Mozilla is working to expand the Firefox Relay service, which generates temporary email addresses for signing up on websites or subscribing to services, so that users do not have to reveal their real address. Currently, a feature is under review that implements similar functionality for phone numbers. Firefox Relay will allow users to generate temporary phone numbers to hide their real number when registering or receiving SMS notifications.
Calls and SMS sent to the created virtual number will automatically be forwarded to the user's real number, keeping it hidden from outsiders. If needed, users can deactivate the virtual number and stop receiving calls and SMS through it. Similar to email addresses, the service can also be used to identify the source of information leaks. For instance, users can associate individual virtual numbers with different registrations, allowing them to understand who the source of spam SMS or telemarketing calls is.
Additionally, there are plans to integrate Firefox Relay support into the main Firefox browser. Previously, generating and substituting addresses required a special add-on, but now the browser will automatically suggest replacements in email input fields when a user connects to their Firefox Account. The integration of Firefox Relay into Firefox is scheduled for September 27.
The addition of phone number substitution to Firefox Relay is expected on October 11, initially available only to users in the US and Canada. The service will be paid, but its cost has not yet been determined. The basic service for redirecting 5 email addresses is free, while the price for the premium version of Firefox Relay for email redirection (unlimited number of addresses, tracker removal, ability to use your own) after September 27 will be $1.99 per month or $12 per year (until September 27, a promotional period was in effect with a price of $0.99 per month). domain) The code for Firefox Relay is open under the MPL-2.0 license and can be used to create a similar service on one's own equipment.
Source: opennet.ru
