Amid the increasing integration of AI in browsers, Mozilla is giving users more control over AI features within Firefox. A forthcoming update scheduled for February 24th will include an ‘AI control’ option in the browser’s settings menu. This feature will allow users to individually enable or disable various AI functions, such as a built-in chatbot, translations, tab group suggestions, and more.
Responding to user concerns about AI usage, Mozilla’s commitment to user choice is evident in this development. Previously promised by the company, the AI control feature will now offer users the ability to deactivate all existing and upcoming AI capabilities in Firefox. Users will also have the option to manage AI-driven tasks like generating alt text for images in PDFs and creating key points in link previews.
“Catering to diverse user preferences regarding AI tools is crucial,” said Ajit Varma, Firefox’s vice president of product. Varma highlighted the feedback received from users who either prefer no AI involvement or seek genuinely beneficial AI functionalities. The introduction of AI controls aligns with Mozilla’s user-centric approach and commitment to providing choices that resonate with the community.
Source: The Verge