How to Export and Import Browser Bookmarks on Windows

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Export bookmarks from the source browser

   Open your current browser and locate the Bookmark Manager. In Google Chrome, press Ctrl+Shift+O, click the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner, and select Export Bookmarks. Save the resulting HTML file to a portable drive or cloud storage location accessible by the new PC.

   Note: Microsoft Edge users can follow the same shortcut and select Export Favorites from the menu.
2. 30 sec

   Transfer the bookmark file

   Ensure the bookmark HTML file is saved to your new Windows PC. If using a USB drive, insert it into the target machine and copy the file to the local Desktop or Documents folder.

3. 1 min

   Import bookmarks to the target browser

   Open the web browser on your new PC. Access the Bookmark Manager by pressing Ctrl+Shift+O, click the three-dot menu icon, and select Import Bookmarks.

   Note: Ctrl+Shift+O
4. 30 sec

   Select the source file

   Navigate to the folder where you saved the HTML file in step 2. Select the file and click Open to initiate the data transfer into your new browser profile.

5. 30 sec

   Confirm the bookmark migration

   Locate the new folder labeled Imported in your Bookmark Bar or Bookmark Manager. Verify that your saved links are present and functional.

   Note: If the folder is hidden, press Ctrl+Shift+B to toggle the visibility of your bookmark bar.