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* Well, Firefox being fully open source is certainly a distinction that counts with me.

* Their built-in tracking protection is also another distinction [1].

* Ability to modify core settings to improve privacy is also really nice, but not viable for the average user [2].

* Firefox on android is the only mobile browser that allows you to install add-ons. I'm not talking special mobile-made add-ons. Any add-on that you can install on desktop, you can install on the mobile version. Although usability will definitely vary. uBlock Origin, Privay Badger, Decentraleyes, Cookie AutoDelete - all available on Firefox mobile for android

I'm not going to go as far as saying Firefox deserves your 100% trust. They have definitely made some missteps along the way. However, as far as meaningful distinction, yes I think that is well earned.

[1] https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/tracking-protection

[2] https://www.privacytools.io/#about_config




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