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Here's how to Fix Firefox is being updated by another instance.

Here are some steps you can take to fix the error message "Firefox is being updated by another instance":

1. **Close all instances of Firefox.** Make sure that no other instances of Firefox are running in the background. You can do this by checking the Task Manager and ending any processes that are related to Firefox.
2. **Restart your computer.** Sometimes, a simple restart can fix the issue.
3. **Disable your antivirus software.** Sometimes, antivirus software can interfere with Firefox updates. Try disabling your antivirus software and see if that fixes the problem.
4. **Reinstall Firefox.** If all else fails, you can try reinstalling Firefox. This will remove any corrupted or outdated files that may be causing the problem.

Here are some additional tips that may help you fix the problem:

* **Check for updates.** Make sure that you have the latest version of Firefox installed. You can check for updates by going to **Help** - **About Firefox**.
* **Use the Firefox troubleshooter.** The Firefox troubleshooter can help you identify and fix problems with Firefox. You can access the troubleshooter by going to **Help** - **Troubleshoot Firefox**.
* **Contact Mozilla support.** If you have tried all of the above and you are still having problems, you can contact Mozilla support for help. They will be able to investigate the issue and provide you with more information.

i. Here are the steps on how to create a new Firefox profile:

1. Open Firefox.
2. Click on the **Menu** button (three horizontal lines) in the top right corner of the window.
3. Select **Help** **Open Profile Manager**.
4. In the **Profile Manager** window, click on the **Create Profile** button.
5. In the **Create Profile** dialog box, enter a name for your new profile.
6. Click on the **Create Profile** button.
7. Firefox will create a new profile and open it.

You can now start using your new profile. Your new profile will have its own set of bookmarks, passwords, and settings.

Here are some additional tips for creating a new Firefox profile:

* **Choose a descriptive name for your profile.** This will help you identify your profile later.
* **If you want to keep your new profile separate from your old profile, you can choose a different location for it.** To do this, click on the **Choose Folder** button in the **Create Profile** dialog box and select a different location.
* **If you want to import bookmarks, passwords, and other settings from your old profile, you can do so in the **Create Profile** dialog box.** To do this, click on the **Import Data** button and select the items you want to import.

Once you have created your new profile, you can start using it. Your new profile will have its own set of bookmarks, passwords, and settings.