Mozilla is planning to introduce an "AI Kill Switch" in Firefox, granting users the ability to completely disable all artificial intelligence features in the popular web browser. This announcement follows the recent appointment of Anthony Enzor-DeMeo as the new CEO of Mozilla Corporation, who emphasized a transformative vision for Firefox to evolve into a "modern AI browser" while maintaining its foundational role.
In an internal communication, Firefox developer Jake Archibald highlighted the importance of user control over AI features, stating that all AI functionalities will be opt-in. He reassured users that there will be a straightforward kill switch, allowing them to entirely turn off AI features, signaling Mozilla’s commitment to user trust and choice.
The upcoming release, Firefox 147, is set to debut on January 13, 2026, and will be the first version to feature this AI Kill Switch. Enzor-DeMeo articulated the need for Firefox to cater to a diverse range of users, insisting that the browser must work effectively for everyone while preserving its core values.
With this new development, Mozilla aims to reaffirm Firefox’s reputation as a user-centric browser, ensuring that advancements in AI do not compromise user experience or control. The AI Kill Switch is expected to be implemented in the first quarter of 2026.
For further updates, stay tuned for news on the release of Firefox 147 and its new features.
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