How To Import Bookmarks Into Safari From Desktop

If you’re switching to Safari on your desktop and want to bring over your bookmarks from another browser (such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge), you can easily import them. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to import bookmarks into Safari on macOS.

Method 1: Importing Bookmarks Directly from Another Browser

Safari allows you to directly import bookmarks from other browsers installed on your Mac.

Step 1: Open Safari

• Launch Safari from your Applications folder or Dock.

Step 2: Go to the File Menu

• In the top menu bar, click File.
• From the drop-down menu, select Import From.

Step 3: Choose Your Browser

• You’ll see a list of installed browsers, such as Chrome or Firefox. Select the browser from which you want to import bookmarks.

Step 4: Select What to Import

• A pop-up window will appear asking which items you want to import. Check Bookmarks (you can also import history if you want).
• Click Import.

Step 5: Check Imported Bookmarks

• Once imported, your bookmarks will appear in the Bookmarks section of Safari. To view them, click Bookmarks in the menu bar or the Bookmarks icon (book icon) in the Safari toolbar.

Method 2: Importing Bookmarks from an HTML File

If your bookmarks are saved as an HTML file (commonly exported from other browsers), you can import them into Safari using the steps below.

Step 1: Export Bookmarks from Your Old Browser

• If you’re switching from a browser like Chrome or Firefox, you’ll first need to export the bookmarks as an HTML file. Here’s how:
  • Chrome: Go to Settings > Bookmarks > Bookmark Manager > Click the three-dot menu > Export Bookmarks.
  • Firefox: Go to Library > Bookmarks > Show All Bookmarks > Click the Import and Backup button > Export Bookmarks to HTML.

Step 2: Open Safari

• Launch Safari on your Mac.

Step 3: Go to the File Menu

• In the top menu bar, click File.
• Select Import From > Bookmarks HTML File.

Step 4: Choose the HTML File

• A file browser will open. Navigate to the location where you saved your exported bookmarks HTML file.
• Select the file and click Import.

Step 5: Check Imported Bookmarks

• Your bookmarks will now be available in Safari under the Bookmarks section.

Method 3: Syncing Bookmarks via iCloud

If you use Safari on another Apple device (like an iPhone or iPad) and have iCloud enabled, you can automatically sync bookmarks across all your devices.

Step 1: Enable iCloud Syncing

• Go to the Apple menu () and select System Settings or System Preferences.
• Click on Apple ID > iCloud.
• Ensure Safari is checked to enable iCloud syncing for bookmarks.

Step 2: Wait for Bookmarks to Sync

• Once iCloud syncing is enabled, your bookmarks from other devices will automatically appear in Safari on your Mac.

Conclusion

Whether you’re switching from another browser or want to sync bookmarks across devices, importing bookmarks into Safari is a straightforward process. You can import directly from other browsers, from an exported HTML file, or use iCloud to sync bookmarks automatically. This ensures that all your favorite websites are easily accessible in Safari, no matter where you’re browsing.