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How to set up Surfshark browser extension on Firefox

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This guide will walk you through installing and using the Surfshark VPN extension for the Firefox browser.

To get started, you will need an active Surfshark subscription and the Firefox browser installed.
 

 

Install the Surfshark extension
 

  1. Add the Surfshark VPN extension to your browser. You can find it by searching on the Firefox add-on store or by clicking the download link on Surfshark's website.
  2. Click Add to Firefox:


     
  3. A pop-up window will ask you to confirm the installation. Click Add:\


     
  4. For quick access, we recommend pinning the Surfshark extension to your toolbar. To do this, click the puzzle piece icon (Extensions) in the top-right corner of your browser. Then click the cogwheel icon next to Surfshark and click the pin:


     

 

Log in to the extension

  1. Click the Surfshark icon in your browser's toolbar.
  2. Choose your preferred method to sign in and follow the on-screen prompts:


     

If you need further instructions, we have an in-depth Surfshark login guide.

 

Connect to Surfshark VPN

After logging in, you will see the Surfshark extension's main dashboard. From here, you have several ways to establish a connection.

 

Connection options

  • Quick-connect. Click the Quick-connect button. This will automatically connect you to the best-performing server:


     
  • Choose a specific location. Find your preferred country by using the search bar or scrolling through the list. Click the location name to connect:


     
  • Static IP. Connect with a fixed IP address:



     
  • Dedicated IP. If you have a Dedicated IP address, navigate to the Dedicated IP section and click on your IP to establish a connection:



    Alternatively, you can navigate to the Dedicated IP tab and connect to the Dedicated IP from there:



    If you don't have a Dedicated IP yet, you can purchase one by navigating to the Dedicated IP section and clicking get dedicated IP. For a complete walkthrough of the process, please see our guide on how to purchase a Dedicated IP:


     

Once a connection is active, the status will change to Connected:


 

Ensure the connection is successful

We always recommend checking if Surfshark VPN is working after setting it up for the first time. You can easily do it by performing Surfshark IP leak test and a DNS leak test. For your convenience, both are available on our website.

 

Disconnecting or pausing

You can disconnect by clicking the disconnect button:



Alternatively, you can also click on pause to temporarily pause the VPN connection:

 

Manage Surfshark browser extension features and settings

Here's how to manage Surfshark browser extension's server locations and settings.

 

Manage server locations

  • Click the star icon next to any location to add it to your Favorites. This places it at the top of the list for quick access:

Configure settings

Click on the cog icon to access Settings:



VPN settings

  • Configure which country you connect to when you press Quick-connect:


     
  • Enable the Auto-connect feature to connect automatically every time you start your browser:


 

  • Enable Geo-spoofing to hide your real location from all websites, even if you have given them permission:


     
  • Toggle the WebRTC feature, which prevents websites from using WebRTC to discover your IP and location:

 

CleanWeb settings

Activate Ad blocker, language-specific blocker and Cookie pop-up blocker to enjoy a cleaner, less interrupted browsing experience.


My account 

Access and manage your subscription details and security settings. From here, you can:

  • Enter a login code from another device.
  • Change your account password.
  • View linked accounts.
  • View your current subscription plan.

 

App settings 

Customize the extension's behavior and appearance. This section allows you to:

  • Change the display language.
  • Switch between Light and Dark mode.

 

Bypass list 

Gives you precise control over your connection. You can specify websites that should ignore the VPN connection or be exempt from CleanWeb's ad-blocking rules:



 

Get help 

Find support and access Surfshark's Terms of Service.

 

Refer and earn

Discover how to get free months of service by inviting friends to join Surfshark through our referral program.




 

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