Google, Mozilla Extend Firefox Search Deal

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Mozilla and Google have signed a new deal to keep the Internet search giant’s engine as the default search tool in Firefox. The deal, which was announced later on Tuesday, extends the current agreement for at least three more years.

Firefox web browserMozilla deal means Google is still Firefox’s default search engine

We’re pleased to announce that we have negotiated a significant and mutually beneficial revenue agreement with Google,” the Mozilla team said. “This new agreement extends our long-term search relationship with Google for at least three additional years.”

The deal means Google will still be the default home page for Firefox users, and the default search engine. The companies didn’t share any details, although it’s no secret that the two previously shared revenue from search ads. Presumably, the new deal maintains that agreement.

Google’s Senior Vice President of Search Alan Eustace added, “Mozilla has been a valuable partner to Google over the years and we look forward to continuing this great partnership in the years to come.”

Jeff Gamet

Jeff Gamet

Jeff is the Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and co-host of the Apple Context Machine podcast. He is the author of "The Designer's Guide to Mac OS X" from Peachpit Press, and writes for several design-related publications. Jeff has presented at events such as Macworld Expo, the RSA Conference, and the Mac Computer Expo. In all his spare time, he also co-hosts the We Have Communicators podcast, and makes guest appearances on several other podcasts, too. Jeff dreams in HD.

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