Mozilla50

Mozilla50 is a conceptual open-source web platform and browser project developed by the Mozilla Foundation. The project envisions a modular, privacy-centric browser engine and a development platform for web applications that extends beyond the Firefox lineage. Mozilla50 emphasizes user control, low telemetry, and extensibility through a modular add-on framework and web platform tools.

Development and scope: The project is described as community-driven, with source code released under an open-source license and hosted on public repositories. Initial design goals include strong isolation between sites, a memory-safe runtime, standards compatibility, and a flexible plugin system.

Architecture and features: Core components include a multi-process browser architecture, a Rust-based core, and a modular rendering engine designed to support current web standards. It includes a WebAssembly runtime, an integrated developer toolbox, and an Addon Modules framework that allows third-party modules to integrate with minimal core changes. Privacy features include enhanced tracking protection, configurable data controls, and transparency dashboards.

Status and reception: As of the latest project updates, Mozilla50 remains in early development with ongoing contributions from volunteers and Mozilla staff. There is no published release date. In the community, opinions range from optimism about privacy-centric performance and extensibility to concerns about ecosystem maturity and compatibility with existing web applications.

See also: Mozilla Foundation; Mozilla Firefox; WebAssembly; Servo.