How to use Firefox Private Network to encrypt web traffic

Mozilla has tested its own browser-based VPN service, called the Firefox Private Network . The service promises Firefox users a more secure, encrypted link to the web, to prevent snoopers from tracking their browsing activity and hiding their location from websites, as well as trackers. advertisement.

Learn about Firefox Private Network

The Firefox Private Network will not protect any Internet traffic outside of the web browser, but it's a good option if you want to use an encrypted connection while using Firefox on a public WiFi network, for example.

As a time-limited beta, Firefox Private Network is currently free to try, but may become a paid service in the future. This service is currently only available in the United States.

How to use Firefox Private Network

If you can meet the above prerequisites, you can install the Firefox Private Network, by navigating to this page:

 https://fpn.firefox.com/ 

Then click the blue button + Add to Firefox , then grant the network permission to be added to the browser.

Click the hangers icon that appears in the upper right corner of the toolbar and you'll see a toggle switch that you can use to turn this VPN on or off. The green checkmark in the icon indicates that the security network is enabled, and your browsing activity is encrypted.

Opera browser offers a similar free VPN service, which also hides web browsing, but with the added benefit of allowing you to choose which continent you want your connection to be located. So, if you're looking to access location-limited services (Netflix for example) from abroad, you might have better luck using this option.