What data does Firefox collect?

Firefox collects: optional telemetry, sync data (encrypted), minimal by default.

Does Firefox share my data?

Does not sell user data. Non-profit focused on user privacy.

🌍 Oceania

Is Firefox Safe in Australia?

Item: Firefox
Rating: 8.5
Author: PrivacyDefend

Privacy analysis under Privacy Act 1988

📋 Australia Analysis:

In Australia, Firefox must comply with Privacy Act 1988. Firefox is one of the best mainstream browsers for privacy. Open-source, strong tracking protection, and backed by a non-profit genuinely focused on user rights. Users in Australia may have additional rights regarding data access and deletion.

Safety Score for Australia Users

8.5/10

📜 Australia Privacy Laws & Firefox

Australia enforces Privacy Act 1988, which govern how Firefox can collect, process, and store your personal data.

Your Rights in Australia

Right to Access: Request a copy of your data
Right to Deletion: Request removal of your data
Right to Portability: Transfer your data to another service
Right to Object: Opt out of certain data processing

Under Privacy Act 1988, Firefox must respond to valid data requests within the legally mandated timeframe.

📊 How Firefox Handles Australia User Data

Firefox collects the following data from Australia users:

optional telemetry
sync data (encrypted)
minimal by default

Data Storage Location

Depending on Firefox's infrastructure, your data may be stored in data centers outside {c_name}, which affects legal jurisdiction and data protection.