How do I set up Sync on my computer?

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Sync lets you share your data and preferences (such as your bookmarks, history, passwords, open tabs and installed add-ons) across all your devices. This article shows you how to set up Sync.

Sync lets you share your data and preferences (such as your bookmarks, history, passwords, open tabs, Reading List and installed add-ons) across all your devices. This article shows you how to set up Firefox Sync.

Important: Sync requires the latest version of Firefox. Make sure you update Firefox on any computers or Android devices. Then, if necessary, update Sync.

Please update to the latest version of Firefox to use these features.

Part 1: Create a Firefox Sync account

  1. Click the menu button The image "new fx menu" does not exist., then click Sign in to Sync. The Firefox Sync page will open in a new tab.
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    Note: If you don't see a Sync section in the menu, you are still signed in to the old version of Sync. Please see Sync your Firefox bookmarks, history, passwords and more.
  2. Click the Get Started button.
  3. Fill out the form to create an account and click Next. Take note of the email address and password you used, you'll need it later to log in.
  4. Check your emails for the verification link and click on it to confirm your email address. You're ready to go!
  5. To connect your other devices to Firefox Sync continue with Part 2.

Part 2: Connect additional devices to Firefox Sync

All you have to do is log in and let Sync do the rest. To log in you need the email address and password you used in Part 1.

  1. Click the menu button The image "new fx menu" does not exist., and then Sign in to Sync.
  2. Click the Get Started button to open the Create a Firefox account page.
  3. Click on the Already have an account? Sign in link at the bottom of the page.
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  4. Enter the email and password you used to create your new Sync account.
  5. After you've signed in, Firefox Sync will start synchronizing your information across your connected devices.
To choose what information to sync, see How do I choose what information to sync on Firefox?

To connect your mobile devices, see:

Remove a device from Sync

  1. Click the menu button The image "new fx menu" does not exist. to expand the menu.
  2. Click on your Sync account name (usually your email address) to open the Sync preferences.
  3. Click Disconnect. Your device will no longer be synchronized.