You can import bookmarks and settings into Google Chrome to quickly transfer your browsing data from another browser or a saved file.
To begin, open Chrome on your computer. Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner, then go to Bookmarks and select Import bookmarks and settings.
A window will appear where you can choose the source of your data. Chrome allows you to import from browsers such as Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Internet Explorer. Select the browser you want to import from.
Next, choose what you want to import. Options usually include browsing history, bookmarks, saved passwords, and autofill data. After selecting your preferences, click Import. Chrome will transfer the data automatically.
If you have a bookmarks file (HTML format), you can import it by selecting Bookmarks HTML file instead of a browser. Then locate the file on your computer and upload it. Chrome will add the bookmarks to your bookmarks bar or a separate folder.
After the process completes, you can access your imported bookmarks from the bookmarks bar or the bookmarks manager. You can also organize them into folders for easier access.
You can switch browsers without losing your settings and bookmarks for your favourite websites. Depending on the browser, your settings can include the following info:
- Browsing history
- Default homepage
- Bookmarks
- Default search engines
- Saved passwords
Add bookmarks to Chrome
To import bookmarks from most browsers, like Firefox or Safari, follow that browser's instructions to save or export bookmarks as an HTML file, then:
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- At the top right, select More
Bookmarks and lists
- Select Choose file.
- Choose a file and select Open
Tip: You can import passwords from other apps with Google Password Manager on Chrome. Learn how to import passwords with Chrome.
On a Chromebook
Important:
- If you haven't created any bookmarks in Chrome, the bookmarks appear in the bookmarks bar.
- If you already have bookmarks in Chrome, the bookmarks are in a new folder labelled 'Imported'.
- Open Chrome.
- At the top right, select More
- At the top left, click Organise.
- From the drop-down menu, select Import Bookmarks from HTML file.
- Upload the saved HTML.
Open your bookmarks
- At the top right, select More
- If you already had bookmarks in Chrome, find a new folder named 'Other bookmarks'.
Tip: You can also reorder, edit and delete your bookmarks in the side panel.
How bookmarks are imported
If you didn't have any bookmarks in Chrome, the imported bookmarks appear in the bookmarks bar.
If you already have bookmarks in Chrome, the imported bookmarks are added to the 'Other bookmarks' folder at the end of the bookmarks bar.
Learn more about the bookmarks bar.
Move or export bookmarks to another browser
If you decide to use a different browser, you can take your Chrome bookmarks with you.
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- At the top right, select More
- At the top, select More
Chrome exports your bookmarks as an HTML file. Use this file to import your bookmarks into another browser.
Related resources
- Get your bookmarks, passwords and more on all your devices
- Manage Chrome side panel
- Read pages later and offline
If you are signed in to Chrome, your imported data can sync across all your devices. This ensures consistency whether you are using Chrome at home, work, or on mobile.
In summary, importing bookmarks and settings in Chrome is a quick way to move your browsing data from another browser or backup file, helping you continue your browsing without starting from scratch.
