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Firefox 55.0.3 automatically updates to 56.0 even after I have disabled automatic update.

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I specifically need Firefox 55.0.3 in order for Firebug 2.0.13 and Firepath 0.9.7.1.1 to work properly.

So, I have : - selected "Never check for updates (not recommended: security risk)" option - unchecked "Use a background service to install updates"

Inspite of this, I'm seeing that Firefox gets automatically updated to 56.0 Please fix/advise.

I specifically need Firefox 55.0.3 in order for Firebug 2.0.13 and Firepath 0.9.7.1.1 to work properly. So, I have : - selected "Never check for updates (not recommended: security risk)" option - unchecked "Use a background service to install updates" Inspite of this, I'm seeing that Firefox gets automatically updated to 56.0 Please fix/advise.

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It will continue to. It is forced updated. Nothing Volunteer Support can do. To submit suggestions for new or changed features, may I suggest: Feedback: https://qsurvey.mozilla.com/s3/FirefoxInput/

See if this will suit you. It does get many updates as is always a beta It does have a compatibility mode so can run 2 at once. https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/developer/

Please let us know if this solved your issue or if need further assistance.

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First, Type about:preferences#advanced<enter> in the address bar. Under Advanced, Select Update.

[v56+] Type about:preferences#general<enter> in the address bar. Select Update.

Select Never Check For Updates.

Also turn off Use a background service to install updates


Install Older Version Of Firefox {web link} Be sure to read everything here.

If you still want to downgrade, look under; I still want to downgrade. Click the Directory of other versions and languages link. Look for the directory of the version that you want. But, remember that old versions may have security issues.

You should also check out Firefox; Extended Support Release {web link} ESR Notes System Requirements