How to Export iPad Safari Bookmarks

When you use your Apple ID on your iPad, iPhone, and Mac computer you make it much easier to share information between all of those devices.

One type of information that is shared is the bookmarks that you save in Safari.

Our guide below will show you how you can use the Safari browser on your Mac computer to export the bookmarks from your iPad to your Mac.

How to Export Browser Bookmarks from an iPad

  • Confirm that you are signed into iCloud and your Apple ID on your iPad.
  • Go to Settings > Apple ID > iCloud and make sure that Safari is checked.
  • Select the Apple icon at the top of the screen > System Preferences > Apple ID > iCloud and make sure the Safari option is checked.
  • Open the Mac Safari Web browser.
  • Click File , then Export Bookmarks .
  • Give the file a name and click Save .

Our guide continues below with additional information on how to export iPad Safari bookmarks, including pictures of these steps.

Related: Visit this page about Chrome bookmarks location if you use Google’s browser and would like to save or back up your bookmark file.

Do you find that you are doing more and more Web surfing on your iPad?

You are definitely not alone, as an increasing number of people are finding that the ease of using an iPad for normal Web browsing is far more convenient than getting out a laptop computer and waiting for it to boot up.

As a matter of fact, I find that I use my iPad more frequently than my laptop, and tend to only use my laptop if I need to specifically use a powerful program on the computer, like Photoshop, or if I have to do a lot of typing.

But my increase in iPad Web browsing has led to the majority of my bookmarks being located on the iPad, which can make it inconvenient to find that bookmark later on my computer.

You can rectify this problem by using iCloud to export bookmarks from your iPad to your computer.

Check out our how do I delete favorites in Safari article if you would like ot learn more about managing the favorites in the Safari Web browser on your MacBook.

How to Export Safari Bookmarks from iPad (Guide with Pictures)

The first thing you need to do is configure iCloud on your iPad. You can do this by tapping the Settings icon on your iPad. Note that this process is also a good way for you to learn how to backup your iPad Safari bookmarks .

Tap the iCloud option at the left side of the window, type your Apple ID and password into the fields at the center of the window, then tap the Sign In button. You will receive a few notifications about merging contacts and uploading some data to iCloud, so choose the options that you would like to use.

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Tap the Bookmarks button so that it says On .

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You are now done configuring your iPad to share the bookmarks from your Safari browser. The next step is to get iCloud on your PC and configure that to store your iPad Safari bookmarks.

How to Transfer Bookmarks from iPad to PC

While it would seem like you could control iCloud from iTunes, that is not the case. You actually need to download an extra program to your Windows PC called the iCloud Control Panel. Fortunately this program is available for free, and you can download it at Apple’s website from this link .

Click the Download button at the right side of the window, then save the file to your computer.

Double-click the downloaded file, then follow the instructions until the installation process has completed.

Once the iCloud Control Panel has been installed, you can click the Start button at the bottom-left corner of your screen, then click the Control Panel button at the right side of the menu.

Click the drop-down menu at the top-right corner of the window, click the Small icons option, then click the iCloud option. Take note of this location, as you may be inclined to look for the program in the All Programs menu.

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Type your Apple ID and password into their respective fields at the center of the window (these need to be the same values that you used when you set up iCloud on your iPad) then click the Sign In button at the bottom of the window.

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Check the box to the left of Bookmarks , then click the Merge button to merge the bookmarks on your computer with the bookmarks on your iPad.

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Click the Options button to the right of Bookmarks , then select the browser that you want to use your iCloud bookmarks with. After selecting the desired browser, click the OK button.

This will return you to the original iCloud Control Panel window. Click the Apply button at the bottom of this window to apply the changes that you have just made.

You should now be able to open the browser that you selected and see all of your iPad Safari bookmarks have been exported to the chosen browser on your PC.

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How can I transfer my Safari bookmarks with my iPhone Safari?

How can I share my Safari bookmarks with my iPhone Safari?

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Posted on Dec 24, 2022 9:46 AM

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Posted on Dec 24, 2022 9:54 AM

Hello gbailie,

To transfer Safari bookmarks from your iPhone to another device, you can use the iCloud service provided by Apple. Here's how to do it:

  • On your iPhone, open the Settings app.
  • Tap on your name at the top of the screen to access your iCloud settings.
  • Tap on iCloud.
  • Scroll down and tap on Safari.
  • Turn on the toggle next to "iCloud Bookmarks".

This will sync your Safari bookmarks to your iCloud account, which you can then access on other devices by signing in to iCloud with the same Apple ID.

To access your bookmarks on another device:

  • On the other device, open the Safari app.
  • Tap on the bookmarks icon (it looks like an open book).
  • Tap on the iCloud tab at the top of the screen.
  • Your bookmarks will be listed here.

Alternatively, you can also transfer your bookmarks by exporting them from Safari on your iPhone and importing them into the browser on your other device. To do this:

  • On your iPhone, open the Safari app.
  • Tap on the bookmarks icon.
  • Tap on the bookmarks tab at the bottom of the screen.
  • Tap on the Edit button in the top-right corner of the screen.
  • Tap on the bookmark you want to export.
  • Tap on the Share button (it looks like a box with an arrow coming out of it).
  • Tap on the "Add to Home Screen" option.
  • Enter a name for the bookmark and tap on the Add button.

This will create a bookmark on your home screen that links to the page. You can then transfer this bookmark to your other device by emailing it to yourself or using a file-sharing app.

If this doesn't help please view this link --> If your iCloud or Safari bookmarks aren’t syncing - Apple Support

If none of these work please contact Apple Customer Service.

Best regards,

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Back up or Move Your Safari Bookmarks to a New Mac

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  • Navigate to  Home Directory / Library / Safari . Then, hold down the option key and drag the Bookmarks.plist file to a new location.
  • You can also right-click the file and select  Compress Bookmarks.plist . This creates a .zip file you can move anywhere on your Mac.
  • To move the file to a new Mac, email it to yourself or use a cloud storage service like Dropbox or iCloud.

This article explains how to backup your Safari bookmarks for safe-keeping or move them to a new Mac without using the Bookmarks manager to sort through the imported bookmarks and manually putting them where you want them.

Backup Safari Bookmarks

Safari stores bookmarks as a plist (property list) file named Bookmarks.plist. It's located under Home Directory / Library / Safari . Bookmarks are stored on a per-user basis, with each user having their own bookmarks file. If you have multiple accounts on your Mac and want to back up or move all of the bookmarks files, access the above directory location for each user.

To back up your Safari bookmarks, copy the Bookmarks.plist file to a new location. You can do this in one of two ways.

Open a Finder window and navigate to Home Directory / Library / Safari .

With OS X Lion , Apple hid the Home Directory/Library folder, but you can still access the Library folder in a variety of ways. Once you gain access to the Library folder, you can proceed with the instructions below.

Hold down the option key and drag the Bookmarks.plist file to another location. By holding down the option key, you ensure that a copy is made and that the original stays in the default location.

The other way to back up the Bookmarks.plist file is to right-click the file and select Compress "Bookmarks.plist from the pop-up menu. This command will create a file named Bookmarks.plist.zip , which you can move anywhere on your Mac without affecting the original.

Restore Your Safari Bookmarks

All you need to restore your Safari bookmarks is to have a backup of the Bookmarks.plist file available. If the backup is in the compressed or zip format, you will need to double-click the Bookmarks.plist.zip file to decompress it first.

Quit Safari, if the application is open.

Copy the Bookmarks.plist file you backed up earlier to Home Directory / Library / Safari.

A warning message will display: "An item named "Bookmarks.plist" already exists in this location. Do you want to replace it with the one you're moving?" Select Replace .

Once you restore the Bookmarks.plist file, launch Safari. All your bookmarks will be present, just where they were when you backed them up. No importing and sorting required.

Move Safari Bookmarks to a New Mac

Moving your Safari bookmarks to a new Mac is essentially the same as restoring them. The only difference is that you will need a way to bring the Bookmarks.plist file to your new Mac.

Because the file is small, you can easily email it to yourself. Other options are to move the file across a network, store it in the cloud using a storage solution such as Dropbox or iCloud, or put it on a USB flash drive or external hard drive .

Once you have the Bookmarks.plist file on your new Mac, use the steps outlined above to make your bookmarks available.

iCloud Bookmarks

If you have an Apple ID, you can take advantage of iCloud's bookmarks feature to sync Safari bookmarks across multiple Macs and iOS devices. To gain access to the iCloud-synced bookmarks, you need to set up an iCloud account on each Mac or iOS device that you wish to share bookmarks between. 

For sharing bookmarks, make sure there is a checkmark next to the Safari item in the list of iCloud services. As long as you're signed in to your iCloud account on each Mac or iOS device you're using, you should have all of your Safari bookmarks available across multiple devices and platforms.

When you add a bookmark on one device, the bookmark will appear on all devices; more importantly, if you delete a bookmark on one device, all the devices that are synced via iCloud Safari bookmarks will also remove that bookmark.

Use Safari Bookmarks on Other Macs or PCs

If you travel a lot, you may want to bring along your Safari bookmarks. One method is to store your bookmarks in the cloud, so you can access them from anywhere you have an internet connection. This is helpful when you need to access your bookmarks from a public computer.

When you use Safari's Export Bookmarks option, the file Safari creates is actually an HTML listing of all of your bookmarks. You can take this file with you and open it in any browser, just like a normal web page. Of course, you don't end up with bookmarks per se; instead, you end up with a web page that has a clickable list of all of your bookmarks. Though not as easy to use as the bookmarks in a browser, the list can still come in handy when you're on the road.

Here's how to export your bookmarks.

Select File > Export Bookmarks .

In the Save dialog window that opens, select a target location for the Safari Bookmarks.html file, then select Save .

Copy the Safari Bookmarks.html file to a USB flash drive or to a cloud storage system.

To use the Safari Bookmarks.html file, open a browser on the computer you're using and either drag the Safari Bookmarks.html file to the browser's address bar or select Open from the browser's file menu and navigate to the Safari Bookmarks.html file.

Your list of Safari Bookmarks will display as a web page. To visit one of your bookmarked sites , just select the corresponding link.

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Introduction

Welcome to the world of Safari browsing! Safari is a popular web browser known for its sleek interface, robust performance, and seamless integration with Apple devices. Whether you're a seasoned Safari user or a newcomer to the browser, managing your bookmarks is an essential part of organizing your online life. Bookmarks allow you to save and access your favorite websites with just a click, making it easier to revisit your go-to pages without the hassle of typing in URLs every time.

In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of saving your Safari bookmarks. Whether you're looking to back up your bookmarks for safekeeping or transfer them to another device, we've got you covered. By following the simple steps outlined in this article, you'll be able to export and import your Safari bookmarks with ease, ensuring that your carefully curated collection of websites remains accessible across your devices.

So, if you're ready to take control of your Safari bookmarks and streamline your browsing experience, let's dive into the step-by-step process of saving your valuable bookmarks. Whether you're a casual user or a power browser , mastering the art of managing your Safari bookmarks will undoubtedly enhance your online journey. Let's get started!

Step 1: Open Safari and Access Bookmarks

To begin the process of managing your Safari bookmarks, the first step is to open the Safari web browser on your device. Whether you're using a Mac, iPhone, iPad, or any other Apple device, Safari provides a consistent and user-friendly experience across platforms. Once Safari is launched, you'll need to access your bookmarks to initiate the process of exporting or importing them.

Accessing Bookmarks on Mac

If you're using Safari on a Mac, accessing your bookmarks is a straightforward process. Simply open Safari and look for the bookmarks icon in the toolbar. It's represented by an open book icon and is typically located near the top-left corner of the browser window . Clicking on this icon will reveal a drop-down menu displaying your bookmarks and bookmark folders. You can then select the specific bookmarks or folders you wish to manage.

Accessing Bookmarks on iPhone or iPad

For users of Safari on iPhone or iPad, accessing bookmarks follows a similar pattern. Upon opening Safari, look for the bookmarks icon at the bottom of the screen. Tapping on this icon will bring up your bookmarks and bookmark folders, allowing you to view and select the ones you want to work with.

Navigating Bookmarks

Once you've accessed your bookmarks, you can navigate through the list to locate the specific bookmarks or folders you intend to manage. Safari provides a user-friendly interface for organizing and accessing bookmarks, making it easy to find the websites you've saved for quick access.

By following these simple steps to open Safari and access your bookmarks, you're now ready to proceed with the next stages of managing your Safari bookmarks. Whether you're looking to export your bookmarks for backup purposes or import bookmarks from another source, accessing your bookmarks is the crucial first step in this process. With your bookmarks readily available, you're well-equipped to take the next steps towards efficient bookmark management within Safari.

Step 2: Export Bookmarks

Now that you've accessed your bookmarks in Safari, the next step is to export them. Exporting your bookmarks allows you to create a backup or transfer them to another device or browser. Safari provides a simple and efficient method for exporting bookmarks, ensuring that your valuable collection of saved websites is always within reach.

Exporting Bookmarks on Mac

If you're using Safari on a Mac, the process of exporting bookmarks is seamless. Here's how you can do it:

  • Open Safari on your Mac and access your bookmarks using the method outlined in Step 1.
  • From the Safari menu at the top of the screen, select "File" and then "Export Bookmarks." This action will prompt Safari to create a file containing your bookmarks.

Exporting Bookmarks on iPhone or iPad

For users of Safari on iPhone or iPad, exporting bookmarks follows a slightly different approach due to the mobile interface. Here's how you can export bookmarks from Safari on your iOS device:

  • Open Safari on your iPhone or iPad and access your bookmarks using the method outlined in Step 1.
  • Tap the bookmarks icon at the bottom of the screen to bring up your bookmarks and bookmark folders.
  • Tap "Edit" at the bottom of the bookmarks screen, then select "Export Bookmarks." This action will generate a file containing your bookmarks.

Saving the Exported File

Once you've initiated the export process, Safari will create a file containing your bookmarks. You'll be prompted to choose a location to save this file on your device. It's advisable to select a location that's easily accessible and memorable, such as your desktop or a specific folder.

By following these steps, you've successfully exported your Safari bookmarks, ensuring that they are safely backed up or ready for transfer to another device or browser. With the export process completed, you're now equipped with a safeguard for your valuable collection of bookmarks, providing peace of mind and seamless accessibility across your digital ecosystem.

Step 3: Import Bookmarks

Importing bookmarks into Safari is a convenient way to transfer your saved websites from another browser or device, ensuring that your browsing experience remains consistent and streamlined across platforms. Whether you're transitioning to Safari from a different browser or simply looking to consolidate your bookmarks, the import process is designed to be straightforward and user-friendly.

Importing Bookmarks on Mac

If you're using Safari on a Mac and wish to import bookmarks from another browser, follow these steps:

Open Safari on your Mac and ensure that you have access to the bookmarks you intend to import.

From the Safari menu at the top of the screen, select "File" and then "Import From" followed by the name of the browser from which you wish to import bookmarks. Safari supports the import of bookmarks from popular browsers such as Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox, allowing you to seamlessly transition your bookmark collection.

After selecting the browser from which you want to import bookmarks, Safari will initiate the import process, bringing in your saved websites and organizing them within your Safari bookmarks.

Importing Bookmarks on iPhone or iPad

For users of Safari on iPhone or iPad, the process of importing bookmarks from another source is equally intuitive:

Open Safari on your iPhone or iPad and ensure that you have access to the bookmarks you wish to import.

Tap the bookmarks icon at the bottom of the screen to access your bookmarks and bookmark folders.

Tap "Edit" at the bottom of the bookmarks screen, then select "Import" to initiate the import process. Safari on iOS devices allows you to import bookmarks from files or other sources, enabling a seamless transfer of your saved websites.

Organizing Imported Bookmarks

Once you've completed the import process, Safari will neatly organize the imported bookmarks within your existing bookmark structure. This ensures that your newly imported websites are easily accessible and integrated into your browsing experience.

By following these simple steps, you can effortlessly import your bookmarks into Safari, allowing you to consolidate your saved websites and enjoy a unified browsing experience across your Apple devices. Whether you're switching browsers or syncing bookmarks across devices, Safari's import feature empowers you to maintain a cohesive and personalized web browsing environment.

In conclusion, mastering the art of managing your Safari bookmarks empowers you to streamline your browsing experience and ensure seamless access to your favorite websites across your Apple devices. By following the step-by-step process outlined in this guide, you've gained valuable insights into exporting and importing your Safari bookmarks, allowing you to safeguard your collection and integrate it into your digital ecosystem with ease.

The ability to export your bookmarks provides a crucial layer of protection, ensuring that your carefully curated list of saved websites is backed up and readily available for transfer to other devices or browsers. Whether you're using Safari on a Mac, iPhone, or iPad, the export process is designed to be intuitive and efficient, allowing you to create a secure copy of your bookmarks with just a few simple clicks.

Furthermore, the import feature in Safari enables you to seamlessly bring in bookmarks from other browsers or devices, facilitating a smooth transition and consolidation of your saved websites. Whether you're switching to Safari from a different browser or looking to sync your bookmarks across multiple Apple devices, the import process ensures that your browsing experience remains consistent and personalized.

By organizing and managing your Safari bookmarks effectively, you're not only enhancing your own browsing convenience but also optimizing your digital workflow. The ability to access your favorite websites with a single click, whether on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad, reflects the seamless integration that Safari offers across the Apple ecosystem.

In essence, the process of saving Safari bookmarks is more than just a technical task; it's a means of curating and preserving your digital preferences, ensuring that your online journey is tailored to your individual needs and preferences. With the knowledge and skills gained from this guide, you're well-equipped to take full control of your Safari bookmarks, creating a personalized web browsing experience that aligns with your unique interests and browsing habits.

So, as you continue to explore the vast expanse of the internet, remember that your Safari bookmarks are not just links; they're gateways to your digital world, and by mastering their management, you're enhancing your online experience in ways that resonate with your individuality and preferences. Happy browsing!

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How to export Safari bookmarks from your iPhone or iPad to a Mac or PC

If you keep certain pages bookmarked in Safari on your iPhone or iPad and want to export those same bookmarks to your Mac or PC, then you’re in luck because there’s a way you can do this without wasting too much of your time.

We’ll show you how you can do it on both your Mac and your Windows computer.

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Make sure iCloud handles your bookmarks

To export your iPhone’s Safari bookmarks to your Mac or PC, you need to have iCloud syncing enabled for Safari on your iPhone and the device you want to sync with. Follow these steps to do that:

  • Open the Settings app on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
  • Tap your name from the top.
  • Hit iCloud > Show All and make sure the switch next to Safari is enabled.

After you enable this setting, your bookmarks from Safari on your iOS device are going to be uploaded to iCloud, so your other iCloud-enabled devices can sync them. So, make sure all your devices are connected to the internet.

Export iPhone or iPad bookmarks

To your mac.

If you followed the steps above, then your iOS device’s bookmarks are already in the cloud at this point, and now you can start exporting them to your computer. This section will show you how to do that on your Mac.

To start, go to the Apple menu  > System Preferences > Apple ID > iCloud and make sure you have a checkmark in the Safari checkbox.

Now that you have enabled Safari bookmarks syncing via iCloud on your Mac, the bookmarks you uploaded from your iOS device will now be downloaded to Safari on your Mac.

Next, launch Safari on your Mac and go to File > Export > Bookmarks… from the Menu Bar.

Export Safari bookmarks on Mac

When prompted, choose a place to save the export and click on the blue Save button:

Export Safari Bookmarks to HTML file

Now you should be left with an HTML file that contains all your bookmarks:

HTML File Safari Bookmarks

Import Safari bookmarks to Chrome or Firefox

You can use this as a backup if you ever need to import your bookmarks to Safari again or another web browser like Chrome or Firefox, for that matter. The import process for each web browser differs, but all browsers should be able to import that file. Here’s how:

Chrome : Open Chrome on your Mac and click the three dots icon from the top right. Here, pick Bookmarks > Import Bookmarks and Settings . Next, click the dropdown menu and choose Bookmarks HTML File . Finally, click Choose File , select the Safari Bookmarks HTML file and hit Open .

Import bookmarks and settings in Chrome on Mac

Firefox : Launch Firefox on Mac and press Command + Shift + O to go to Bookmarks manager. From here, click the two-arrow icon and choose Import Bookmarks from HTML .

Import bookmarks from HTML in Firefox on Mac

To your Windows PC

If you have a Windows machine, things are a little more convoluted because you have a different operating system that Apple has no control over. Nevertheless, it’s still possible to export your iOS device’s bookmarks to your Windows PC.

The first thing you’re going to want to do is to make sure you followed the first section of this post and enabled iCloud syncing for Safari bookmarks on your iPhone or iPad.

Next, you need to download iCloud for Windows if you don’t already have it, which is a free download from Apple’s website. After you install it, or if you already have it installed, launch your iCloud dashboard on your PC.

Next, you’re going to want to put a checkmark in the Bookmarks checkbox:

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By default, iCloud will sync your bookmarks with Microsoft Edge (earlier Internet Explorer), but you can change this to Chrome or Firefox (depending on what you have installed) by clicking on the Options… button. Once you get the Bookmarks Options prompt, choose the web browser you want to sync with and click OK .

iCloud Windows Bookmarks

Once satisfied, click the Apply button from the main iCloud dashboard, and this will save your changes.

The very same bookmarks you have on your iOS device should now be synced to the web browser of your choice on your Windows PC.

Now that you know a way to keep your bookmarks in sync across your mobile devices and your computer, you can easily pick up on your computer where you left off on your mobile device.

Were you able to export your iOS device’s bookmarks to your computer without any trouble? Let us know in the comments!

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How to Transfer Bookmarks To And From All Major Browsers

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When you browse the internet and come across a helpful resource, one of the ways you can save it for later is to use apps like Google Keep or Evernote. However, you can also use your browser’s built-in tool to create a bookmark.

Bookmarks are saved shortcuts that store the title, favicon, and URL of a specific webpage. This way, you don’t have to remember the URL and next time you want to go to that specific web page, you can access it on the web via the saved bookmark.

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Whether you’re using Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge, this guide explains the steps you can take to transfer bookmarks to and from all major browsers.

How To Transfer Bookmarks To & From Google Chrome

You can transfer your personal data to Google Chrome from another browser. This data includes your browsing history, saved passwords, default search engine, and bookmarks.

  • To move your bookmarks from Chrome, open Chrome and click the menu (three dots) at the upper right side of the browser screen. Select Settings .

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  • Under the You and Google section, click Import bookmarks and settings .

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  • Select the menu on the Import bookmarks and settings window, and click the Favorites/Bookmarks box.

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  • Click the drop down arrow at the top to select the browser you’d like to transfer your bookmarks from and bring them into Chrome.

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  • If you have a Bookmarks HTML file, select the option from the drop down menu and upload the file from your drive. Click Open .

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Chrome will transfer the contents of the HTML file and they’ll appear in the bookmark manager.

To transfer bookmarks from Chrome to another browser:

  • Click the menu and select Bookmarks .

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  • Select Bookmark manager .

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  • The Bookmarks window will open in a new tab. Click the menu (three dots).

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  • Select Export Bookmarks .

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  • Select a destination for the HTML file and then import them to your new browser.

How To Transfer Bookmarks To & From Microsoft Edge

You can transfer your bookmarks to Microsoft Edge from another browser without using an import or export file.

  • Open Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots (horizontal) at the top right side of the screen. Click Settings.

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  • In the Settings window, click Import browser data on the right pane.

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  • Click the drop down arrow in the Import from box, and select the browser you’re transferring bookmarks from into Microsoft Edge.

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  • If you’re transferring bookmarks from Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge Legacy or Internet Explorer, select bookmarks and then click the blue Import button.

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  • If you’re moving bookmarks from Google Chrome to Microsoft Edge, you have to select your profile, select Favorites and Bookmarks , and then click Import .

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  • You’ll get a confirmation that says “We’ve brought your data over” meaning the transfer was successful.

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To transfer bookmarks from Microsoft Edge to other browsers:

  • Open Microsoft Edge and click on the Menu > Favorites > Manage Favorites .

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  • In the Manage Favorites window, click the menu and select Export Favorites .

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  • Save the HTML file to your preferred location and then export the file to another browser.

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How To Transfer Bookmarks To & From Firefox Browser

  • To transfer your bookmarks to Firefox, open the browser and click on the three-line menu at the top right corner of the screen. Select Library . Alternatively, click on the Library icon on the browser menu.

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  • Click Bookmarks .

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  • Next, click Show All Bookmarks .

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  • Click Import and Backup .

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In the drop down menu, you’ll get the following options:

  • Backup , which backups up your bookmarks as a JSON file
  • Restore , which restores bookmarks from a saved JSON file or previous date/time
  • Import Bookmarks from HTML , which allows you to import bookmarks saved from Firefox or another browser in HTML format
  • Export Bookmarks to HTML , which lets you store all your bookmarks in an HTML file
  • Import Data From Another Browser , which lets you import bookmarks and other personal data from another browser

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4. Select the Import Data from Another Browser option.

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  • From the Import Wizard , select the browser you want to transfer your bookmarks from and into Firefox. The browser options available will depend on the browsers installed on your computer, and those that are compatible with the Firefox import functionality.

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  • Click Next and repeat this step depending on the number of browsers you’re transferring your bookmarks from.

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  • In the Items to Import window, select the data you’d like to transfer to Firefox, in this case it would be Favorites/Bookmarks (the term used depends on the source browser and available data). Click Next to start transferring the bookmarks.

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  • When the transfer process is completed, click Finish to go back to the Firefox Library interface. Your bookmarks folder should now be in the Firefox browser with all the transferred sites and any other data you chose to transfer.

To transfer bookmarks to another browser, use the same steps, but select Export Bookmarks to HTML in the Import and Backup section.

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How To Transfer Bookmarks To & From Safari

When you first start using Safari and your default browser is Chrome or Firefox, you can import your bookmarks and other personal data manually or automatically. You can also import bookmarks exported from Safari and other browsers in HTML format.

To automatically transfer bookmarks from Chrome and Firefox to Safari, open Safari and select an option from the following:

  • Keep your imported items
  • Remove your imported items
  • Decide later
  • If you prefer to transfer bookmarks to Safari manually, open Safari and select File > Import From and click Google Chrome or Firefox .

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  • Select the items you want to import and then click Import .

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Note : You must install Chrome or Firefox on your Mac if you want to import bookmarks to Safari.

  • You can also import a Bookmarks HTML File to transfer bookmarks from Chrome or Firefox to Safari. To do this, open Safari and click File > Import From > Bookmarks HTML File .

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  • Choose the file you want to import, and then click Import . Once the bookmarks are imported, they’ll be saved in the Imported folder at the bottom of the sidebar.
  • To transfer bookmarks from Safari to other browsers, open Safari and click File > Export Bookmarks .

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The exported file will be labeled Safari Bookmarks.html , and you can use it to transfer the bookmarks to another browser.

How To Transfer Bookmarks To & From Opera Browser

  • Type opera://settings/importdata in the address search bar to open Opera Settings.
  • In the Import bookmarks and settings popup, select the browser containing the bookmarks you’d like to transfer.

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  • Add a checkmark to select Favorites/Bookmarks . You can select other options such as browsing history, cookies, or saved passwords if you want those moved along with the bookmarks to the new browser. Click Import .

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You can also transfer bookmarks to Opera via an HTML file you exported from another browser. Select Bookmarks HTML File from the drop down menu and click Import to import the bookmarks file directly from another browser.

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To transfer bookmarks from Opera to another browser,you can use an add-on if your version of the browser doesn’t have the export tool.

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How to Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone

How to Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone and Import to Chrome/Firefox

How to export Safari bookmarks?

Nowadays, when it comes to Safari, most of you may think of iPhone/iPad/iPod touch (iOS devices). Yes, it is the exclusive browser designed for iOS and macOS. It is the built-in browser on your iOS device. As iPhone users, you could use it to search for your favorite sites, and add bookmarks to your preferred sites for the next visit.

However, not all the sites are comfortable to view on your iPhone. Compared to small screen on your iPhone, you may prefer to watch movie sites on your Mac. For a web containing a document file with thousands of words, no one would like to read it by scrolling frequently on iPhone to turn pages.

Reading it on PC with several clicks is an ideal choice. So at this point, you may want to know if you could import Safari bookmarks to Chrome or Firefox for a synced surfing. Yes, you can make it. It is convenient to Export Safari bookmarks using correct methods. Keep reading to get the two ways of exporting bookmarks from Safari to Chrome/Firefox.

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Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone

  • Method one: Sync iPhone Safari bookmarks to Chrome/Firefox with iCloud
  • Method two: Import iPhone Safari bookmarks and browsing history to Chrome and Firefox

Method one: Sync iPhone Safari Bookmarks to Chrome/Firefox with iCloud

iCloud is the tool to back up data. And you could also use it to restore iPhone from iCloud backup . In the first way, you will apply iCloud backup to help you to export Safari bookmarks from iPhone and then import it to Chrome/Internet Explorer/Firefox.

Back up Safari bookmarks from iPhone to iCloud/iTunes

There are two ways to back up Safari bookmark from iPhone to iCloud. On your iPhone, go to "Settings" > "iCloud" > Make sure "Safari" button is on > Scroll to the bottom to tap "Backup" > "Back Up Now" to back up Safari bookmarks to iCloud.

Backup Safari Bookmarks to iCloud

Alternatively, you could back up all data to iTunes. Plug iPhone to PC with USB cable > Launch iTunes on your PC, and click your iPhone icon > In the right "Backups" interface, choose "iCloud" > "Back Up Now" to make Safari bookmarks backup.

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Export Safari bookmarks on iCloud backup to Internet Explorer

Download iCloud to your computer. Sigh in your iCloud account to export Safari bookmarks to Internet Explorer . Click "Bookmarks" > Checkmark "Internet Explorer" in the pop-up window > Click "Apply" to allow to exporting bookmarks in Safari > Click "Merge" in the pop-up reminder that says, "Do you want to merge bookmarks with iCloud?" After you have done that, Internet Explorer will automatically add all Safari bookmarks on iCloud. You could manage all bookmarks in Internet Explorer easily.

Import Safari bookmarks into Chrome/Firefox

Open your Chrome browser on your PC, click "Settings" icon (next to the star), find Bookmarks > Select Import bookmarks and settings > Select Microsoft Internet Explorer and tick Favorites/Bookmark > Click Import to import Safari bookmarks from Internet Explorer to Chrome . Similarly, you are able to import bookmarks from iPhone Safari to Firefox in this way.

When you follow the above way to sync iPhone Safari bookmarks to Chrome or Firefox with iCloud, you need to pay attention to several points:

◆ When you back up iPhone Safari bookmarks to Chrome or Firefox, you have to import all Safari bookmarks, no option of selecting preferred Safari bookmarks. And the Safari bookmarks include iPhone Safari bookmarks, and those bookmark backups before on iCloud. That may lead to some duplicated bookmarks.

◆ When you export Safari bookmarks from iCloud backup, you had better select "Internet Explorer" for fast exporting. If you select other browser on your computer, like Chrome or Firefox, then you are required to install a plug-in to import Safari bookmarks to Firefox or Chrome.

◆ When you import Safari bookmarks to Firefox or Chrome, you may notice that you are only allowed to choose "Favorites/Bookmarks". As for your Safari "Browsing History", you will find no way to import.

◆ You are allowed to use this way to import your Safari bookmarks on iPad and iPod touch to Chrome or Firefox.

Export Safari Bookmarks from iCloud to PC (using iCloud Control Panel)

Safari history cannot be accessed directly to your computer unless you install a tool called iCloud Control Panel. Here we are going to show you how to export and download iPhone Safari bookmarks to computer.

1. Download iCloud Control Panel and install the tool following its instructions.

Bookmarks on iCloud Control Panel

2. Open iCloud Control Panel. Enter your Apple ID and password then click the Sign In button.

3. Check Bookmark > Options . A window will pop up with options to let you choose one or more browsers like Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, etc. you want to export bookmarks to. After that, click OK to return to iCloud interface.

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4. Click Apply button when you finish that. A window will prompt you to acquire whether you'd like to merge the bookmarks between your browser and the bookmarks that are stored in iCloud. But you only have the merge option, click Merge to continue.

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5. If you want to use iCloud sync with Chrome, you'll need to download the iCloud Bookmarks extension.

Download Safari Bookmarks from iClod to PC

6. After that, click Add to Chrome and the iCloud Bookmarks extension will show with all your other extensions. In the similar way, the browser will open to the extension page and you will need to click "Add to Firefox" to install it.

Method two: Export iPhone Safari bookmarks and browsing history (Highly Recommended)

If you only want to export part of Safari bookmarks on iPhone to PC for importing to Chrome or Firefox, or want to import the browsing history on iPhone Safari, you are capable of trying the second way. Firstly, you need to download iPhone Data Recovery , one Safari Bookmark Exporter, and install it on your PC.

1 Launch this program on your PC, and connect iPhone to computer with USB cable.

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2 Click "Recover from iOS Device", and then click Start Scan to scan your iPhone data.

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3 Click Safari Bookmark , and select the bookmarks. Click Recover to download it to PC.

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When you use this way to export iPhone Safari bookmarks, you should focus on the following points:

◆ If you want to export Safari browsing history, click "Safari History" to export it to your PC. Also you could use this software to retrieve your Safari history to your computer for backup.

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◆ Not only the existing Safari bookmarks on iPhone, you are able to recover deleted Safari iPhone Safari bookmarks, so that you can import the deleted Safari bookmarks to your Chrome or Firefox. (The red words are those deleted bookmarks, and the existing bookmarks are marked black.)

◆ This app also enables you to recover deleted data from iOS device and back up data to PC, like recover deleted photos from iPhone, back up iPhone contacts, etc.

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The following instructions for importing and exporting bookmarks assume you are using Safari in Mac OS X 10.4 or later.

Exporting bookmarks

  • Launch Safari. From the File menu, select Export Bookmarks... .
  • Safe the file to your computer. By default, Safari calls the file Safari Bookmarks.html , though the .html extension will probably be hidden.

Importing bookmarks

  • Launch Safari. From the File menu, select Import Bookmarks... .
  • Navigate to the bookmarks file you want to import and click Import .
  • From the Bookmarks menu, select Show All Bookmarks . In the bookmarks window, the bookmarks you just imported will appear inside a folder in the left column. You may then click and drag them to different locations (e.g., your Bookmark menu or Bookmarks bar).

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Safari is the native browser for Apple devices, whether iPhone, iPad, or Mac computer systems. This in-built browser helps you browse or visit your desired website without hassles. It powers several fascinating features, such as excellent browsing speed, advanced security, privacy protection, and more, all of which aim to enhance your browsing experience. 

If you use the Safari browser regularly, there are platforms/websites you don’t want to miss out on updates from, so you bookmarked for future reference. While Safari bookmark offers a simple and quick way to revisit previously surfed websites, you can also leverage it to help you export those websites to another Apple device in case you are changing your iPhone or iPad. 

You might be wondering whether or not this is feasible. Well, keep calm and continue reading, as we reveal how to export Safari bookmarks on iPhone or iPad. 

Further Reading:  How to View iCloud Safari History >>

Part 1. What Is Safari Bookmarks Part 2. How to Transfer Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac via iCloud Part 3. Export Safari Bookmarks to Computer or Another iOS Device Selectively [Easiest & 100% Success] Part 4. Export Bookmarks from iPhone to Computer by Syncing to Browsers Tip: Transfer Other Files from iPhone to Computer or Another iOS Device with AnyTrans

What Is Safari Bookmark?

Like every other web browser, Safari also supports the bookmark feature which is designed to help you record or save the URL link of a website you find noteworthy for future reference. Safari bookmarks offer an easy yet quick way to access previously opened web pages. 

How to Transfer Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac via iCloud

As we all know, iCloud is the default cloud storage for Apple where the majority of users’ data can be stored. It supports data like photos, videos, documents, Safari history, Safari cookies, and more. 

Besides data storage, iCloud also plays a key role in the migration/transfer of data from one Apple device to another by simply syncing the data on the corresponding device. You can leverage this cloud storage to help you transfer Safari bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac and vice versa. 

However, for you to proceed with this technique, you must have enabled Safari bookmarks to sync with iCloud. You can do this by following the simple procedure down here: 

  • Ensure that you’ve configured iCloud on your iPhone. 
  • Next, head to the Settings app page by tapping the cogwheel ⚙️ icon on your iPhone Home Screen. 
  • Navigate to where you have iCloud and click on it to proceed. 
  • A new interface with the list of data that you can sync to iCloud will come up. Scroll to where you have Safari and toggle the slider to show green. 

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Transfer Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac via iCloud

Once done, everything on your Safari browser will automatically sync with iCloud, and you can export to Windows/Mac from iPhone without stress. You can do this by applying any of guide below that corresponds with the device you use:

1. How to Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to PC

  • Go to the official website for iCloud for Windows   and click on the appropriate buttons to download the corresponding app. 
  • Launch the app, and sign in with the Apple ID details on your iPhone using the right credentials. 
  • A page similar to what is shown down here will immediately pop up on your Windows screen: 

Check the box beside Bookmarks

Check the box beside Bookmarks

  • Check the box beside Bookmarks , and click on the Options icon next to it to choose your preferred web browser to sync Safari Bookmarks with. 
  • Once done, tap on the Apply button to complete this. 

Without further ado, your Safari Bookmarks will automatically sync from your iPhone to the selected Windows browser. You can always export them at your convenience. 

2. How to Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to Mac 

  • Unlock your Mac computer system, and head to the upper left corner of your screen. Click on the Apple Menu icon, and select System Preferences to proceed. 
  • Choose iCloud from the options you have on the next screen that appears. 
  • Next, tick the box beside the Safari tab. 
  • Now launch Safari browser on your Mac and navigate to File > Export . 
  • Once done, a list of options will come up. Kindly choose Bookmarks . 
  • Lastly, choose your preferred destination path to store bookmark files. Hit the Save button to complete this procedure. 

 Kindly choose Bookmarks.

Kindly choose Bookmarks

Once you are able to finish the steps above in the appropriate manner, your iPhone Safari bookmarks will automatically sync with your Mac Safari browser. In addition, you get an HTML format file of the bookmarks on your Mac computer. 

Export Safari Bookmarks to Computer or Another iOS Device Selectively [Easy & Fast]

While the aforementioned procedure/technique is helpful for the successful transfer of Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac, the stepwise guide is quite lengthy. If you need a more simplified technique to perform a similar operation, then   AnyTrans – iPhone Data Manager is what you need. 

AnyTrans is a complete data transfer utility as for you to migrate or transfer data from your iPhone to another device, whether of a similar OS or not. Some of the supported devices include Mac, iPad/iPhone, Windows, and Android. This software lets you migrate data such as photos, documents, contacts, apps, and more. 

The software also works perfectly when it comes to exporting Safari bookmarks from iPhone to computer or any other device. AnyTrans is highly ranked ahead of other iOS data transfer tools because of the impressive features it supports, such as 60X transfer speed, simple layout, and more. 

Key Features 

  • 1-click to transfer your Safari bookmarks from iOS to your computer system without data loss. 
  • Extracts over 15+ types of iOS data [photos, videos , apps, contacts, music , calendars, and many others]. 
  • Offers a simplified user layout to ease your data transfer operation. 
  • Permits you to select your preferred Safari bookmarks to export to a computer or another iOS device. 
  • Additional stand-out features- excellent data backup , iCloud manager, iTunes library, HIEC converter, and more.  

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How to Export Safari Bookmarks to Computer or Another iOS Device Directly with AnyTrans

Step 1.  Download AnyTrans on your computer  and launch it > Click Device Manager > Tap More to scroll down in the category box.

Click More Button to Find Bookmarks

Click More Button to Find Bookmarks

  Step 2. Slide  to find “ Safari ”, and then “ Bookmarks ” >  Select bookmarks you want to backup or export > Click “To PC” to save them to a computer, or Click “To Device” to transfer them to another iOS device.

Transfer Your Bookmarks

Transfer Your Bookmarks

Step 3.  Now keep patient till the transfer is finished, and the page down here appears to confirm that you successfully exported Safari bookmarks to computer.

Transfer Completed

Transfer Completed

Export Bookmarks from iPhone to Computer by Syncing to Browser

Another easy way to export bookmarks from your iPhone to a computer system, whether Mac or Windows, is to synchronize the bookmark pages with your favorite browsers on the computer via iTunes. This is possible because iTunes lets you backup/sync your data with it. 

Here’s a simple tutorial guide to follow for you to export bookmarks from your iPhone to computer using this approach: 

  • Add the most recent version of iTunes or Finder (depending on your computer operating system) to your computer system. 
  • Run iTunes, and establish a connection with your iPhone using the corresponding lightning cable. 
  • Locate your device on the left sidebar, and click on it. A flyout menu with a couple of options to click on will automatically come up. 
  • Choose Info on the left sidebar, and navigate to the Other tab section on the right-hand panel. 
  • Should you see the line Your bookmarks are being synced with your iPhone over the air from iCloud , kindly disable it. You can do that directly from your phone via the settings menu.
  • Next, check the box beside Sync bookmarks , then click on the flyout menu that follows to choose your preferred web browser. 
  • Leave the checkboxes that follow, then proceed to the lower right corner of your screen, and click Apply to integrate the adjustments you just made. 

Export Bookmarks from iPhone to Computer by Syncing to Browser

Wait patiently until iTunes finishes syncing, then close the page and launch the selected browser to start loading your Safari bookmarks. 

Tip: Transfer Other Files from iPhone to Computer or Another iOS Device with AnyTrans

As previously mentioned, AnyTrans isn’t limited to exporting or transferring Safari bookmarks from iPhone to computer or another iOS device. You can also count on it to help you migrate other types of data files from your iPhone to Windows/Mac, Android, and another iOS device. 

With the help of AnyTrans, you can transfer  more than  30 types of data  such as  music , images, videos, messages, contacts, apps, books, notes, and many more. It has great transfer speed and it is completely virus-free software. The best part of the software is there is no data loss during the transfer process. The   latest iPhone 14 series  are supported.

Here is the detailed step-by-step guide on how to transfer files from iPhone to PC without iTunes using AnyTrans:

Step 1.   Download AnyTrans  on your PC > Connect your iPhone to PC with a USB cable >Choose  the “ Content to PC ” option.

Go to Device Manager and Click Content to PC Button

Go to Device Manager and Click Content to PC Button

Step 2.  Select the file categories you want to transfer or  Select All  from iPhone to PC and then, choose the destination path on the PC. Thereafter, click on  Next  to begin the transfer.

You Can Choose Export Path and Photos Category

You Can Choose Export Path and Photos Category

When the transfer is finished, kindly preview the data on the target device, then disconnect your iPhone (the source device) from the computer system. 

Final Words

Finally, you have the comprehensive tutorial guide to successfully transfer or export your Safari bookmarks from your iPhone or iPad to another device. Kindly choose your preferred technique from the four options given so you can also move your Safari bookmarks to another device today.  

AnyTrans is our preferred technique. The software offers a simple, quick, and safe way to export Safari bookmarks from your iPhone to another device. The procedure required is straightforward and not as lengthy as others. You are allowed to choose the Safari bookmarks to export, and where to export them. This software is fully featured with everything you need from an iOS data transfer suit. You should try AnyTrans out today! 

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The default browser Safari gives Mac or iPhone users a reliable and secure option for their daily activities on the World Wide Web. Like other modern web clients, Apple’s app has a pop-up blocker, supports tabbed browsing and lets users save websites as Favorites .

This feature not only makes it easier for you to open the pages you visit regularly, it also gives an opportunity to save interesting URLs to visit later. You can even continue to use this practical collection of links when using another browser or another device – by exporting your Safari bookmarks. How does it work?

Exporting Safari bookmarks (Mac): Quick guide

You can export Favorites in Safari at any time. As the software has an integrated export function , you don’t need any special tools or browser add-ons. The Apple program always saves your bookmarks in an HTML file that can be integrated in all standard web clients. Here is a quick guide to the steps required to export bookmarks from Safari:

  • Open Safari.
  • In the menu bar, select the “ File ” tab.
  • Click “ Export Bookmarks ”.
  • Enter a name and the target (the default target is the desktop) for the bookmarks file.
  • Click “ Save ” to complete the process.

You can open the exported HTML document with the browser of your choice to view your favourites collection in it. However, if you want to import your bookmarks into another Safari installation , you have to proceed as described in this  article on importing bookmarks in Safari .

Step-by-step tutorial: How to export your Safari bookmarks

The following tutorial presents the process in greater detail and describes how to export specific or individual Safari bookmarks without having to save them in an external document.

First, open the browser . To do so, either click the Safari symbol in your Dock, use the Spotlight search function or navigate to the programme file in Finder.

Once you have opened Safari, click “File” in the menu bar at the top, and then select “ Export Bookmarks ”:

You can then make selections for three settings in the Safari Export Bookmarks menu: In the first line, (“Save As”), enter a name for the bookmarks file – you can rename it at any time. In the second line, you can choose one or more tags if you use the Mac tag system to organise your files and want to assign the HTML document to one or more categories:

In the third and last line, you set the destination for saving the bookmarks document . You can choose either a local storage location or an external medium like a connected USB stick. After you make your selection, you can start backing up your bookmarks by clicking “ Save ”.

If you only want to export a single Safari bookmark , there is no dedicated function for this, but there is a very simple little trick: Open your Favorites list and drag the bookmark in question to the Desktop by clicking and holding the left mouse button:

While you can’t import the web document created in this way as you usually would, you can open it with any standard browser . The bookmarked website is then opened automatically. You can then save the site as a favourite in your new browser .

How to export Safari bookmarks on iOS devices

If you use Safari on an iOS device, i.e. on an iPhone or iPad, unfortunately it’s not as easy to transfer your bookmarks to another browser or device. The mobile version does not have an export function like the Desktop version of the Apple web client. However, you can synchronise your settings and web activities in Safari with iCloud , letting Apple save your bookmarks online, which enables you to import them to another browser at a later point in time.

To activate iCloud synchronisation for Safari , first open the Settings and then tap your personal Apple account:

Tap the “ iCloud ” button in the Apple ID menu, which then opens:

You will then see a list of all apps that can be synchronised with iCloud. Online backups are active when the Slider for the entry of the respective applications is switched to the right . Scroll down to “ Safari ” and select the browser for synchronisation:

Once you do that, your Safari bookmarks are always exported to your iCloud account automatically .

To import the bookmarks stored in iCloud to another browser or another Safari installation, the iCloud app has to be installed on the target device.

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If you're well integrated into Apple's ecosystem, sticking to Safari makes the most sense. The default browser is designed and optimized for macOS and iOS, allowing you to effortlessly pass tabs between devices or make purchases secured with FaceID or TouchID. There is a downside, though: Safari is an Apple exclusive. Because of that, you can't sync Safari with your Android or Windows devices, making Google Chrome a more appealing — and universal — alternative.

Right now, Chrome can beat Safari speeds on macOS. Google tested the latest build of Chrome using Apple's Speedometer browser benchmark, where it outperformed Safari, giving reasons a pretty good reason to switch. Chrome's browser extension support is also unparalleled, offering thousands of free web extensions via the Chrome Web Store. Beyond that, you can seamlessly sync Chrome history, passwords, settings, and bookmarks across all your devices by signing into the browser with your Google account.

Whether you want to take Google Chrome for a test drive or make the switch from Safari, you don't need to lose your bookmarks or settings. Here's the easiest way to transfer all your Safari bookmarks to Google Chrome.

How to transfer Safari bookmarks to Google Chrome on Mac

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Moving bookmarks between desktop browsers is fairly straightforward. You can either let Chrome automatically import the bookmarks or do it manually yourself, as explained on the Google Support website.

To auto-import browser bookmarks from Safari:

1. Fire up Chrome on your computer.

2. Click the three-dot menu button located in the upper right corner of the browser.

3. Navigate to Bookmarks > Import Bookmarks and Settings. 

4. Pick Safari from the drop-down menu.

5. Browsing history, Bookmarks, and Search are checked by default. Uncheck the other items if you only want to import the bookmarks.

6. Click Import and then Done.

As mentioned, you can also transfer the bookmarks manually, but you'll need the related HTML file. This is also a simple process, but it takes a few extra steps.

1. Open Safari on your computer.

2. Go to File > Export Bookmarks.

3. Save the HTML file in your local Mac storage.

4. Open Chrome and go to Bookmarks > Import Bookmarks and Settings

5. This time, pick Bookmarks HTML File from the drop-down menu.

6. Locate the .html file and click Choose File.

On a fresh installation of Chrome, the imported bookmarks will appear on the bookmarks bar (you can show or hide the bar with Ctrl + Shift + B.) But if you've already created new bookmarks on Chrome, you'll find the imported Safari bookmarks in a folder called "Other bookmarks."

How to transfer Safari bookmarks to Google Chrome on iPhone and iPad

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While importing and exporting bookmarks is a breeze on desktop, there's no direct way to do so on iOS or iPadOS. However, you can use Chrome sync and iCloud sync to transfer bookmarks from Safari on Mac to Chrome on iPhone or iPad. Note that you need a Google account for Chrome sync to work, and this process relies on having access to a macOS computer.

Start by syncing your Safari bookmarks on iOS or iPadOS via iCloud. On your iPad or iPhone, navigate to Settings > Profile > iCloud and turn on the switch for Safari.

Next, enable Safari sync on Mac. Find the iCloud in the System Preferences and check the toggle for Safari. 

Open Google Chrome on your Mac and import Safari bookmarks using the steps laid out in the previous section.

Sign into Chrome with your Google account. The imported bookmarks (also the history, passwords, and preferences) will be synced across all your devices.

Install Chrome on your iPhone or iPad and sign in with the same Google account.

Android devices also support Chrome sync. After you sync the bookmarks using iCloud, Google will import them to your Android device, too (provided you sign in with the same account).

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If you use the Safari browser , no doubt, you want to navigate to the websites you often visit easily. Safari bookmarks can help you to go to web pages quickly. You may even want to export iPhone bookmarks to pc for ease of use. But, how can you do this?

Well, let us discuss three ways you can export Safari bookmarks from iPad or iPhone in this post. Keep move on!

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  • Method 1: Transfer Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac via iCloud
  • Method 2: Export Bookmarks from iPhone to Computer by Syncing to Browsers

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Transfer Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac via iCloud

The first method you can use is to leverage on iCloud. With the service of iCloud, exporting bookmark in Safari iPhone is easy.

Just follow the steps below.

  • Step 1. Set up iCloud on iPhone and enable iCloud syncing for Safari on your iPhone and PC/Mac.
  • Step 2. Go to "Settings" and enable it on your phone.
  • Step 3. Your Safari bookmarks will start being uploaded to iCloud.

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Now you have your iPhone bookmarks in iCloud and you can start exporting them to your computer. We will discuss the next steps for Mac and Windows users separately.

  • Go to System Preferences → iCloud and make sure you have a checkmark in the Safari checkbox.
  • Launch Safari on Mac and open File → Export Bookmarks… from the Menu Bar.
  • Then choose a place to save the Safari bookmarks and click on Save button.
  • All your Safari bookmarks on iPhone are exported on your Mac with the HTML format.

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For Windows

  • Download iCloud for Windows , and log in to your iCloud account.
  • Put a checkmark in the Bookmarks checkbox.
  • iCloud will sync bookmarks with the IE browser. You can change this to other browsers by clicking the "Options…" button.
  • Click on the Apply button from the main iCloud dashboard to save your changes.

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This method is a little bit complicated to use, but you still can consider use it to export Safari bookmarks to your Mac/PC from iPhone.

Export Bookmarks from iPhone to Computer by Syncing to Browsers

Another good way to export your Safari bookmarks from iPhone to computer is to sync them to the browsers on your computer. How may you do this? Follow the steps below.

  • Use a USB cable to connect your iPhone to your PC, and open iTunes 11.
  • Tap the iPhone button, and select your iPhone's name.
  • Move over to the Info tab and scroll to locate the Other section.
  • If you see the Bookmarks line in the Other section showing: Your bookmarks are being synced with your iPhone over the air from iCloud . Then, turn off iCloud's Safari sync on your phone.
  • Continue to Sync Bookmarks With and check and choose a Web browser from the menu - preferably Internet Explorer.
  • Leave the Bookmarks box unchecked.
  • Click on Apply and wait until the end of the syncing. If you have previously selected Internet Explorer, then open the browser to see your iPhone's bookmarks under your favorite list.

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Export Bookmarks Safari with iMyFone iTransor Lite

If you find the methods above is hard to use, you should try to use a thrid-party App to export Safari bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac. iMyFone iTransor Lite (compatible with the latest iOS 15) can be your frist choice! It eliminates all the stress of data exploring from iPhone, iPad and iPod touch to computer.

  • Support Export 20 Types of iPhone Files
  • Selectively back up and export the bookmarks you want.
  • Support view all Safari bookmarks on iTunes and iCloud backups on PC.

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The Steps to Export iPhone Bookmarks to Computer via iMyFone iTransor Lite

Before start, please download and install iMyFone iTransor for Lite on your PC and launch it.

Step 1. Connect your iPhone to the computer and click the "Export from Device & Backup" option on the screen, and then click "Export from Device" .

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Step 2. Select the data you want to export and click "Scan" .

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Step 3. After the scanning is complete, you can select the data you need and tap on "Export" . You need to choose a format and select the location where the data you want to export.

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Now you have three different ways about how to transfer bookmarks from iPhone to computer. Compare them and choose the best to help and don't forget that iMyFone iTransor Lite offers free trial version to both Windows and Mac users. Have a try!

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How to Export Bookmarks to Safari from Firefox?

If you were using Windows Operating System, to browse the Internet, you probably have used the Google Chrome & Mozilla Firefox browsers. However, if you have bought a new MacBook, you should be excited to use the Safari Browser which is only native to the Mac operating system. In that case, you should Have Firefox Data to Safari .

When you start using the Safari Web Browser , you should want all Bookmarks on your new Web Browser from Firefox . To do so, you have to Export Data to Safari from Firefox . When you Transfer Data from Firefox to Safari , entire user data is exported along with the Bookmarks. And you can achieve your target with a few steps.

In this article, we will discuss the steps needed to Export Bookmarks from Firefox & Import Bookmarks from Safari within a few minutes.

To Share Bookmarks from Firefox to Safari , we have to first Export Bookmarks from Firefox in HTML File . Let us first do that operation.

Section 1: Export Bookmarks from Firefox

Open Bookmarks Settings on Firefox & click on the Import and Backup option. Select the Export Bookmarks to HTML Option to get the HTML File with Bookmarks Data.

1--Firefox

Section 2: Import Bookmarks on Safari

On the Safari Web Browser , click on the File , then Import From option. Now, click on the Bookmarks HTML File & upload the Firefox File. All the Bookmarks will be uploaded.

2--Safari

From the above discussion, it becomes clear that Exporting Firefox Bookmarks to Safari is not a complicated task. Even if Firefox is installed on different operating systems, you can even get Bookmarks on Safari on Mac with the HTML File creation process. Just you need to share the HTML browser File to MacOS.

How to Export Bookmarks on Safari from Firefox – FAQ’s

How to export bookmarks from firefox.

To Export Bookmarks from Firefox to any web browser like Safari, the following steps are worthful to be executed. Open Firefox. Go to the Manage Bookmarks Settings on Firefox. Click on the Import & Backup. Go for the Export Bookmarks to HTML option.

How to Import Bookmarks to Safari from Firefox?

To import Bookmarks to Safari from Firefox, the following steps need to be executed. Open Safari Browser. Under the FIle, go to the Import option. Click on the Bookmarks HTML File.

Along with Bookmarks, what data be transferred to Safari from Firefox?

Along with the Bookmarks, some more data can be transferred to Safari from Firefox. When you perform the transferring process, the Saved Logins, Passwords, History, etc. get shared to Safari or another web browser at the same time.

Can I migrate bookmarks from Firefox to Safari without losing any data?

Yes, you can migrate bookmarks from Firefox to Safari without losing any data by exporting them as an HTML file and then importing them into Safari. This method ensures that all your bookmarks are transferred accurately.

How do I export Firefox bookmarks to an HTML file for Safari?

To export Firefox bookmarks to an HTML file for Safari: Open Firefox, click on the Library icon, then Bookmarks > Show All Bookmarks . Click on Import and Backup > Export Bookmarks to HTML . Save the file to your computer.

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You can quickly see websites you access frequently by adding them to your Favourites so you can get to them with just a click.

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You can also click in the Smart Search field, then drag the URL of the website you’re viewing to the Favourites bar near the top of the window, the Favourites folder in the sidebar or the Favourites area on the start page.

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Most users have a preferred Internet browser. However, they may want to try out a different browser or switch to a new one permanently. Like moving to a different residence, users like to take their things with them. In this case: their Internet bookmarks or favorites. Learn how to import your bookmarks or favorites from or export them to another browser by selecting your browser from the following list.

Microsoft Edge

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  • Open the Microsoft Edge browser.

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  • Select Favorites from the drop-down menu .
  • In the Favorites window, click the kebab menu icon.

Kebab menu in the Favorites section of Edge.

Import favorites from another browser

  • Select Import favorites from the drop-down menu .

Import favorites selector in Edge.

  • In the prompt , choose a browser to import favorites from ( A ). Then, check the box next to Favorites or bookmarks ( B ) and click the Import button ( C ).

Importing favorites or bookmarks in Edge.

Import favorites from a file

  • Select Favorites or bookmarks HTML file from the drop-down menu and click the Choose file button.

Importing browser data in Edge.

Export favorites to a file

  • Select Export favorites from the drop-down menu .

Export favorites selector in Edge.

  • Open the Microsoft Edge Legacy browser.
  • Select Settings from the drop-down menu .

Selector for the Settings menu in Microsoft Edge.

  • Under the Import favorites and other info section, click the Import from another browser button.

Import from another browser in Microsoft Edge.

On the next screen, select the browser you want to import bookmarks from ( A ) and click the Import button ( B ). If you're successful in importing your bookmarks, there is an "All done!" confirmation message ( C ).

How to import favorites from another browser in Microsoft Edge.

Export to or import from a file

Saving favorites as an HTML (HyperText Markup Language) file is a convenient way to back up, move, or restore them. Click either button and then save or locate a previously saved file.

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Internet Explorer versions 11 users

  • Open the Microsoft Internet Explorer browser.

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  • From the drop-down menu , select Import and Export .

Import and export selector in Internet Explorer.

  • Check the box next to the browser whose bookmarks you want to import.

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  • In Internet Explorer, click the File menu and select Import and Export .
  • In the Import and Export window, click Next .
  • Click Export Favorites and click Next .
  • Select the folder you want to backup. To backup all favorites, leave the Favorites folder highlighted and click Next .
  • Select the destination where you want to save your favorites and click Next .
  • Click Finish .

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  • In Internet Explorer, click the File menu and Import and Export .
  • Click Import Favorites and click Next .
  • Select the location containing your favorites and click Next .
  • Select where you want to save your favorites and click Next .

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Chrome is unique in that all your settings and bookmarks are tied to your Google account and backed up automatically.

  • Open the Google Chrome browser.

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  • Move your mouse over Bookmarks .

Selector for Bookmarks in Chrome.

Import bookmarks from another browser

  • Select Import bookmarks and settings .

Menu that allows users to import bookmarks and settings in Chrome.

  • From the drop-down menu , choose the browser you want to import bookmarks from ( A ), and click the IMPORT button ( B ).

Menu that allows users to import bookmarks from another browser.

  • If your import is successful, a confirmation screen is displayed.

Confirmation screen for a successful bookmark import.

  • Click DONE to finish.

Import from or export to a file

  • Select Bookmark manager .

Bookmark manager in Chrome.

  • Select either Import bookmarks or Export bookmarks .

Menu that allows users to import or export bookmarks.

  • Open the Mozilla Firefox browser.

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  • In the Library menu, select Bookmarks .

Library menu in Firefox.

  • At the bottom of the window, select Manage bookmarks .

Button to show bookmarks in Firefox.

  • In the window, click Import and Backup .

Selector for import and backup in Firefox.

  • Select Import Data from Another Browser .

Selector that allows users to import bookmarks from another browser.

  • Choose the browser you want to import bookmarks from ( A ), and click Next ( B ).

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Export bookmarks to a file

  • Select Export Bookmarks to HTML .

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Import bookmarks from a file

  • Select Import Bookmarks from HTML .

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  • Open the Opera browser.

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  • In the drop-down menu , move your mouse cursor over Bookmarks .

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  • In the new menu, select the browser you want to import bookmarks from ( A ), then click Import ( B ).

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  • If your import is successful, you see a confirmation message. Click Done .

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  • Select Export bookmarks .

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By default, Netscape saves your bookmarks as bookmarks.html .

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  • In Netscape, click Bookmarks and then Manage Bookmarks , or press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + B .
  • In the Bookmark Manager, click Tools , then click Export .
  • Select the location where you want to export the file and click OK .

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  • Within Netscape, click Bookmarks and Manage Bookmarks , or press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + B .
  • In the Bookmark Manager, click Tools , then Import .
  • Select the file you want to import and click Open .

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Export bookmarks

  • Open the Safari browser.
  • Click the file menu .
  • Select the Export Bookmarks option. By default, Safari saves your bookmarks as Safari Bookmarks.html .

Import bookmarks from Chrome or Firefox

  • Click the file menu.
  • Select the Import From option.
  • Select the Google Chrome or File option.
  • Select either Chrome or Firefox . Bookmarks are pulled from the Chrome or Firefox browser on your computer.

Import bookmarks from HTML bookmarks backup

  • Select the Bookmarks HTML File option.
  • Find and select the HTML bookmarks file on your computer. The bookmarks are imported and located in a new folder having a name starting with "Imported" followed by the import date.

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    Select your iOS device. In the sidebar at the left of the iMazing window, click on the iOS device whose content you want to export. 4. Click on Safari. iMazing displays three icons below the Safari icon: History, Bookmarks, and Reading List. Click one of these categories to view its data. 5. To export Safari History.

  10. How to Transfer Bookmarks To And From All Major Browsers

    Open Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots (horizontal) at the top right side of the screen. Click Settings. In the Settings window, click Import browser data on the right pane. Click the drop down arrow in the Import from box, and select the browser you're transferring bookmarks from into Microsoft Edge.

  11. Where are the Safari bookmarks stored on a computer

    If you're just wanting to transfer your Safari Bookmarks, then: In Safari , on your old Mac , you can export the bookmarks , Safari > File > Export Bookmarks… and you can then import them on your new Mac using, Safari > File > Import Bookmarks… .

  12. How to Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone/iPad/iPod to ...

    Firstly, you need to download iPhone Data Recovery, one Safari Bookmark Exporter, and install it on your PC. 1 Launch this program on your PC, and connect iPhone to computer with USB cable. 2 Click "Recover from iOS Device", and then click Start Scan to scan your iPhone data. 3 Click Safari Bookmark, and select the bookmarks.

  13. ARCHIVED: In Safari, how do I import or export bookmarks?

    Launch Safari. From the File menu, select Import Bookmarks... . Navigate to the bookmarks file you want to import and click Import . From the Bookmarks menu, select Show All Bookmarks. In the bookmarks window, the bookmarks you just imported will appear inside a folder in the left column. You may then click and drag them to different locations ...

  14. How to Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to Computer [New!]

    Click More Button to Find Bookmarks. Step 2. Slide to find "Safari", and then "Bookmarks" > Select bookmarks you want to backup or export > Click "To PC" to save them to a computer, or Click "To Device" to transfer them to another iOS device. Transfer Your Bookmarks. Step 3.

  15. Export bookmarks to Safari

    Click the menu button to open the menu panel. Click Bookmarks and then click the Manage bookmarks bar at the bottom. In the toolbar of the Library window click the Import and Backup button. Import and Backup and choose Export Bookmarks to HTML… from the drop-down menu. In the Export Bookmarks File window that opens, choose a location to save ...

  16. How to Migrate Safari Bookmarks to a Windows 10 Web Browser

    Method 1: Export as an HTML File. To export your Safari bookmarks, open Safari, and click File > Export Bookmarks. This will create an HTML file that you can save on an external drive and then ...

  17. How to export Safari bookmarks

    Here is a quick guide to the steps required to export bookmarks from Safari: Open Safari. In the menu bar, select the " File " tab. Click " Export Bookmarks ". Enter a name and the target (the default target is the desktop) for the bookmarks file. Click " Save " to complete the process.

  18. The Easiest Way To Transfer Safari Bookmarks To Google Chrome

    1. Fire up Chrome on your computer. 2. Click the three-dot menu button located in the upper right corner of the browser. 3. Navigate to Bookmarks > Import Bookmarks and Settings. SlashGear. 4.

  19. How to Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to Computer?

    Launch Safari on Mac and open File → Export Bookmarks… from the Menu Bar. Then choose a place to save the Safari bookmarks and click on Save button. All your Safari bookmarks on iPhone are exported on your Mac with the HTML format. For Windows. Download iCloud for Windows, and log in to your iCloud account. Put a checkmark in the Bookmarks ...

  20. Export Safari Bookmarks, Reading Lists, and History

    View and export your Safari data to various formats. Dig into iMazing or iTunes backups and recover important links. Privately, without iCloud, iMazing grants you better control over your iOS Safari data. Browse and back up all bookmarks. Export the ones you need to HTML. Dedicated section for reading lists featuring rich summaries of pages.

  21. Import bookmarks and passwords from other browsers in Safari on Mac

    In the Safari app on your Mac, choose File > Import From > Passwords CSV File. Select the CSV file to import. Click Import. Enter the login password for your Mac. If a password you're importing doesn't match a password you've saved to your Mac, you can see the related account, user name, and password saved to your Mac, then choose which ...

  22. How to Export Bookmarks to Safari from Firefox?

    Section 1: Export Bookmarks from Firefox. Open Bookmarks Settings on Firefox & click on the Import and Backup option. Select the Export Bookmarks to HTML Option to get the HTML File with Bookmarks Data. Section 2: Import Bookmarks on Safari. On the Safari Web Browser, click on the File, then Import From option.

  23. Add websites to your Favourites in Safari on Mac

    In the Safari app on your Mac, move the pointer over the Smart Search field.. Click and hold the One-Step Add button that appears at the left end of the field, then choose Favourites.. You can also click in the Smart Search field, then drag the URL of the website you're viewing to the Favourites bar near the top of the window, the Favourites folder in the sidebar or the Favourites area on ...

  24. How to Import and Export Browser Bookmarks or Favorites

    Netscape Communicator and Netscape 7.0 and above backing up bookmarks. In Netscape, click Bookmarks and then Manage Bookmarks, or press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+B.; In the Bookmark Manager, click Tools, then click Export.; Select the location where you want to export the file and click OK.; Netscape Communicator and Netscape 7.0 and above recovering backup files from Netscape backup or ...