Mozilla announced on February 22, 2025, that it would be shutting down its read-it-later app, Pocket. This decision represents the end of an era for the application. Since Mozilla bought it in 2017, the app has become the first step for millions of users to save articles and find fascinating stories. This shutdown is expected to be implemented on July 8, 2025.
Following the closure, Pocket will enter export-only mode where users can still export their saved Pocket content. During the shutdown notice period, Mozilla has advised users to export their articles before October 8, 2025. This encompasses everything from their wish list, saved archive, saved favorites, saved notes, and saved highlights. The company won’t disclose how many users Pocket has. This token does not hide the fact that over the years, it has created a very sticky user base.
In addition to Pocket’s closure, Mozilla announced the discontinuation of Fakespot, another tool designed to help users identify unreliable reviews. This move is indicative of a broader strategy by Mozilla to pivot its efforts with the internet as it changes around them.
“This shift allows us to shape the next era of the internet – with tools like vertical tabs, smart search and more AI-powered features on the way,” – Mozilla.
The corporation underlined that it would produce a browser that is personal and powerful, just like its independence.
“We’ll continue to build a browser that works harder for you: more personal, more powerful and still proudly independent,” – Mozilla.
Since its launch, Pocket has been hugely successful, attracting millions of users who came to depend on it as a place to save articles to read later. As the app prepares to close its doors, Mozilla looks forward to enhancing its core products and services in ways that better meet user needs.
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