Important content blocked on some websites, how can I fix this?

Zelenius · 18th November 2012, 01:09 PM

I use Linux Mint 11 Katya and Firefox 16.0.2 is my browser.

For some reason, some content doesn't load or is hidden on certain websites. For instance, that new Google feature that shows the 6 websites you use the most when you first visit the site doesn't work right; instead, I get 6 blank rectangles where the websites should be showing. Clicking on them does nothing.

Even worse, in Wordpress, the screen that has the menu bar with "reader", "notifications", "stats", "my blog" and the settings doesn't work at all either. Underneath the menu bar, I get a blank white rectangle where all the content is supposed to be shown(I am new to Wordpress, so this is how it has always been). I can still blog, but I have so many limitations. I never get error messages.

What makes this especially annoying is that Firefox works perfectly on my roommate's user account on the same PC. And he knows a lot less about computers than I do. He's as shocked as I am. Wordpress works perfectly on his account, and so does Google.

I've already started Firefox in safe mode. This does nothing to fix the problem. I've already turned off all the add-ons and extensions and turned off page-tweak and ad-blocker. This also does nothing. I've looked and looked at my roommate's Firefox settings to see if anything is different, but all the settings are identical. I very rarely use a proxy server.

What is the most likely cause? How can I fix this?

fuelair · 18th November 2012, 10:03 PM

I am bumping just hoping this will come to the attention of someone who can help you - unfortunately I am not that person - but I hope you find what you need quickly!!!

Wudang · 18th November 2012, 11:27 PM

Guessing : the linux FF has "do not track" turned on
or has Ghostery or another LSO-blocker.
Firefox - Privacy -> History would be the key setting,
I think there's a general internet history setting in Mint separate from firefox's but I don't have Mint installed anywhere just now.

Zelenius · 19th November 2012, 02:31 PM

Originally Posted by Wudang

Guessing : the linux FF has "do not track" turned on
or has Ghostery or another LSO-blocker.
Firefox - Privacy -> History would be the key setting,
I think there's a general internet history setting in Mint separate from firefox's but I don't have Mint installed anywhere just now.

I turned off "do not track" and I still have the same problem. I also do not have Ghostery.

Luckily I have no problems with the Jref site or Youtube.

Zelenius · 19th November 2012, 02:42 PM

Screen-shot of Firefox applications:
Screenshot-5.jpg

Lots of strange programs here.

Zelenius · 19th November 2012, 02:49 PM

Originally Posted by fuelair

I am bumping just hoping this will come to the attention of someone who can help you - unfortunately I am not that person - but I hope you find what you need quickly!!!

Thanks, I appreciate it!

Zelenius · 19th November 2012, 05:28 PM

Here is what happens with Wordpress:Screenshot-10.jpg
It just stays blank. Nothing ever loads. There's no indication anything is trying and failing to load.

And this is what happens with Google: Screenshot-800.jpg
It's the same story.

odeed · 19th November 2012, 09:56 PM

The only thing I can suggest is clean the web cache/cookies in Firefox options.

If the above does not work then try renaming the hidden Firefox folder (named /.firefox or /.mozilla I think) in your profile directory, then firefox should create a new folder with default settings next time you start it. If the pages work just copy over bookmark files and install the extensions.

The Norseman · 19th November 2012, 11:38 PM

Try what odeed said first; another though is you might also install Opera as a test for your user account to isolate FF as the possible source of the problem.

18th November 2012, 01:09 PM	#1
Zelenius Muse Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East coast, U.S Posts: 617	Important content blocked on some websites, how can I fix this? I use Linux Mint 11 Katya and Firefox 16.0.2 is my browser. For some reason, some content doesn't load or is hidden on certain websites. For instance, that new Google feature that shows the 6 websites you use the most when you first visit the site doesn't work right; instead, I get 6 blank rectangles where the websites should be showing. Clicking on them does nothing. Even worse, in Wordpress, the screen that has the menu bar with "reader", "notifications", "stats", "my blog" and the settings doesn't work at all either. Underneath the menu bar, I get a blank white rectangle where all the content is supposed to be shown(I am new to Wordpress, so this is how it has always been). I can still blog, but I have so many limitations. I never get error messages. What makes this especially annoying is that Firefox works perfectly on my roommate's user account on the same PC. And he knows a lot less about computers than I do. He's as shocked as I am. Wordpress works perfectly on his account, and so does Google. I've already started Firefox in safe mode. This does nothing to fix the problem. I've already turned off all the add-ons and extensions and turned off page-tweak and ad-blocker. This also does nothing. I've looked and looked at my roommate's Firefox settings to see if anything is different, but all the settings are identical. I very rarely use a proxy server. What is the most likely cause? How can I fix this?

18th November 2012, 10:03 PM	#2
fuelair Cythraul Enfys Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 28,900	I am bumping just hoping this will come to the attention of someone who can help you - unfortunately I am not that person - but I hope you find what you need quickly!!!
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18th November 2012, 11:27 PM	#3
Wudang BOFH Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Sheffield Posts: 8,242	Guessing : the linux FF has "do not track" turned on or has Ghostery or another LSO-blocker. Firefox - Privacy -> History would be the key setting, I think there's a general internet history setting in Mint separate from firefox's but I don't have Mint installed anywhere just now.
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19th November 2012, 02:31 PM	#4
Zelenius Muse Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East coast, U.S Posts: 617	Originally Posted by Wudang Guessing : the linux FF has "do not track" turned on or has Ghostery or another LSO-blocker. Firefox - Privacy -> History would be the key setting, I think there's a general internet history setting in Mint separate from firefox's but I don't have Mint installed anywhere just now. I turned off "do not track" and I still have the same problem. I also do not have Ghostery. Luckily I have no problems with the Jref site or Youtube.
	Last edited by Zelenius; 19th November 2012 at 02:47 PM.

19th November 2012, 02:42 PM	#5
Zelenius Muse Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East coast, U.S Posts: 617	Screen-shot of Firefox applications: Screenshot-5.jpg Lots of strange programs here.
	Last edited by Zelenius; 19th November 2012 at 02:47 PM.

19th November 2012, 02:49 PM	#6
Zelenius Muse Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East coast, U.S Posts: 617	Originally Posted by fuelair I am bumping just hoping this will come to the attention of someone who can help you - unfortunately I am not that person - but I hope you find what you need quickly!!! Thanks, I appreciate it!

19th November 2012, 05:28 PM	#7
Zelenius Muse Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East coast, U.S Posts: 617	Here is what happens with Wordpress:Screenshot-10.jpg It just stays blank. Nothing ever loads. There's no indication anything is trying and failing to load. And this is what happens with Google: Screenshot-800.jpg It's the same story.
	Last edited by Zelenius; 19th November 2012 at 05:31 PM.

19th November 2012, 09:56 PM	#8
odeed Critical Thinker Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 358	The only thing I can suggest is clean the web cache/cookies in Firefox options. If the above does not work then try renaming the hidden Firefox folder (named /.firefox or /.mozilla I think) in your profile directory, then firefox should create a new folder with default settings next time you start it. If the pages work just copy over bookmark files and install the extensions.
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19th November 2012, 11:38 PM	#9
The Norseman I Void Warranties Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: The Treasure Valley Posts: 3,236	Try what odeed said first; another though is you might also install Opera as a test for your user account to isolate FF as the possible source of the problem.
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