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Firefox to Let Users Block All AI Features with Single Toggle

On Monday, Mozilla announced that Firefox will let users block all current and future generative AI features via a Block AI enhancements toggle in desktop browser settings, first rolling out to Firefox Nightly before Firefox 148 on February 24.
Responding to user backlash, Mozilla said it built AI controls after hearing community feedback, fulfilling CEO Anthony Enzor-DeMeo's pledge to keep AI optional and restore trust.
The controls let users manage five AI features, including translations, PDF alt text, tab grouping, link previews, and sidebar chatbots, with a 'Block AI Enhancements' toggle to disable all AI features.
A Mozilla spokesperson told BleepingComputer that 'When AI controls become available, the Block AI enhancements toggle will be off by default', while some observers read auto-enrollment claims as incorrect since Mozilla clarified AI features remain opt-in.
Mozilla said it will continue investing in AI while keeping Firefox optional to preserve user agency and framed controls as part of a transparency and trust push with industry partners.

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