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How do I stop Firefox from opening each time I turn on my computer?

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When I turn on my computer Firefox automatically opens up. I want to stop this. How do i stop this from happening? This is a new thing.

When I turn on my computer Firefox automatically opens up. I want to stop this. How do i stop this from happening? This is a new thing.

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Hello barrythelamb, see if the next is helpful : https://support.mozilla.org/questions/757110#answer-108749


thank you

(removed the locale reference in the link - c)

Modified by cor-el

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See also:

  • Control-click on the Firefox Dock icon and uncheck 'Open at Login'
  • Click Accounts (in the System row of the System Preferences window)
    • Click the Login Items tab
    • Click on Firefox in the list
    • Click the Minus (-) button