Profile Switcher for Firefox
Create, manage and switch between browser profiles seamlessly.
Profile Switcher for Firefox: Create & Manage Browser Profiles
Profile Switcher for Firefox is a user-friendly extension that allows users to create, manage, and switch between browser profiles in just a few clicks. Plus, it offers various profile picture options for customization. The extension, however, requires the installation of additional software to function properly.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: nulldev
Rating: 3.64
1 new ratings
(188)
Weekly download count: 379
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- storage
- nativeMessaging
- tabs
Size: 2.91M
Email: fi*****@andybao.me
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
# 919 ▼ 2
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated.
Pros
- Works nicely after applying workaround
- Insanely useful after properly setting it up
- Enhances browser professionalism
- Provides easier access to profiles compared to native methods
Cons
- Doesn't work for many users
- Requires third-party software installation
- Outdated since 2022 and lacks updates
- Not user-friendly setup process
Most mentioned
- Requires third-party software to work effectively
- Doesn't function properly after Firefox updates
- Outdated and not reliable for switching profiles
User reviews
Works nicely after applying workaround as found in the GitHub repo (Issue 106)
by Matthias Janßen, 2025-03-14
by Still, 2025-03-09
It won't let me switch profiles
by Kirachet, 2025-03-05
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Profile Switcher for Firefox requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
Profile Switcher for Firefox has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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