Firefox “Do Not Track”…

Mozilla has removed the “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature from Firefox starting with version 135, citing its ineffectiveness and potential to reduce privacy.

• Why It Was Removed: Many websites ignored the DNT setting, and some even exploited it in ways that compromised user privacy.

• History: Introduced in 2011, DNT was meant to limit online tracking, but it faced resistance from the ad industry and saw dwindling support over time.

• Alternative: Mozilla now recommends using the Global Privacy Control (GPC) feature in Firefox, which allows users to signal websites not to sell or share their data.

This change reflects a shift toward more reliable privacy tools in the face of industry pushback against voluntary standards like DNT.