Browsers like Firefox and Google Chrome run Flash in sandbox mode as a opposed to an extension. Safari on macOS Sierra disables Flash by default and requires you to actively enable that option if you want to use it. In fact, Adobe even announced that by December 31st, 2021, they will be ending all official support for Flash.Īs a result, many popular browsers even disable Flash by default.
It seems as Adobe will be taking a back seat going forward. It provides similar functionality as Flash, but without the added security vulnerabilities. And now HTML5 is essentially stepping up and leading the way as the top alternative source. New alternatives were pushed all in the name of improved security for users. And because of that, trust and reliability of the Flash Player has also been affected. Why? Being a relatively old software, Adobe Flash Player has become more vulnerable to attacks such as hackers and viruses. Now although being one of the longest-standing and popular Flash Player plug-ins, it’s popularity has dwindled over the years.
The plug-in allows users to consume video, ads, games and other interactive media content online in a seamless way. The Current Status of Adobe Flash Player Plug-Inįor decades, Adobe Flash Player has been one of the most commonly used plug-ins on web browsers.
