Mozilla's integrated VPN in Firefox has been a welcome addition for privacy-conscious users, offering a generous 50 GB monthly data allowance for free. The latest update addresses a key missing feature: the ability to select your server location. This enhancement gives users more control over their browsing privacy and performance. Below, we answer common questions about this new capability.
What New Feature Has Mozilla Added to Its Free Firefox VPN?
Mozilla has introduced server location choice to its built-in VPN, available in Firefox 149 for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Previously, the VPN automatically routed traffic through a proxy without letting users pick the country. Now, users in eligible regions (UK, USA, France, Germany, and Canada) can select from a list of server locations, enhancing privacy and potentially improving connection speeds by choosing a nearby server.
How Much Data Can I Use Each Month with the Free VPN?
The free VPN tier offers a substantial 50 GB monthly limit, which is unusually generous compared to other free VPN services that often cap at 10–20 GB. This allows for regular browsing, streaming, and downloads without worrying about hitting a data wall. There are no speed throttles within this limit, making it a solid choice for everyday privacy protection.
Which Countries Currently Support the Free Firefox VPN?
As of the latest update, the free VPN is available to users in the United Kingdom, United States, France, Germany, and Canada. Canada was added with Firefox 150 after the initial rollout in Firefox 149. Mozilla plans to expand to more countries in future releases. Users outside these regions cannot yet access the free VPN, but Mozilla’s paid VPN service (Mozilla VPN) is available globally.
How Does the Firefox VPN Work?
The VPN is integrated directly into the Firefox browser. When enabled, your web traffic is routed through a secure proxy server hosted by Fastly, which hides your real IP address from websites and potential trackers. This does not encrypt all device traffic—only browser traffic—making it a lightweight privacy tool for web browsing. Unlike full-device VPNs, it doesn't affect other apps or system-level connections.
What Are the Requirements to Use the Free Firefox VPN?
To use the free VPN, you must meet three conditions: (1) have a Firefox account (free to create), (2) be running Firefox 149 or later on Windows, macOS, or Linux, and (3) be located in one of the supported countries. The feature is automatically enabled for eligible users—no extra extension or sign-up is needed beyond logging into your Firefox account.
Will the Free VPN Ever Include More Features Like Ad Blocking?
Mozilla has not announced specific plans, but based on the company’s history of iterative improvements, further enhancements are likely. The addition of server location choice addresses a top user request. Future updates might include DNS leak protection, kill switch, or integration with Mozilla’s Enhanced Tracking Protection. However, the free VPN is designed to be a simple privacy layer, not a full-featured VPN suite.