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Illustration of overlapping browser windows with Ecosia's logo, a tree graphic, Firefox's logo, and the text "Together for a better web," alongside a search bar with a green cursor.

Your tech choices matter more than ever. That’s why at Mozilla, we believe in empowering users to make informed decisions that align with their values. In that spirit, we’re excited to announce our partnership with Ecosia, a search engine that prioritizes sustainability, and social impact.

Did you know you could choose the search engine of your choice right from your Firefox URL bar? Whether you prioritize privacy, climate protection, or simply want a search experience tailored to your preferences, we’ve got you covered.

Ecosia goes beyond data protection by addressing environmental concerns. Every search made through the search engine contributes to tree-planting projects worldwide, helping to combat deforestation and regenerate the planet. Ecosia planted over 215 million trees, across the planet biodiversity hotspots, making a tangible difference in the fight against climate change. Just like Mozilla, they are committed to creating a better internet, and world, for everyone.

Together, Mozilla, Firefox and Ecosia are contributing to a web that is more open and inclusive, but above all — one where you can make an informed choice about what tech you use and why. Your tech choices make a difference.

As Firefox and Mozilla continue to champion user empowerment and innovation, we invite you to join us in shaping a web that makes the world better. Together, let’s make a positive impact — one search at a time.

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[–] [email protected] 39 points 1 day ago (3 children)

Mozilla is on a great tear. Layoffs, pointless rebrand, and now a shit privacy greenwashing search engine partnership. I'm so excited for the future of Firefox.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 21 hours ago (1 children)

Which pointless rebrand? I actually like "moz://a".

[–] [email protected] 6 points 20 hours ago (1 children)

Yea, but they changed to a weird flag thing (?) and a boring font logo:

At least they got this guy:

[–] [email protected] 5 points 18 hours ago

Oh well, at least the error animals are foxes and not a really weirdly drawn dinosaur

[–] TheTwelveYearOld 13 points 1 day ago (1 children)
[–] Hiro8811 4 points 1 day ago (3 children)
[–] [email protected] 9 points 1 day ago (2 children)
[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 day ago

Firefox WAS Netscape. Netscape was open sourced, rewritten, and released as Firebird (in reference to a phoenix’s rise from Netscape’s ashes). https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Mozilla_Application_Suite

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 day ago

I've been following Ladybird as well, and hope it comes to fruition. Without it we're kinda fucked.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

I think there is suppose to be a an alpha coming this summer.