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,

KevTechSupport

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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.

Export Safari Bookmarks from iPhone

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.

Backup Safari Bookmarks to itunes

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.

Bookmarks Options

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.

Merge Safiri with Chrome

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.

Recover Export Safari Bookmarks

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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How to Export Bookmarks on Your iPad

Are you an iPad user who needs to export and save your bookmarks? Do you want to sync your iPad bookmarks across other Apple devices? If so, this blog post is for you!

Exporting your bookmarks from Safari on your iPad is a simple process. To start, first, open the Safari app. Once in Safari, go to File in the menu bar at the top of the screen and select “Export Bookmarks”. You will then be prompted to enter a name and target for where the bookmarks file should be saved (the default target is the desktop). Once you have entered this information, click “Save” and your bookmarks will be exported.

You can also sync your iPad bookmarks across all your other Apple devices. To do this, go to Settings on the device you want to sync with and tap on your name at the top of the list. Then select iCloud and scroll down to Safari. Flip the switch next to Safari to green, which will turn sharing on – if you already have bookmarks on your iPad device, you will also be asked if you want to merge them with existing local bookmarks.

Once syncing is complete, all of your saved websites will be accessible across all of your Apple devices – saving time by not having to re-enter information each time!

We hope this blog post has been helpful in guiding you through exporting and syncing your iPad bookmarks!

How to Export Bookmarks on Your iPad 1

Exporting Bookmarks from Safari on iPad

To export bookmarks from Safari on your iPad, first, open the Safari app. Then, tap the “Bookmarks” icon at the bottom of the screen. Next, select “Edit” in the top right corner and choose which bookmarks you’d like to export by tapping on them. Finally, tap on “Share” in the top left corner and select how you’d like to share your bookmarks – you can share them via email or save them to an external storage device such as a USB drive. Once you’ve selected how to share your bookmarks, simply follow the instructions to complete the export process.

Transferring Bookmarks From One iPad to Another

Transferring bookmarks from one iPad to another is a simple process, provided you have both devices set up with the same Apple ID. First, make sure that Safari’s iCloud bookmark sync feature is enabled on both iPads. To do this, go to the Settings app, tap your name at the top of the list, and then tap iCloud. Scroll down to Safari and make sure the switch next to it is turned green. Once this is done, any bookmarks stored in your iCloud account will be synced across devices with the same Apple ID. If you would like to transfer bookmarks from one iPad to another without using an iCloud account, you can use iTunes or a third-party file-sharing app such as Dropbox or Google Drive. Just export your bookmarks from one device using iTunes or your preferred file-sharing app and import them into your other device.

Saving Bookmarks on an iPad

Yes, you can save bookmarks on your iPad using the Safari app. To do this, open Safari and navigate to the website you want to bookmark. Then tap the Share button, which looks like a square box with an arrow pointing out of it. This will open up a menu of options, from which you can select “Add to Favorites” or “Add to Home Screen” to save the page as a bookmark. You can access your bookmarks at any time by tapping the Bookmark icon in Safari.

Where Are Safari Bookmarks Stored on an iPad?

Safari bookmarks on iPad are stored in iCloud. To access your bookmarks, open the Safari app and go to the Bookmarks tab. All of your bookmarks will be organized under the iCloud folder. You can also find them from within other apps, such as Notes and Pages, by tapping the Share button and then tapping Bookmarks.

Transferring Bookmarks from Safari to Chrome on iPad

Transferring bookmarks from Safari to Chrome on an iPad is easy. First, open Safari and go to File > Export Bookmarks. Save the file somewhere you can easily find it, like your desktop.

Next, open the Chrome app on your iPad and go to Bookmarks > Import Bookmarks and Settings… In the window that appears, select Safari in the dropdown. Check the box next to Favorites/Bookmarks. Select the Bookmarks HTML file in the dropdown, then click Choose File and select the Safari-exported file. Finally, click the Import button.

Your bookmarks from Safari should now be imported into Chrome!

Transferring Bookmarks from Tablet to Computer

To transfer your bookmarks from your tablet to your computer, you will need to first enable sync on both devices. To do this, open the Chrome app on both devices and navigate to the ‘Settings’ menu. On each device, select ‘Turn on sync’ and choose the same Google Account for both devices. Then, select ‘Combine my data’ and create a passphrase. Once that is done, the bookmarks should automatically sync between your tablet and computer whenever you log in with the same account.

Syncing Safari Bookmarks with iPad

Yes, you can sync Safari bookmarks with your iPad. iCloud allows you to easily sync your bookmarks across multiple devices, including your iPad. All you need to do is enable iCloud on both your Mac and iPad. On your Mac, open System Preferences, click on iCloud, and sign in with your Apple ID. Then select the boxes next to Safari and Keychain to enable syncing of those items. On your iPad, open Settings and then tap on iCloud. Log in with the same Apple ID and then make sure that the Safari switch is turned on for syncing bookmarks between the two devices. Once enabled, any changes made to bookmarks on either device will automatically be reflected on the other device shortly after.

Exporting Chrome Bookmarks from an iPad

To export Chrome bookmarks from your iPad, you first need to open the Chrome app. Then tap on the menu icon in the upper right corner of the screen and select Bookmarks. This will take you to a list of all your saved bookmarks. At the top of the page, you’ll see an option called ‘Export’. Tap on it and then choose where you want to save your exported file (e.g., iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or Google Drive). Once exported, you can open the file on a computer or other device and use it to import your bookmarks into another browser.

In conclusion, exporting bookmarks from an iPad is a simple process that allows for easy access to websites and information. To export bookmarks from Safari, one must open the Safari app, select “File” in the menu bar, click “Export Bookmarks” and enter a name and target for the bookmarks file. Additionally, users can sync their iPad bookmarks with other Apple devices by turning on sharing in iCloud settings. Finally, users can also export bookmarks into an HTML file which can be used in other browsers. With these steps, iPad users are now able to easily store and access their most frequently visited websites.

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Introduction

Safari, Apple's native web browser, is renowned for its sleek interface, robust performance, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Whether you're a casual user or a seasoned professional, Safari's bookmarking feature is a valuable tool for organizing and accessing your favorite websites with ease. However, there are instances when you may need to export your bookmarks, such as when migrating to a new device or backing up your browsing data.

In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of exporting bookmarks in Safari, empowering you to preserve your carefully curated collection of saved websites. By following these simple steps, you can safeguard your bookmarks and ensure that they remain accessible across different platforms or in the event of unexpected data loss.

Let's embark on this journey to unlock the potential of Safari's bookmark export feature. Whether you're a digital nomad, a tech enthusiast, or simply someone who values the convenience of having your favorite websites at your fingertips, this guide will equip you with the knowledge to safeguard your browsing treasures. So, without further ado, let's delve into the world of Safari bookmark exportation and take control of your online browsing experience.

Step 1: Open Safari

To begin the process of exporting bookmarks in Safari, you first need to launch the Safari web browser on your Mac or iOS device. Safari is seamlessly integrated into the Apple ecosystem, offering a user-friendly interface and a wide array of features designed to enhance your browsing experience.

On a Mac, you can easily open Safari by clicking on the Safari icon located in the Dock or by searching for Safari in the Applications folder and launching it from there. Alternatively, you can utilize Spotlight search by pressing Command + Space, typing "Safari," and hitting Enter to open the browser swiftly.

If you're using an iOS device such as an iPhone or iPad, you can access Safari by locating the Safari app icon on your home screen and tapping on it to launch the browser. With its intuitive design and smooth navigation, Safari provides a seamless browsing experience on both Mac and iOS platforms.

Once Safari is up and running, you're ready to proceed to the next step of exporting your valuable bookmarks. This marks the initial stage of the bookmark exportation process, setting the stage for the subsequent steps that will enable you to safeguard and transfer your bookmark collection with ease.

By opening Safari, you've taken the crucial first step towards unlocking the potential of Safari's bookmark export feature. With the browser at your fingertips, you're now poised to delve into the realm of bookmark management and preservation, ensuring that your cherished collection of saved websites remains secure and accessible across various platforms.

Now that Safari is open, let's move on to the next step and delve into the process of accessing your bookmarks within the browser, setting the stage for the subsequent steps that will culminate in the successful exportation of your bookmarks.

Step 2: Access the Bookmarks

After launching Safari, accessing your bookmarks is the next crucial step in the process of exporting them. Safari offers a seamless and intuitive method for accessing your saved bookmarks, allowing you to effortlessly navigate through your collection of favorite websites.

On both Mac and iOS devices, accessing bookmarks in Safari follows a similar approach. In the Safari browser, you can find the bookmarks bar located just below the address bar. By clicking on the bookmarks icon, represented by an open book symbol, you can reveal a dropdown menu displaying your bookmarked websites. This convenient feature provides quick access to your saved bookmarks, enabling you to explore and manage your collection with ease.

Furthermore, Safari offers a dedicated Bookmarks menu in the top menu bar on Mac, allowing you to access your bookmarks with a single click. By clicking on the "Bookmarks" option in the menu bar, you can effortlessly navigate through your bookmarked websites, streamlining the process of managing and organizing your saved webpages.

On iOS devices, accessing bookmarks in Safari is equally straightforward. By tapping on the bookmarks icon, represented by an open book symbol, you can reveal your bookmarked websites, providing instant access to your collection of saved webpages. This user-friendly approach ensures that you can easily explore and manage your bookmarks on the go, enhancing the overall browsing experience on your iOS device.

In addition to the bookmarks bar and the Bookmarks menu, Safari also offers a dedicated Bookmarks sidebar on Mac, providing a comprehensive view of your bookmarked websites. By clicking on the sidebar icon in the Safari toolbar, you can reveal the Bookmarks sidebar, offering a convenient way to access and organize your saved websites within the browser.

By accessing your bookmarks in Safari, you're one step closer to preserving and exporting your valuable collection of saved websites. With the bookmarks readily accessible within the browser, you're now poised to proceed to the next steps, culminating in the successful exportation of your bookmarks.

Now that you've accessed your bookmarks in Safari, let's move on to the subsequent steps, empowering you to export your cherished collection of saved websites and ensure their accessibility across different platforms.

Step 3: Export Bookmarks

Once you have accessed your bookmarks in Safari, the next pivotal step is to initiate the process of exporting them. Safari provides a seamless method for exporting bookmarks, allowing you to preserve your carefully curated collection of saved websites for future use or migration to another device.

On both Mac and iOS devices, Safari offers a straightforward approach to exporting bookmarks. To commence the exportation process, navigate to the "File" menu on the Safari toolbar. Within the "File" menu, you will find the "Export Bookmarks" option, which serves as the gateway to exporting your valuable collection of saved websites.

Upon selecting the "Export Bookmarks" option, Safari presents you with the opportunity to specify the destination for the exported bookmarks file. You can choose a suitable location on your device where the exported file will be saved, ensuring that it remains easily accessible for future use or transfer to another platform.

Safari allows you to name the exported file, providing the flexibility to assign a descriptive and recognizable name to the file. By giving the exported file a meaningful name, you can easily identify and locate it when needed, streamlining the process of managing and utilizing your exported bookmarks.

Furthermore, Safari offers the option to select the file format for the exported bookmarks. You can choose between the HTML and the JSON format, each offering distinct advantages based on your specific requirements. The HTML format is widely compatible and can be easily imported into various web browsers, while the JSON format is ideal for advanced users and developers seeking to manipulate the bookmark data programmatically.

By offering these customizable options, Safari empowers you to tailor the exportation process according to your preferences and intended use of the exported bookmarks. Whether you prioritize compatibility, accessibility, or advanced manipulation of bookmark data, Safari provides the flexibility to accommodate your unique needs.

With the exportation settings configured to your preference, you can proceed to initiate the export process, generating the file containing your valuable collection of saved websites. By following these simple steps, you can safeguard your bookmarks and ensure their availability for future use, migration, or backup purposes.

By exporting your bookmarks in Safari, you have taken a proactive step towards preserving your browsing treasures, ensuring that your carefully curated collection of saved websites remains secure and accessible across different platforms. This marks a significant milestone in the process of managing and safeguarding your online browsing experience, empowering you to maintain control over your valuable bookmark collection.

Step 4: Choose the Destination

After initiating the export process in Safari, the next crucial step is to choose the destination for the exported bookmarks file. Safari provides users with the flexibility to specify the location where the exported file will be saved, ensuring easy accessibility and seamless integration into their browsing ecosystem.

When prompted to choose the destination for the exported bookmarks file, users can navigate to the desired location on their device. This can include the desktop, a specific folder, or any other preferred directory where the exported file will be easily retrievable. By offering this level of customization, Safari empowers users to organize their exported bookmarks according to their individual preferences, streamlining the process of managing and utilizing their valuable collection of saved websites.

Furthermore, Safari allows users to assign a descriptive and recognizable name to the exported file. By naming the file in a meaningful and identifiable manner, users can effortlessly locate and distinguish it from other files on their device. This naming flexibility enhances the overall organization of the exported bookmarks, ensuring that users can readily identify and access their valuable collection of saved websites when needed.

In addition to specifying the destination and naming the exported file, Safari presents users with the option to choose the file format for the exported bookmarks. Users can select between the HTML and JSON formats, each offering distinct advantages based on their specific requirements. The HTML format is widely compatible and can be easily imported into various web browsers, ensuring seamless accessibility and integration. On the other hand, the JSON format is ideal for advanced users and developers seeking to manipulate the bookmark data programmatically, offering a versatile approach to managing and utilizing bookmark data.

By providing these customizable options, Safari enables users to tailor the exportation process according to their unique preferences and intended use of the exported bookmarks. This level of customization ensures that users can seamlessly integrate their exported bookmarks into their browsing environment, whether for personal use, migration to another platform, or backup purposes.

With the destination chosen and the exportation settings configured to their preference, users can proceed to save the exported bookmarks file, finalizing the export process. By following these intuitive steps, users can effectively manage and safeguard their valuable collection of saved websites, ensuring their accessibility and preservation for future use.

This marks a pivotal stage in the process of exporting bookmarks in Safari, empowering users to take control of their browsing treasures and maintain seamless access to their favorite websites across different platforms.

Step 5: Save the Exported File

Once you have configured the exportation settings and chosen the destination for the exported bookmarks file, the final step is to save the file, completing the export process in Safari. This pivotal stage ensures that your carefully curated collection of saved websites is preserved in a convenient and accessible format, ready for future use, migration, or backup purposes.

Upon finalizing the export settings, Safari prompts you to confirm the saving of the exported file. By clicking the "Save" or "Export" button, depending on your device, the file containing your valuable collection of saved websites is generated and stored in the specified destination. This seamless process ensures that your bookmarks are safeguarded and readily available for integration into your browsing ecosystem.

By saving the exported file, you solidify the preservation of your browsing treasures, empowering you to maintain control over your favorite websites across different platforms. Whether you're transitioning to a new device, seeking to create a backup of your browsing data, or simply organizing your bookmark collection, this final step ensures that your valuable bookmarks remain secure and accessible.

Furthermore, the saved exported file serves as a versatile asset, offering the flexibility to import your bookmarks into various web browsers or platforms. The HTML format, widely compatible and easily importable, allows for seamless integration into different browsing environments, ensuring that your favorite websites are readily accessible wherever your online journey takes you.

For advanced users and developers, the JSON format provides a versatile approach to manipulating bookmark data programmatically, offering a myriad of possibilities for managing and utilizing your bookmark collection. This level of flexibility ensures that your exported bookmarks can be tailored to suit your specific needs and preferences, enhancing the overall utility of your saved websites.

By completing the process of saving the exported file, you have successfully preserved your cherished collection of saved websites, empowering you to maintain seamless access to your favorite online destinations. This marks the culmination of the bookmark exportation process in Safari, providing you with the assurance that your browsing treasures are safeguarded and ready for use whenever the need arises.

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How to add bookmarks on an iPad, and sync them across all of your Apple devices

  • Using Apple's Safari browser, you can easily bookmark your favorite websites on an iPad .
  • You can see the same bookmarks on your iPad as on your Mac or create a unique set of bookmarks for each device.
  • You can even add an icon for a favorite website to your iPad's home screen — no browsing required.
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The version of Safari you have on your iPad has some nifty features that make web browsing convenient and easy.

You can add any webpage as a bookmark, and even turn your favorite websites into buttons on your home screen to access with a single click, like you would an app.

How to set and delete a bookmark in Safari on iPad

Creating a bookmark on your iPad takes just a few steps.

1. Open the webpage you want to bookmark in Safari.

2. Press and hold the bookmark icon on the upper left of the screen.

3. A box will pop down that gives you the option to add the page to your reading list or add a bookmark. Choose "Add Bookmark."

4. Another box pops down that gives you options for where to save your bookmark. The default is Favorites. When you add a bookmark to Favorites, its icon appears on your screen every time you open a new Safari tab. A drop down box with your favorites also appears when you tap into the search field. You can open a favorite by touching the icon. Your other basic location option is a folder called Bookmarks. Tap "Location" and a list of available locations for your bookmark will drop down.

You can also create a bookmark using the share icon on the upper right corner of your screen.

2. Tap the share icon. A box drops down with sharing options. Drag the bottom line to the left to see bookmarking options.

3. Choose "Add Bookmark" to add to your bookmarks. A box will drop down that allows you to choose your bookmark location.

4. If you know you want to add the bookmark to your favorites, tap the "Add to Favorites" icon from the bottom line of the drop-down menu.

5. Tap "Save" to save your bookmark.

You can toggle a list of your bookmarks on the left side of your browser screen by tapping the bookmarks icon. To delete a bookmark, simply swipe left on the line with the website name. A red Delete box will appear. Click "Delete" and the bookmark will disappear.

How to organize your bookmarks

To change the order of your bookmarks, open Bookmarks by tapping the icon. Touch and hold a bookmark and drag it up or down.

If you have a lot of bookmarks, you may want to organize them into folders. You can put a folder in Favorites, so it will appear in each new browser window.

1. Tap the bookmark icon to display your bookmarks.

2. Tap "Edit" at the bottom right of your bookmarks list.

3. New Folder will appear at the bottom left. Tap that.

4. Name your new folder and choose its location. The default location is Favorites. Tap Location for a drop-down list of possible locations. Favorites and Bookmarks are the two locations where all bookmarks live. If you don't want your folder to appear on the Favorites page, choose Bookmarks at the location.

5. Your folders will appear in the locations dropdown menu. You can add new bookmarks and new subfolders to your existing folders. To add an existing bookmark to a new folder, tap the sharing icon, then tap the Add Bookmark icon. The drop-down box will let you edit your bookmark location. You can also edit bookmark location in the bookmarks list on the right of your screen.

How to sync your iPad bookmarks across your other Apple devices

If you use the Safari browser on your Mac , iPhone , or other Apple devices, you can use the same bookmarks, including your favorites, as your iPad . All devices must be signed into the same iCloud account to share bookmarks.

1. Go to the Settings app and tap the box with your name at the top of the list.

2. Tap iCloud.

3. Scroll down to Safari and flip the switch to green to turn sharing on. If you have bookmarks on your iPad, you'll be asked to merge your local bookmarks. Note: if you later turn off sharing on you iPad, you'll lose the local bookmarks you set up before you turned sharing on.

You can also turn a webpage browser window into an icon on your iPad home screen.

1. Open the webpage for which you want an icon.

2. Tap the sharing icon at the top right side of the screen.

3. A box will appear with sharing options. Drag the bottom row to the left until you see the Add to Home Screen icon. Tap this icon.

4. An icon will appear on your home screen. When you tap it, you'll be taken to a browser window for the webpage.

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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. 

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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. 

Transfer Safari Bookmarks from iPhone to PC/Mac via iCloud

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. 

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  • 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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How to sync any browser's bookmarks with your ipad or iphone.

Apple makes it easy to synchronize bookmarks between the Safari browser on a Mac and the Safari browser on iOS, but you don't have to use Safari -- or a Mac -- to sync your bookmarks back and forth.

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You can do this with any browser. Whether you're using Chrome, Firefox, or even Internet Explorer, there's a way to sync your browser bookmarks so you can access your same bookmarks on your iPad.

Apple's iCloud service is the officially supported way to sync data with your iPad or iPhone. It's included on Macs, but Apple also offers similar iCloud bookmark syncing features for Windows.

On a Mac, this should be enabled by default. To check whether it's enabled, you can launch the System Preferences panel on your Mac, open the iCloud preferences panel, and ensure the Safari option is checked.

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If you're using Safari on Windows -- well, you shouldn't be. Apple is no longer updating Safari for Windows . iCloud allows you to synchronize bookmarks between other browsers on your Windows system and Safari on your iOS device, so Safari isn't necessary.

To get started, download Apple's iCloud Control Panel application for Windows and install it. Launch the iCloud Control Panel and log in with the same iCloud account (Apple ID) you use on your iPad or iPhone.

You'll be able to enable Bookmark syncing with Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Chrome. Click the Options button to select the browser you want to synchronize bookmarks with. (Note that bookmarks are called "favorites" in Internet Explorer.)

You'll be able to access your synced bookmarks in the Safari browser on your iPad or iPhone, and they'll sync back and forth automatically over the Internet.

Google Chrome also has its own built-in sync feature and Google provides an official Chrome app for iPad and iPhone. If you're a Chrome user, you can set up Chrome Sync on your desktop version of Chrome -- you should already have this enabled if you have logged into your Chrome browser.

You can check if this Chrome Sync is enabled by opening Chrome's settings screen and seeing whether you're signed in. Click the Advanced sync settings button and ensure bookmark syncing is enabled.

Once you have Chrome Sync set up, you can install the Chrome app from the App Store and sign in with the same Google account. Your bookmarks, as well as other data like your open browser tabs, will automatically sync.

This can be a better solution because the Chrome browser is available for so many platforms and you gain the ability to synchronize other browser data, such as your open browser tabs, between your devices. Unfortunately, the Chrome browser is slower than Apple's own Safari browser on iPad and iPhone because of the way Apple limits third-party browsers, so using it involves a trade-off.

iTunes also allows you to sync bookmarks between your computer and your iPad or iPhone. It does this the old-fashioned way, by initiating a manual sync when your device is plugged in via USB. To access this option, connect your device to your computer, select the device in iTunes, and click the Info tab.

Related: How to Never Use iTunes With Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

This is the more outdated way of synchronizing your bookmarks. This feature may be useful if you want to create a one-time copy of your bookmarks from your PC, but it's nowhere near ideal for regular syncing. You don't have to use this feature, just as you really don't have to use iTunes anymore . In fact, this option is unavailable if you've set up iCloud syncing in iTunes.

After you set up bookmark syncing via iCloud or Chrome Sync, bookmarks will sync immediately after you save, remove, or edit them.

How to save all open Safari tabs as bookmarks on iPhone and iPad

Have you ever been researching something in Safari on iPhone or iPad and wanted to save the links for all of those open tabs? Sure, you can bookmark each one individually , but that’s a tedious task that takes longer than it should. If you follow the steps below, you can save significant time by bookmarking all open Safari tabs in just a few taps.

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Save all open tabs in Safari on iPhone or iPad

With Safari open along with the tabs you want to save, just follow these steps to bookmark those links as a group:

1) Tap and hold the Bookmark button (open book icon) at the top on iPad or bottom on iPhone.

2) Select Add Bookmarks for [number] Tabs .

Add Bookmarks for Tabs Safari iPadOS

3) This will create a new folder for those tabs. So, give your folder a name and select the location .

4) Select  Save .

Save Folder for Tabs Safari iPadOS

Done and done!

This new feature really is a handy one for those who open multiple tabs in Safari and want to keep them all.

For someone who needs to save handfuls of bookmarks, this is a terrific feature for Safari on iOS and iPadOS and a true time-saver.

What are your thoughts on this new feature? Is it one you’ve been waiting for as well? Feel free to share what you think about it in the comments below.

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With iCloud, your Safari bookmarks, Reading List, and open browser tabs stay up to date on all your devices.

Access the same bookmarks, Reading List, and tabs on all your devices

When you set up iCloud for Safari , your Safari bookmarks, Reading List, Tab Groups, and open browser tabs are stored in the cloud, which frees up space on your device. You can access that information on any device that’s set up for iCloud and Safari, including your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Mac. You can access your bookmarks on a Windows computer.

Because your information is in the cloud, changes you make on one device—like bookmarking a new website, removing an item from your Reading List, or opening a new tab—automatically appear on all your devices. You see the most up-to-date version of your bookmarks, Reading List, Tab Groups, and open browser tabs, no matter where you access them.

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Are you trying to back up or import your bookmarks to Safari? It's an easy process if you're using a computer! If you want to sync your bookmarks to your iPhone or iPad, you'll need to do a few extra steps. This wikiHow article teaches you how to import bookmarks to Safari whether you're moving from Google Chrome, Firefox, or any other browser.

Quick Tips to Move Your Safari Bookmarks

To import bookmarks from another browser in Safari, click File , Import From , and then select a browser. You can also export your bookmarks into an HTML file in Chrome, Firefox, or another browser, and then import it with Safari.

Step 1 Open Safari.

  • Use this method if you want to import bookmarks from Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox into Safari on your Mac device.
  • If this is your first time opening Safari, importing from Chrome or Firefox can be automatic if you choose Keep your imported items . If you didn't opt for that, continue reading to manually import bookmarks from Chrome and Firefox.

Step 2 Click File and hover over Import From.

  • If this button is greyed out and unclickable, make sure Chrome or Firefox is not open in the background.
  • If you imported passwords, you may need to enter your admin password before you can continue.

Step 1 Export your bookmarks into an HTML file.

  • Click ⋮ in the top-right corner.
  • Hover over Bookmarks and lists .
  • Click Bookmark manager .
  • Click Export bookmarks . [3] X Research source
  • Select a save location.
  • Click ☰ in the top-right corner.
  • Click Bookmarks .
  • Click Manage bookmarks .
  • Click Import and Backup .
  • Click Export Bookmarks to HTML… [4] X Research source

Step 2 Open Safari.

  • Imported bookmarks will appear under "Bookmarks" in the sidebar. [7] X Research source

Step 1 Open Safari on your computer.

  • Safari is unavailable for Windows devices.

Step 2 Click the Apple menu and click System Preferences.

  • Enter your password if prompted.

Step 8 Tap iCloud.

  • You may need to tap Show all to see it. [12] X Research source

Step 10 Confirm that your bookmarks were imported.

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  • Keep a copy of your bookmarks' HTML file on hand as a backup in case you lose your bookmarks. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
  • You can continue to add bookmarks to your library from within Safari by pressing ⌘ Command + D . Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
  • To see a non-Safari browser's favorites on mobile, export that browser's HTML file to your desktop, import it into Safari, and then sync your mobile with iCloud. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0

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  • ↑ https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/export-firefox-bookmarks-to-backup-or-transfer
  • ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-al/guide/safari/ibrw1015/mac
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How to export Safari bookmarks: Saving your favourite websites

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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

Step-by-step tutorial: how to export your safari bookmarks, how to export safari bookmarks on ios devices.

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 .

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 ”:

Safari File menu: “Export Bookmarks” button

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:

Exporting Safari bookmarks: Tagging option

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 ”.

Exporting Safari bookmarks in macOS

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:

Safari and Desktop in macOS

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 .

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:

iOS: “Settings” menu

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

Apple ID menu in iOS

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:

Choosing apps for iCloud 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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You may need to export your Firefox bookmarks to an HTML file if you want to import them later or use them in another browser. That way you won’t have to transfer your Firefox bookmarks manually, saving you a lot of time compared to moving them over one by one. We’ll show you how to export Firefox bookmarks with just a few clicks.

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Export Edge Bookmarks: How to Save Your Favourites

Although this feature was previously unavailable, you can now also export your favourites using Edge, the successor to Internet Explorer. This way, you can easily save your bookmarks as a file and integrate them into another browser or Edge installation. But where exactly can you find the export bookmarks option in Edge? And how does it work?

If you find an interesting website that you want to visit again later, you can simply save it as a bookmark in Apple’s default Safari browser – and do the same with projects that you need to open daily. You can even export Safari bookmarks to transfer them to another device or browser. We’ll explain how it works in this guide.

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Safari has been a real treat on iOS 13 and iPadOS. It’s chock-full of amazing features such as an always-on desktop mode, full-fledged support for downloads , and personalized site settings. I’m starting to use it more and more, which is surprising considering my history as a Chrome fanatic .

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But moving between browsers isn’t easy. While I don’t mind copying over my passwords from Chrome to Safari gradually as when needed, I can’t work without my bookmarks. However, neither Safari nor Chrome for iOS offer the ability to import or export bookmarks. That is maddening.

Thankfully, there’s are workarounds. As long as you have access to either a PC or a Mac, you can get your Chrome bookmarks imported to Safari pretty quickly. Let me show you how.

Windows: Sync to Safari with the iCloud Bookmark Extension

On Windows, you can easily use the iCloud Bookmarks extension for Chrome to sync your bookmarks over to Safari via iCloud. Yeah, it’s that easy. But on the downside, you must also install the iCloud app on your computer — it measures around 200MB. You can choose to either keep it around once you’ve got your bookmarks synced over to Safari or delete it afterward.

iCloud for Windows comes in two different versions — as a traditional desktop application and as a Windows Store app. However, I recommend installing the latter since it carries far fewer bugs compared to the desktop version. If you are interested, you can also read my comparison of both versions .

And one more thing — this procedure is a two-way street. Remember that I said ‘sync,’ not ‘import.’ So any bookmarks already present within Safari will also sync over to Chrome.

Since you now know what’s involved, let’s go through the steps required to get your bookmarks synced over to Safari.

Step 1: Open Chrome, and then install the iCloud Bookmarks extension via the Chrome Web Store.

Download iCloud Bookmarks

Once you’ve finished installing the extension, exit Chrome.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 1

S tep 2: Install the iCloud Windows Store app.

Download iCloud

Alternatively, you can install the iCloud desktop app by downloading the iCloud installer from the Apple website.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 2

S tep 3: Once the iCloud app finishes installing, sign into it with your Apple ID when prompted.

On the iCloud window that shows up subsequently, click Options next to Bookmarks, and then select Chrome. Finally, click Apply, and then restart your computer.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 3

Step 4: Open Chrome after the reboot, and then click on the iCloud Bookmarks extension next to the address bar. You should see the message ‘Your Chrome bookmarks are synced with iCloud.’ This means that your Chrome bookmarks are now available in iCloud.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 4

S tep 5: Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. Next, tap your profile, tap iCloud, and then make sure that the toggle next to Safari is enabled. That is to verify that iCloud syncing is active for Safari.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 5

Launch Safari. Head over to the Bookmarks screen, and you should see your Chrome bookmarks listed within. That wasn’t hard at all.

You can now choose to either keep the iCloud Bookmarks extension on Chrome or just delete it altogether. Same applies to the iCloud app. If you retain them, then both browsers will sync your bookmarks with each other whenever you launch Chrome on your PC. That would be nice to have if you intend to keep switching between both browsers on your iPhone or iPad.

Mac: Import to Safari and Sync via iCloud

On a Mac, things are much easier compared to Windows. It simply involves importing your Chrome bookmarks to Safari (which is just super-easy) and then syncing them over iCloud. Let’s check the steps.

Step 1: If you don’t have Chrome installed on your Mac , then do it now. You can remove it once you’ve finished importing your bookmarks over to Safari if you want to.

Download Google Chrome

Afterward, open Chrome, and then sign in with your Google Account credentials to download your bookmarks.

Step 2: Open Safari, and then click File on the menu bar. Point to Import From, and then click Google Chrome.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 6

S tep 2: On the pop-up box that shows up, check the box next to Bookmarks, and then click Import. You can also import your Chrome history if you want to.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 7

Step 3: Verify that iCloud syncing is enabled for Safari. To do that, open the Apple menu, click System Preferences, and then click iCloud. The box next to Safari should be checked.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 8

S tep 4: The same goes for your iOS device. On the Settings app, tap your profile, tap iCloud, and then verify that the switch next to Safari is enabled.

Import Chrome Bookmarks To Safari 9

Now, it’s just a matter of launching Safari on your iPhone or iPad and seeing your Chrome bookmarks in all their glory.

Chrome Bookmarked!

It’s just ridiculous that the major browsers on iPhone and iPad lack any sort of export/import functionality for bookmarks. That’s just basic stuff, right? But at least, it doesn’t take long to get you bookmarks imported to Safari using the methods above.

Next up: On iPadOS, Safari is a force to be reckoned with. Here are seven awesome tips and tricks that you can try out to enhance your browsing experience even more.

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Importing bookmarks from Safari in iPad to Brave

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I don’t see any option in settings to import bookmarks from the Safari browser. Additionally, Brave isn’t syncing with my Windows 10 laptop. That would eliminate the need to import bookmarks from Safari, although I would prefer that since Safari has more bookmarks I’d like to import. Can anyone please help? I like the Brave browser and wish to keep using it. Thank you. Description of the issue:

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Hello there @Preacher1 let me kindly inform you that in order to import your Bookmarks from Safari to Brave, you will have to create a HTML file.

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  • To use the exported bookmarks in another browser, import the file named “Safari Bookmarks.html.”
  • While in Brave tap on the 3 dot menu (this will open a small window showing additional options)
  • Select bookmarks (this will take you to your bookmark manager)
  • Click on the share icon – note that you must be at root level (the screen in this step) in order for the Share button to appear.
  • Select Import or Export

Being that said, could you please provide more details about why you are unable to use Brave sync with your PC?

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With my previous laptop, i could sync my chrome bookmarks on my laptop with the safari bookmarks in my ipad using icloud and choosing 'chrome' in the browser selection in the icloud application in the laptop (there are 3 choices there: internet explorer, Firefox and Chrome). That worked fine.

Now I have a new laptop with Microsoft Edge on it. Suppose I import all the bookmarks from Chrome to Edge, can i now sync the Edge bookmarks with the safari bookmarks on the ipad using icloud in the same way. I am asking because there is no "Edge" entry in the icloud application. What shall i choose (if possible at all..) in this case (IE-?, Firefox-No!, Chrome-No!). Is this doable or shall i stay with chrome on new laptop and safari on ipad ?

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Thanks for your post in Microsoft Community.

It sounds like that you currently need to sync bookmarks to the Microsoft Edge. As Chrome and iClound are not a product of Microsoft, we cannot provide you with more help, but here are some suggestions:

Since there is no option to sync directly to the Edge, it seems like you have to take two steps.Since IE and Edge are the products of Microsoft, you can try to sync IE first and then sync to Edge.And Since Edge and Chrome are the same core, you can try to sync Chrome first and then sync to Edge.

If direct synchronization does not solve the problem, you can try to export bookmarks from other browsers and then import Edge.

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This is easily doable, though not necessarily intuitive. Since Microsoft Edge can install Chrome extensions, you simply need to install the iCloud Chrome extension in Edge ( iCloud Bookmarks - Chrome Web Store (google.com) ) and select Chrome in the iCloud application (you might want to remove the extension from your Chrome application in order to prevent conflicts).

I've just used this setup successfully to sync Edge bookmarks with Safari on iOS (iPhone and iPad); it seems the iCloud application accepts the sync instructions from Edge because it is the same engine (Chromium).

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This is easily doable, though not necessarily intuitive. Since Microsoft Edge can install Chrome extensions, you simply need to install the iCloud Chrome extension in Edge ( iCloud Bookmarks - Chrome Web Store (google.com) ) and select Chrome in the iCloud application (you might want to remove the extension from your Chrome application in order to prevent conflicts). I've just used this setup successfully to sync Edge bookmarks with Safari on iOS (iPhone and iPad); it seems the iCloud application accepts the sync instructions from Edge because it is the same engine (Chromium).

Thank you for your reply.

For the time beeing , i decided to stay with chrome/safari combo, since it works fine and sufficiently fast for me and i am familiar with it.

I will keep your post anyway if i need it in the future.

Thanks again.

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  1. How to Export iPad Safari Bookmarks

    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.

  2. How can I transfer my Safari bookmarks wi…

    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).

  3. 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.

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

    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. Firefox: Launch Firefox on Mac and press Command ...

  5. How to Export Bookmarks on Your iPad

    To export bookmarks from Safari on your iPad, first, open the Safari app. Then, tap the "Bookmarks" icon at the bottom of the screen. Next, select "Edit" in the top right corner and choose ...

  6. Bookmark a website in Safari on iPad

    Tap , then tap Bookmarks. Create a new folder: Tap New Folder at the bottom left, enter a name, then tap Done. Move a bookmark into a folder: Tap the bookmark, tap the Location, then tap a folder. Tap to return to your bookmarks. Delete bookmarks: Tap . Rename bookmarks: Tap the bookmark, enter a new name, then tap Done.

  7. How do I Export iPad Safari Bookmarks to iPhone/Mac/Win

    Step 1: Catch iCloud. As a user of the iPad, you have already saved your important bookmarks in safari; firstly, open the App settings and catch iCloud to your device, then tap on it. Step 2: To Synchronize Select Safari. To find the safari option, scroll down, tap into it, and activate the function.

  8. How To Save Safari Bookmarks

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