Why is Firefox blocking my downloads?

Why is Firefox blocking my downloads?

A click or tap on the download in the panel opens additional information and options. Firefox users may allow the download using the prompt that opens or remove the file. The blocking happens only because of the insecure connection, not because the file has a virus or other unwanted content.

Why Firefox add-ons not working?

The Firefox add-ons might not work if your Firefox browser is not up to date. Moreover, incorrect date/time settings of your system or corrupt Firefox user profile (or any of its settings/files) may also cause the issue.

How do I add downloaded addons to Firefox?

How do I find and install add-ons?

1. Tap the menu button.
2. Tap the Add-ons menu item.
3. Tap on an add-on to learn more.
4. This will then show you the access that extension requires.
5. After installing the extension, Firefox will give you the opportunity to enable it in private browsing.
6. Tap Okay, Got it to finish.

Does Firefox allow drive by downloads?

Currently, even with the sandbox attribute set, malicious content could initiate a drive-by download, prompting the user to download malicious files. Unless the sandboxed content is explicitly annotated with the ‘allow-downloads’ attribute, Firefox will protect you against such drive-by downloads.

Why can I only download 6 files at a time?

By default, Chrome lets you download five or six files simultaneously because that is the default value in most Windows installations. If you need to download more than five files, Chrome places some of the target files in a queue and then downloads them as soon as one of the five slots becomes available.

How do I change the number of simultaneous downloads?

Select the “Decimal” option from the “Base” section of the “Edit DWORD (32-bit) Value” dialog that opens up. Type the number of simultaneous downloads you want into the “Value Data” box, such as “10” (again, omit the quotes) and click “OK.”

How do I manage Add-ons in Firefox?

Manage extension shortcuts in Firefox

1. Click the menu button , click Add-ons and Themes. Add-ons and select Extensions.
2. Click the Tools for all add-ons cogwheel.
3. Click Manage Extension Shortcuts in the menu.
4. You will see the shortcut options (if available) for your installed add-ons.