slow
- Does not work on certain outdated versions of Firefox
User reviews
by hkpd, 2025-01-02
by Rodrigo, 2024-11-10
by darlington95, 2024-10-15
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Switch Container requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Switch Container is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
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