Mozilla is already revising its new Firefox terms to clarify how it handles user data
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Summary
Mozilla released a new set of terms and conditions for its Firefox web browser on Wednesday, but the update was criticized for giving the company broad ownership over user data and attracting intense debate across social media.
The company has now walked back some of the language in the terms following the backlash, and on Friday published a blog post to “update on [the] terms of use” and clarify its position.
For example, Mozilla claimed that its intention was to “be as clear as possible about how we make Firefox work,” but the initial language caused “confusion and concern.”
The company also noted that it collects and shares some user data with partners to keep the browser commercially viable, but this is disclosed in its privacy notice.
Despite the changes, some industry observers believe that the damage to Mozilla’s reputation may have already been done.