How to backup Mozilla Firefox bookmarks

Overview

Below are the steps for backing up Mozilla Firefox bookmarks. This should be done when your computer is being wiped, re-imaged, or transferred to another location, or if instructed by University of Oregon IT staff.

If you need to restore your Firefox bookmarks from a backup, please see How to restore Mozilla Firefox bookmarks.

If you need to back up Microsoft Edge favorites and passwords, please see How to back up Microsoft Edge favorites and passwords.

Steps for backing up bookmarks

1. Open Firefox.
2. Open the menu ≡ (menu icon). 
3. Click Bookmarks.
4. Click Manage Bookmarks.
5. Click the Import and backup your bookmarks button ↓↑ ∨ from the toolbar.
6. Click Backup.
7. Choose a location to save the file.
   • It is recommended that you save the file to your personal drive or a USB in an easy-to-find location.