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Extensions customize and add functionalities to Firefox. Add the Firefox Relay extension to generate a mask when you register on websites.

An extension is a type of software add-on that customizes and adds functionalities to your browser. To learn more about extensions for Firefox, see [[Find and install add-ons to add features to Firefox]]. This article will help you install the [https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/private-relay/ Relay extension for Firefox]. __TOC__ =Why use a mask?= With an email mask, you can get a temporary and disposable email address that lets you register for websites or newsletters without exposing your personal information. It covers up your original email address to protect it from abuse, helping you keep your identity and your inbox safe from unwanted emails, scams, and data leaks. A masked email address cannot be traced back to the real address, making it a great option for when you sign up for something online or share your contact information with someone you don’t fully trust. =What does the extension do?= The Relay extension helps you automatically generate a mask when registering on a website by clicking the Relay icon that will appear in the email address field. Without the extension, you must go to your dashboard to generate your mask and copy and paste it manually. =Download and install the Relay extension= #Visit the [https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/private-relay/ Firefox Relay extension page]. #Click the {button Add to Firefox} button. #;[[Image:Install Relay extension 1|width=700]] #Click {button Add} in the extension installation panel. #;[[Image:Install Relay extension 2|width=400]] #A success message will appear when the extension is properly installed. Click {button Okay} to move forward. #;[[Image:Install Relay extension 3|width=400]] #You will be redirected to the Relay home page where you can sign in or register. #;[[Image:Install Relay extension 4|width=700]] #Once you sign in with your [[Access Mozilla services with a Mozilla account|Mozilla account]], you will be taken to the Relay dashboard, where you will be able to manage all your masks. #;[[Image:Install Relay extension 5|width=700]] After completing the installation, the Relay icon will appear in the add-ons tray and email fields. Click the icon in the email field to [[Create an email mask through Firefox Relay|generate a new mask]], or click the icon in the add-on tray to select from a list of [[Firefox Relay - How to reuse email masks|suggested masks]]. {note} '''Note:''' If the icon is not showing, right-click on the email field and hover over Relay in the menu that appears to generate or [[Firefox Relay - How to reuse masks|reuse]] a mask. ;[[Image:Create mask 2|width=500]] {/note} To learn more about how to use Relay, see [[Create an email mask through Firefox Relay]]. =Related content= *[[Firefox Relay - How to reuse email masks]] *[[Mask your phone number with Relay Phone Masking]]