Fingerprint extensions in Firefox Android

AntonD

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Good morning can you help me with the best extensions for Firefox on Android for the fingerprint the webgl webrtc and the other components
 
Hello!
Firefox for Android has solid built-in tools and a growing selection of extensions for fighting browser fingerprinting (where sites identify you via unique traits like your hardware, rendering, or network behavior). Key targets include:
  • Canvas (drawing-based fingerprint)
  • WebGL (GPU/graphics fingerprint)
  • WebRTC (IP leaks via peer connections)
  • Other components like audio context, fonts, screen resolution, hardware concurrency, etc.

Firefox's Enhanced Tracking Protection (set to Strict) already blocks many known fingerprinters and third-party trackers by default. You can enable it in Settings > Privacy > Enhanced Tracking Protection > Strict. This is a strong starting point with zero extra installs.

Recommended Extensions (All Confirmed Compatible with Firefox Android)​

These are the most effective, actively available options based on availability in the official Mozilla Add-ons store for Android, user counts, ratings, and specific coverage of the components you mentioned. Install them directly in Firefox for Android by visiting the links (or searching the name in Menu > Add-ons).
  1. uBlock Origin (must-have foundation)
    Blocks ads, trackers, and many fingerprinting scripts. It indirectly helps with canvas/WebGL/WebRTC by stopping the scripts that read those values.
    • Highly recommended as your base layer.
    • Search for it in the add-ons manager (it's one of the most popular).
  2. Canvas Defender (best for canvas fingerprinting)
    Instead of fully blocking canvas (which can itself be a fingerprint signal), it adds unique, persistent random noise to hide your real canvas fingerprint. Works in normal and private mode.
  3. WebGL Fingerprint Defender (best/specific for WebGL)
    Reports a random fake WebGL value (spoofs both constants and rendered images) instead of disabling WebGL entirely (which breaks many sites). Renews the fake fingerprint on every page load/visit.
  4. WebRTC Control (best for WebRTC / IP leak protection)
    Gives you a simple toggle to fully disable or enable WebRTC. Prevents your real IP (and local network details) from leaking even behind a VPN.

Optional All-in-One Alternatives​

If you prefer fewer extensions:

Extra Tips for Maximum Protection​

  • Combine the four main ones above (uBlock Origin + Canvas Defender + WebGL Fingerprint Defender + WebRTC Control) for targeted, low-overhead coverage.
  • Test your setup at or before/after installing.
  • Privacy Badger is another good optional add-on (from EFF) that auto-blocks trackers including some fingerprinting — available on Android.
  • Avoid over-spoofing (e.g., disabling everything) — it can make you stand out more. Noise/randomization (what the defenders do) is usually better.
  • Firefox Android doesn't support every desktop extension, so stick to ones listed under the /android/ section of addons.mozilla.org.

This combo gives you strong, targeted protection against the exact components you asked about without breaking most sites. Start with the built-in Strict mode + uBlock Origin, then add the three specific defenders — you'll see a big improvement on fingerprint test sites. Let me know if you want install steps or help testing!
 
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