Waterfox Release 6.6.13 removes Startpage as default search provider
Waterfox release 6.6.13, announced on May 21, 2026, removes Startpage as the default search provider. The change means that new installations and upgrades will no longer have Startpage set as the default; users who prefer Startpage must manually select it from the available search engine options. The release notes do not specify the new default provider, but the move reflects ongoing shifts in search partnerships. This update is available immediately for download from the Waterfox website.
// why it matters
Developers relying on Startpage for privacy-focused searches in Waterfox must manually reconfigure settings.