How to Lock Tabs in Firefox on Android

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Worried about prying eyes stumbling upon your incognito adventures? Firefox on Android is now offering a James Bondworthy upgrade to private browsing. Imagine locking away your most confidential tabs, accessible only with your fingerprint or preferred biometric key. No more accidental reveals! Safeguard your secrets and activate this impenetrable privacy shield in just a few taps. Your peace of mind is now fingertip accessible.

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Lock Private Tabs in Firefox on Android

New Firefox feature? Awesome! But first, fire up the Google Play Store and make sure your app is updated to the latest version. A simple search for “Firefox” will tell you if that tempting “Update” button is waiting for your tap. Get updating!

Done setting the stage? Now, grab your Android device, fire up Firefox, and tap that enticing tab group icon sitting pretty next to the address bar.

Tapping on tab group icon in Firefox for Android.

Switch to thePrivatetab.

Switching to Private tab in Firefox for Android.

Tap the+ Privatebutton to open a new private tab. Type in your address.

Tapping on Private button in Firefox for Android.

Next, tap once again on the tab group icon again to bring up an overview of your private tabs.

At the top you should see the option to “Use screen lock to hide private tabs?” PressLock Tabs.

Pressing on "Lock Tabs" when asked if you want to "Use screen lock to hide private tabs?" in Firefox on Android.

When prompted, authenticate with your fingerprint or face. Alternatively, tap “Use PIN” to proceed.

Using biometric authentication to unlock private tabs in Firefox for Android.

“Ready to lock down your Firefox Focus tabs on Android? From now on, accessing your private browsing sanctuary requires a fingerprint scan or face unlock – keeping prying eyes out and your secrets safe.”

Tab-locking AWOL? No sweat! Hunt for the trio of dots lurking in a corner – either down low or sky high, depending on where your address bar calls home.

Tapping three-dots in Firefox for Android.

SelectSettings.

Selecting Settings option in Firefox for Android.

TapPrivate browsingunderPrivacy and security.

Navigating to "Private browsing" in Firefox for Android.

Enable theUse screen lock to hide tabs in private browsingoption.

Enabling option to "Use screen lock to hide tabs in private browsing" in Firefox on Android. But

Worried about prying eyes when you lend your phone? Relax. Firefox now locks down your private tabs, safeguarding your secrets even if you forget to close the app. Hand over your phone with confidence. Your privacy stays private.

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Lock All Tabs in Firefox on Android

Want to fortress your Firefox? Lock down your tabs and become the sole master of your online domain. No peeking allowed! Keep prying eyes away from your browsing history with this simple trick.

Imagine Fort Knox, but for your Firefox. This feature lets you secure the entire app behind a biometric lock or PIN, ensuring that only you can access your browsing history, passwords, and personal data. Think of it as a digital bouncer, keeping unwanted eyes out.

Android user seeking app security? Your phone might already have the answer! Many Android devices boast a builtin “App Lock” feature, a digital padlock for your sensitive apps. On my Honor, it’s a treasure hunt ending atSettings >Security & privacy >Device & data protection. See if your phone holds the key!

Tapping on "Device & data protection" on Honor phone.

Tap onApp Lock.

Selecting "App Lock" in Honor phone.

Want to keep prying eyes out of your Firefox browser (or any other app)? Simply flip the lock switch! Now, whenever someone tries to sneak a peek, they’ll be stopped dead in their tracks by your device’s security – fingerprint, face ID, password, you name it! Your apps, your rules.

Toggling on lock for specific apps on Honor phone.

No sweat if that phone feature is MIA! Plenty of other tricks exist. A solid option is snagging a third-party app like AppLock by SpSoft.

Upon launching the app, prepare to secure your digital vault. You’ll be prompted to create a master PIN, your first line of defense. But the fortress doesn’t stop there! If you’ve enabled fingerprint or facial recognition on your device, the app will seamlessly integrate these biometric safeguards, adding an extra layer of personalized protection.

Setting up a master PIN in AppLock app on Android.

Open the app and press on the+button to add a new app to the lock folder.

Tapping on + button in AppLock to add new app to vault.

Ready to tame the web with Firefox? Find it in the list, flip its switch to “On,” and then, like adding fuel to a fire, hit that tempting plus (+) button that pops up beneath. Consider it your personal invitation to a faster, more private browsing experience.

Adding Firefox app to vault in AppLock.

You’ll need to grant some permissions. Do so by following the instructions on the screen.

Now, when you try to access Firefox, you’ll have to either use biometric authentication or input the master PIN sequence.

Android users seeking ultimate Firefox tab secrecy, look no further than Firefox Focus. This privacy powerhouse doesn’t just browse; it locks down your tabs behind a built-in shield.

Unlock hidden potential! Tap the three dots lurking in the top right corner, your gateway to customization. A secret menu descends – chooseSettingsand prepare to personalize your experience.

Go toPrivacy & Security. Here turn on the option toUse fingerprint to unlock app.

Tuning on "Use fingerprint to unlock app" in Firefox Focus on Android.

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