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Firefox Multi-Account Containers (addons.mozilla.org)

542 points by rahuldottech · 2463 days ago · 156 comments on HN

Article summary

The article appears to be about Firefox Multi-Account Containers, a feature that allows users to separate their online identities and manage multiple accounts for the same site. However, the article itself is not available, and the discussion is based on the comments. Users are discussing their experiences with the feature, its limitations, and potential use cases. The feature has been available since 2018, and users are exploring its capabilities and workarounds for mobile devices.

Main themes

  • Firefox Multi-Account Containers
  • online identity management
  • privacy and security
  • mobile device support
  • workarounds and custom solutions
  • user experience and interface design

What commenters say

  • Some users find the feature useful for managing multiple accounts and separating their online identities, but it can be confusing to set up and use.
  • The feature has limitations, such as not being available on mobile devices, and some users have found workarounds or alternative solutions.
  • Temporary Containers is an addon that can be used in conjunction with Multi-Account Containers to provide additional privacy and security features.
  • Some users have developed custom solutions, such as using multiple profiles or forks of the original extension, to address specific use cases or limitations.
  • The feature can break some sites, and users have different opinions on how to handle these cases, such as using whitelists or alternative extensions.
  • Users are looking for more integration between containers and other Firefox features, such as bookmarks and tab management.
  • Some users prefer to use multiple profiles or separate browsers to manage their online identities, rather than relying on containers.
  • The discussion highlights the need for more user-friendly and intuitive interfaces for managing online identities and privacy settings.