How to Import Your Favorites and Passwords in Microsoft Edge from Other Browsers
Importing favorites and passwords in Microsoft Edge moves saved website links and login details from Chrome or Firefox in under 60 seconds. This built-in tool copies bookmarks, saved passwords, and browsing history so you avoid retyping your login info.
You can bring over data up to 12 months old and choose specific items to move. Edge sets up your new browser instantly once the transfer finishes.
Open Microsoft Edge, go to Settings , then Profiles, and select Import browser data. Choose the browser you want to import from and select the data, such as favorites and passwords, to transfer. Click Import to begin the process.
How to Bring Favorites and Passwords from Chrome or Internet Explorer
You can import edge passwords and bookmarks directly from Chrome or Internet Explorer into Microsoft Edge using the built-in browser settings menu. Open Microsoft Edge, click the three dots in the top-right corner to open Settings and more, choose Settings, and select Import browser data to quickly transfer your saved login details and favorite websites in a few clicks.
- Open Microsoft Edge. Find the Edge browser icon (it’s blue and green) and open it.
- Go to Settings . Click the three dots in the top-right corner. This is the “Settings and more” menu. Click on it, then choose Settings.
Quick Tip: You can also typeedge://settings/into the address bar and press Enter. - Find the Import Section. On the left side of the Settings menu, scroll down and click on Profiles. Then, click on Import browser data.
- Choose Where to Import From. You’ll see “Import browser data.” Below that, choose the browser you want to import from. If it’s Chrome, click the Import data from Google Chrome button. If it’s Internet Explorer, click the Import data from IE11 button.
- Select What to Move. A box will pop up. Choose what you want to bring over: your Favorites (bookmarks), History, Passwords, or Settings. Check the boxes for the items you want. If you only want bookmarks, just check that box!
Be careful: Only import what you need. Old, unused bookmarks or passwords can make your new browser messy. - Start the Import. Click the blue Import button at the bottom of the box. Edge will move your data.
- Done! A message will say the import is finished. Click Done. Your imported favorites will likely be in a new folder on your Favorites bar, often named “Imported” or the name of the browser you imported from. Your passwords will be in Edge’s password manager.
What if I have a data file?
Archived browser data saved in a file format imports just as effectively. The application uses a procedure identical to direct browser-to-browser transfers.
Why do this?
Consolidating favorites and credentials prevents the tedious task of hunting down lost websites or resetting forgotten accounts. Essential resources populate the new environment immediately.
What happens when done?
Imported bookmarks populate a dedicated folder inside Edge upon completion. Credentials apply automatically whenever visiting recognized login pages. Previous browsing habits transition without missing a beat.
Summary
Methods for pulling favorite websites and passwords into Microsoft Edge cover transfers from Chrome, Internet Explorer, and exported backup files alike.
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