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I was prompted to download latest version of firefox and i selected restart later..I do not want to download this version..can you cancel it for me?

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The last time I downloaded the latest version of firefox all of my bookmarks were deleted. I do not want to download latest version--please help

The last time I downloaded the latest version of firefox all of my bookmarks were deleted. I do not want to download latest version--please help

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No, you keep your personal data when you update Firefox.

Firefox stored personal data in the profile folder.

If you are concerned then make sure to backup your personal data regularly.


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Firefox 40.0.3 has been released, so you should update.

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If I download the new version will my bookmarks be deleted?

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No, you keep your personal data when you update Firefox.

Firefox stored personal data in the profile folder.

If you are concerned then make sure to backup your personal data regularly.


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Thank you very much cor-el!!