Mozilla has updated its Terms of Use for a second time in a week following criticism overbroad language that raised concerns about user data. The revised terms now state that users grant Mozilla a nonexclusive, royalty-free license to use content uploaded through Firefox.
The move comes after the company introduced new Terms of Use and a Privacy Notice last week, which aimed to increase transparency around its data practices. However, some users expressed concerns about the language used in the original clause.
“We’ve been listening to our community’s concerns with parts of the TOU,” said Ajit Varma, VP of Product at Mozilla. “Our intent was to be clear about how we make Firefox work, but it created confusion and concern.”
Mozilla emphasized that it doesn’t sell or buy user data, citing differences in jurisdictional definitions of “sell”. The company already shares some data with partners for commercial purposes, including ads served on the New Tab and search bar.
However, Mozilla also pointed out that while it doesn’t access users’ conversations with third-party AI chatbots, it gathers technical data to improve Firefox. This includes how often specific features are used and by which providers.
The update follows Google’s new ad tracking policy, which has drawn scrutiny from regulators over privacy concerns. The U.K. Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has called the policy “irresponsible” and stated that organizations must comply with data protection law requirements, including transparency and consent.
Source: https://thehackernews.com/2025/03