Plus, its still got one of the best, well-vetted extension libraries around.
Here are the essential Firefox extensions it’s crucial that you bend the web to your will.
TheLifehacker Packis a yearly snapshot of our favorite, must-have applications for our favorite platforms.
This list is the first pack weve done for Firefox.
Lazarus
If you install any extension, install this one.
Ever write something in a online window window, only to have it crash and lose all your work?
Lazarus is your lifesaver.
When youre typing in a form, Lazarus continuously saves what youre doing.
If youre using Evernote but arent using the Web Clipper, youre missing out onone of Evernotes best uses.
Security
LastPassorDashlane
Every week, at least, theres a new hack.
LastPass is our favorite, but Dashlane is another excellent, easy to set up andfeature-comparable alternative.
Check outour guide to LastPassto get started, andthe alternativesif LastPass isnt your speed.
HTTPS Everywhere has been around for a while, but its been getting regular ruleset and feature updates.
you could read more about itover at the EFF.
Disconnect
Everyones trying to track you on the web, and Disconnect is the fix.
Userscripts require the Greasemonkey extension and Userstyles require Stylish, so we recommend having both on hand.
Dont worry, they dont run or consume system resources until you actually need a script you have installed.
YouTube High Definition makes sure they do, every time, anywhere on the web.
If you dont believe me, just look at its massive options page.
If you want more than Firefoxs Sync service can give, its worth a look.
Its the best wayto automate your discountsso you always get the best price.
If you prefer something with a bit more control,Coupons at Checkoutis a great alternative.
The Hover Hound extensioncompares hardware prices at Newegg with NCIX and Amazonwith just a hover of your mouse cursor.
Social Fixer
If you use Facebook, youve probably complained about Facebook before.
Illustration by Nick Criscuolo.
