Why is it so difficult to find the latest version of Firefox?

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• Why am I not able to update the latest version of Firefox when it tells me that it is ready to download. It seems "stuck" on the connection to the update server and goes no further. This happens everytime I try for several months now.

  I think that the version he is trying to download is 10.something, and it seems to freeze on the window of 'progress' for quite awhile before I get it close. I've sometimes minimized the window while I did other things, coming to him perhaps 30 minutes later and the window is exactly the same as when I left it.

  You can try the alternative and easier way by downloading from here

  • getfirefox.com

• I get a message that I don't have the latest version of Firefox. I just updated and downloaded the Beta Version 11. Why do I get this message?

  I get a message that I don't have the latest version of Firefox. I just updated and downloaded the Beta Version 11. Why do I get this message?

  The current beta version is 12 of Firefox, but if you're not a tester experienced, so it is best to stay with the current version of Firefox and uninstall the beta version.

  You can find the latest version of Firefox in all languages and for all systems operating here:

  • Firefox 11.0.x: http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/all.html

• Where can I find the version number of the latest version of Firefox before downloading?

  I have to ask permission to download Firefox at work and he needs version number before granting approval. Texas regulators use Firefox and work does not allow microsoft to explore internet. I need Firefox to use the reports and models of agencies. The download Web site does not list the version number. Where can I find the version number of the latest version of Firefox before downloading?

  You can find the latest version of Firefox 20.0.x in all languages and for all systems operating here:

  • http://www.Mozilla.org/en-us/Firefox/all.html

  If you put a download link, her you should see the version of Firefox in the pop-up at the bottom of the screen.

• I'm updating (5 times), but I still got the message saying that I am not on the latest version of Firefox. Why?

  Why is firefox not updated when I have updated approximately five times (version 18)?

  If please restart your computer and try again. If this does not work, please try a clean reinstall.

  Some Firefox problems can be solved by performing a clean reinstall. This means that you remove Firefox and all the leftover program files and then reinstall Firefox. Please follow these steps one by one:

  1. Download the latest version of Firefox from http://www.mozilla.org office and save the installer to your computer.
  2. Once the download is complete, close all Firefox Windows (click Exit in the file menu or Firefox) and confirm all future messages.
  3. Now, uninstall Firefox by following the steps mentioned in the article to Uninstall Firefox .

  IMPORTANT: Under Windows, the uninstall program has the option to remove your personal data and settings. Make sure that you have not check this option. If not all of your bookmarks, passwords, extensions, customizations and other Firefox data user profile will be removed from your computer.

  After uninstalling Firefox on Windows, delete the folder of the program "Mozilla Firefox", located by default in one of the following locations:

  • (Windows 32-bit) C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox
  • (On 64-bit Windows) C:\Program Files (x 86) \Mozilla Firefox
  1. Go to the Windows Start menu and click on 'computer '.
  2. In the Explorer window that opens, double-click on disk Local (c) to open the C:\ drive.
  3. Find the folder "Program Files (x 86)" or "Program Files".
     • On 32-bit Windows, double-click the Program Files folder to open it.
     • On 64-bit Windows, you'll see a folder "Program Files (x 86)" AND a "Program Files" folder. Open the Program Files (x 86) folder.
  4. You are looking for a folder of Mozilla Firefox . If you find one, right click and select delete and confirm that you want to move the folder to the trash.

  Now, go ahead and reinstall Firefox:

  1. Double-click on the downloaded Setup file and go through the steps in the installation wizard.
  2. Once the wizard is completed, click to open Firefox directly after clicking the Finish button.

  Please report back to see if this helped you!

• How can I find the installed version of Firefox?

  How can I find the installed version of Firefox?

  You run v33 right now. But you can still check two ways

  • Click on the

    

    button-> then the help icon (?) then on Firefox

  • Type of topic: in the address bar

• Why my start page says "you are not on the latest version of Firefox. Update today to get the best of the Web! "when in fact I have the latest version?

  I've upgraded to the latest version of Firefox, but I always get a message on my home page that says "you are not on the latest version of Firefox. Update today to get the best of the Web! »

  You can see this message under the Google search box on www.google.com/firefox which is the old default Firefox homepage. It seems that this page is no longer maintained by Google. You seem to have the latest version of Firefox.

  If you want as the Google search page as homepage, change your homepage to Subject: House (a new version of the old homepage Google/Firefox update is now integrated into Firefox).

  • See-> http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/How+to+set+the+home+page

  Also see-> https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Finding+your+Firefox+version
  
  You can also see your version on the help > troubleshooting information display

  If this answer solved your problem, please click 'Solved It' next to this response when connected to the forum.

  Not related to your question, but...

  You may need to update some plug-ins. Check your plug-ins and update if necessary:

  • Plugin check-> http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/plugincheck/
  • Adobe Shockwave for Director Netscape plug-in: install (or update) the Shockwave with Firefox plugin
  • Adobe PDF plugin for Firefox and Netscape: Installation/update Adobe Reader in Firefox
  • Shockwave Flash (Adobe Flash or Flash): updated Flash in Firefox
  • Next generation Java plug-in for the Mozilla browser: install or update Java in Firefox

• On my Firefox start page, a message says, "you are not on the latest version of Firefox. But when I go to help, and on Firefox, this window says I'm under 8.0 and Firefox is updated. So, why am I conflicting message? Thank you

  I downloaded Firefox restarted 8.0.1, and it ran. However, I always get a message on my firefox start page saying: "you are not on the latest version of Firefox. But when I go to help and then on Firefox, it says I'm under 8.0 and I'm updating. Why do I get mixed messages?

  The old homepage www.google.com/firefox is obsolete and is no longer used. You can restore your home page for the new default value, so you will get the new homepage.
  
  http://support.Mozilla.com/en-us/KB/how%20To%20set%20The%20home%20page#w_restore-the-default-home-page
  
  Click on the button "Restore default".

• Why is the latest version of Firefox not compatible with the Google toolbar? It will never or should I go back to Internet Explorer?

  My Google toolbar has been removed when I downloaded the latest version of Firefox. There will be no re-load because it is not compatible. There's this problem with Google or Firefox? Will be fixed soon, or I'll have to go back to Internet Explorer?

  See my suggestion in this post (it worked for this happy user): https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/questions/839721

  You need to update the following. The Plugin version (s) below has / have been submitted with your question and is obsolete. You need to update in order to avoid the known security issues with the version (s) you have installed. Click on 'more system info... '. "to the right of your question to see what was included with your question.

  • Adobe Shockwave for Director Netscape plug-in, version 11.0
  • Next-generation Java plug-in 1.6.0_21 for Mozilla browsers
  1. Check your plugin versions on one of the following links:
     • http://www.Mozilla.com/en-us/pluginCheck/
     • https://www-trunk.stage.Mozilla.com/en-us/pluginCheck/
     • Note: plugin check page lacks information about all versions of the plugin
     • There are links to tests specific plugin available on this page:
       • http://KB.mozillazine.org/Testing_plugins
  2. Update to Shockwave for Director
     • NOTE: this is not the same thing as Shockwave Flash; This installs the Shockwave Player.
     • Use Firefox to download and SAVE the installer to your hard drive from the link in the article below (Desktop is a good place, so you can find it).
     • When the download is complete, exit Firefox (file > exit)
     • Locate and double-click it in the installer that you just downloaded, let the complete installation.
     • Restart Firefox, and look at your plugins.
     • Download link and more information: http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Using+the+Shockwave+plugin+with+Firefox
  3. Update the Java plugin to the latest version.
     • Download site: http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/index.html (Java platform: download JRE)
       • Don't forget to uncheck the toolbar Yahoo option during installation if you do not want to install.
         
     • See also "Manual Update" in this article for update from the Java Control Panel in Control Panel: http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Using+the+Java+plugin+with+Firefox#Updates
     • Removal of older versions (if required): http://www.java.com/en/download/faq/remove_olderversions.xml
     • Remove several extensions of Console Java (if necessary): _ http://kb.mozillazine.org/Firefox: _FAQs_:_Install_Java #Multiple_Java_Console_extensions
     • Java test: http://www.java.com/en/download/help/testvm.xml

• difficulties to download the latest version of flash

  difficulties to download the latest version of flash

  RondaVU wrote:

  When I try to install it, it won't, said manual, does not work either.

  Not sure what you mean; have you tried offline installers of http://helpx.adobe.com/content/help/en/flash-player/kb/installation-problems-flash-player-Windows.html #main - pars_header ?

  If it still does not respond, you can post the contents of the FlashInstall.log file in C:\Windows\system32\Macromed\Flash and C:\Windows\syswow64\Macromed\Flash

• Why do not upgrade Add-ons to work on the latest version of Firefox?

  Have all these add-ons does not make much sense if you get a "not compatible with the latest version of Firefox. Of course, I bought an s4 to run the older versions. Firefox seems to have the mentality google alittle on themselves. Without the Add - ons Firefox is just another search engine. Please make it compatible.

  Modules are upgraded by the creator. It is their responsibility to keep their app/add-on up-to-date and functional with the current Firefox browser.

• I just downloaded the latest version of firefox, and apparently it was supposed to replace my old version, why can I still access the old version of my icon in the dock.

  I'm using mac os x version 10.7.4 and I try to update Firefox 3.5.5 version to the latest version. The Firefox icon in my doc still persists and leads me to the old version of Firefox. If it's supposed to happen?

  Some Firefox problems can be solved by performing a clean reinstall. This means that you remove Firefox program files, and then reinstall Firefox. Please follow these steps:

  Note: You can print these steps or consult them in another browser.

  1. Download the latest version of Firefox from http://www.mozilla.org office and save the installer to your computer.
  2. Once the download is complete, close all Firefox Windows (click on quit in the file menu or Firefox).
  3. Remove the Firefox installation folder, which is located in one of these locations, by default:
     • Windows:
       • C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox
       • C:\Program Files (x 86) \Mozilla Firefox
     • Mac: Delete Firefox in the Applications folder.
     • Linux: If you have installed Firefox with the distribution-based package manager, you must use the same way to uninstall: see Install Firefox on Linux. If you have downloaded and installed the binary package from the Firefox download page, simply remove the folder firefox in your home directory.
  4. Now, go ahead and reinstall Firefox:
     1. Double-click on the downloaded Setup file and go through the steps in the installation wizard.
     2. Once the wizard is completed, click to open Firefox directly after clicking the Finish button.

  Please report back to see if this helped you!

• Upgrade to the latest version of Firefox would cost me about $2,500 then why am I crazy?

  I have a Mac G5 with OS 11.4.11. In order for me to upgrade to the latest version of Firefox, I have to install a new system. If I install a new system, I need to install new programs. Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, GoLive and other CS programs, PowerPoint, QuarkXpress, and many others. I can't afford to upgrade. I like good Firefox but what I am, I'm supposed to do?

  Firefox 4 and later requires a Mac with a processor Intel and OS X 10.6 (16 Firefox works on OS X 10.5).

  • http://www.Mozilla.org/Firefox/17.0.1/system-requirements/

  For an unofficial ESR of 17.0 Firefox compatible version (TenFourFox) which works on Mac PowerPC with OS X 10.4.11 or OS X 10.5.8, you can consult:

  • http://www.floodgap.com/software/tenfourfox/
  • http://www.MacUpdate.com/app/Mac/37761/tenfourfox
  • http://code.Google.com/p/tenfourfox/wiki/ReleaseNotes170
  • http://code.Google.com/p/tenfourfox/wiki/PluginsNoLongerSupported
  • http://code.Google.com/p/tenfourfox/wiki/QuickTimeEnabler
  • http://code.Google.com/p/tenfourfox/wiki/AAATheFAQ

• Why my computer will not be updated to the latest version of firefox?

  I have windows XP on my computer. To access some sites I get a message saying that I need the latest version of windows, I download and install... or so I thought pop.
  Everything seems as it should and I get no error messages or signs that something went wrong. Yet when I then re - visit Web sites (i.e. Deviant art) he declares again I don't have the latest version of firefox. I contacted the site deviant art, which has confirmed that my browser is showing that Firefox 3.5.3.

  Your string UserAgent in Firefox is marred by another program you have installed.
  
  http://en.Wikipedia.org/wiki/USER_AGENT

  type of topic: config in the URL bar and press ENTER.
  
  If you see the warning, you can confirm that you want to access this page.
  
  Filter = general.useragent.
  
  Right click the preferences that are "BOLD", a line at a time, select reset.
  
  Then restart Firefox

• Why keep having to update the latest version of firefox, whenever I have a screen.

  I still have to download the latest version of firefox. Every time I do a screen it reads "you are not on the latest version of firefox, update today to get the best of the web".

  Mozilla/5.0 (Windows; U; Windows NT 6.0; en-US; RV:1.9.2.7) Gecko/20100713 Firefox/3.6.7 (.NET CLR 3.5.30729;.) NET4.0c) = not the latest version

  Your string UserAgent in Firefox is marred by another program you have installed.
  http://en.Wikipedia.org/wiki/USER_AGENT

  type of topic: config in the URL bar and press ENTER.
  
  If you see the warning, you can confirm that you want to access this page.
  
  Filter = general.useragent.extra.firefox
  
  Right-click the preference and select reset
  
  Then restart Firefox