Social API

The Social API is a new API to make it easier for web browsers to integrate with social media services. Once a social service provider is implemented for Firefox, it becomes possible for the browser to display in-chrome user controls and information related to that service. The following articles explain how to implement a social service provider.

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Social API documentation

Social API glossary: Provides definitions of key terms you'll need to understand when using the Social API.
Social API and social service guide: An introduction and guide to the Social API and the associated services.
Social service manifest: A description of—and guide to building—the manifest required
Social service worker API reference: A reference to the social service worker API.
Social service content API: MozSocial: A reference to the social service content API, which is provided by the navigator.MozSocial object.
Social service widgets: A guide to the widgets provided by the social service.