The fastest way to move Chrome bookmarks

Chrome stores your bookmarks in a file you can export, then import into another browser or computer. The process takes about five minutes: export your bookmarks as an HTML file from Chrome, then import that file into your new browser. Both Chrome and most other browsers (Firefox, Edge, Safari) read the same bookmark format, so the bookmarks transfer without reformatting.

If you are moving to another Chrome profile or computer, you can also sync your bookmarks through your Google account instead of exporting manually. Syncing is automatic once you sign in, but exporting gives you a backup file you control.

Key Takeaways

  • Export bookmarks from Chrome by opening the bookmark manager, clicking the three-dot menu, and selecting "Export bookmarks" — this creates an HTML file you download to your computer.
  • Import bookmarks into another browser by opening its bookmark settings, finding the import option, and selecting the HTML file you exported from Chrome.
  • Syncing through your Google account moves bookmarks automatically across Chrome profiles and devices, but requires signing in to Chrome.
  • The HTML export file is a backup you can keep and re-import later if you switch browsers again.

Export bookmarks from Chrome on Windows or Mac

Open Chrome and press Ctrl + Shift + B (Windows) or Command + Shift + B (Mac) to show the bookmark bar at the top of the window. Click the folder icon on the far right of the bookmark bar — this opens the bookmark manager.

In the bookmark manager, click the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner. Select "Export bookmarks" from the dropdown. Chrome will open a save dialog. Choose where you want to save the file (your Desktop or Documents folder works well) and click "Save". The file will be named "bookmarks_[date].html".

Import bookmarks into Firefox

Open Firefox and click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right corner. Select "Bookmarks", then "Manage Bookmarks". In the bookmark manager window that opens, click the three-dot menu at the top right and select "Import and Backup", then "Import Bookmarks from HTML".

A file browser will open. Navigate to the HTML file you exported from Chrome and click "Open". Firefox will import all your bookmarks into a new folder called "Imported" in your bookmarks menu. You can move individual bookmarks or the entire folder to your main bookmarks bar if you prefer.

Import bookmarks into Microsoft Edge

Open Edge and click the three-dot menu in the top right corner. Select "Bookmarks", then "Manage bookmarks". In the bookmark manager, click the three-dot menu again and select "Import bookmarks and settings".

A window will open asking what you want to import from. Select "Bookmarks HTML file" from the dropdown menu. Click "Choose file", navigate to your exported Chrome bookmarks HTML file, and click "Open". Edge will import all bookmarks into a new folder called "Imported from HTML file".

Import bookmarks into Safari on Mac

Open Safari and click "File" in the menu bar at the top of the screen. Select "Import From" and then "Bookmarks HTML File". A file browser will open. Navigate to your exported Chrome bookmarks file and click "Import".

Safari will add all your bookmarks to a new folder in your bookmarks menu. You can rename this folder or move individual bookmarks to your main bookmarks bar using Safari's bookmark editor (accessible through "Bookmarks" > "Edit Bookmarks" in the menu bar).

Sync bookmarks across Chrome devices with your Google account

If you are moving to another computer or Chrome profile but staying in Chrome, you can sync bookmarks automatically instead of exporting. Open Chrome and click your profile picture in the top right corner. Select "Sign in to Chrome" and enter your Google account email and password.

Once you are signed in, Chrome will automatically sync your bookmarks, history, passwords, and other settings across all devices where you use that Google account. This happens in the background — you do not need to do anything else. If you sign in to Chrome on a new computer with the same Google account, your bookmarks will appear automatically within a few minutes.

Keep your exported bookmarks file as a backup

The HTML file you export from Chrome is a permanent backup. Store it somewhere safe — your Documents folder, a cloud storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox, or an external hard drive. If you ever switch browsers again or lose your bookmarks, you can import this file into any browser that supports HTML bookmarks.

You can also export your bookmarks multiple times and keep several versions with different dates in the filename. This way, if you add bookmarks later and want to recover an older set, you have a record of what you had at different points in time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my bookmark folders and organization transfer over?

Yes. The HTML export includes all your folder structure, nested folders, and the order of your bookmarks. When you import into another browser, everything appears in the same organization you had in Chrome. Some browsers may place the imported bookmarks in a separate folder initially, but you can move them to match your original setup.

Can I move bookmarks to my phone?

Chrome on Android and iPhone syncs bookmarks through your Google account automatically — sign in to Chrome on your phone and your bookmarks appear. For other browsers on mobile, check whether that browser supports syncing. If not, you would need to manually recreate bookmarks or use the browser's own sync feature if it has one.

What if I only want to move some bookmarks, not all of them?

Export all bookmarks first, then import them into the new browser. Once imported, you can delete the bookmarks you do not want to keep. Alternatively, you can manually recreate just the bookmarks you need by opening each website in your new browser and using its bookmark button to save them.

Will passwords and autofill data move with my bookmarks?

No. The HTML export file contains only bookmarks and folder structure. Passwords, autofill information, and browsing history are stored separately and do not transfer through bookmark export. If you are switching browsers, you will need to set up passwords and autofill in the new browser, or use your browser's dedicated import tool if it offers one.

Can I import bookmarks from other browsers into Chrome?

Yes. Open Chrome and click the three-dot menu in the top right. Select "Bookmarks", then "Import bookmarks and settings". Choose the browser you are importing from (Firefox, Edge, Safari, or others) and click "Import". Chrome will pull bookmarks from that browser's data on your computer.