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--- backing_up_browser_data [2014/12/18 08:57] – abrashear
+++ backing_up_browser_data [2014/12/18 09:44] – Added guide to set up Firefox sync. abrashear
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 ====== Mozilla Firefox ======
 Firefox users can either back up their bookmarks only, or back up their entire profile. Backing up your entire profile is more complicated, but includes bookmarks, passwords, and preferences.
+The easiest and safest way to back up your Firefox data is to set up Firefox Sync.
+===== Set Up Firefox Sync =====
+When you [[https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/how-do-i-set-up-firefox-sync#w_sign-up-for-firefox-sync-on-your-computer|set up Firefox Sync]] on your computer, all of your data and preferences (such as your bookmarks, history, passwords, open tabs and installed add-ons) gets stored securely on the Mozilla servers. You can share all this information across all your devices and restore it to any device when needed.
+  - Click the menu button {{::firefox_menu.png?nolink|Firefox Menu Button}}, then **click Sign in to Sync**. The Firefox Sync page will open in a new tab.
+  - Click the **Get Started** button.
+  - Fill out the form to create an account and click **Next**.
+  - Check your email for the verification link and click on it to confirm your email address.
+You can view the [[https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/how-do-i-set-up-firefox-sync|full guide on Firefox Sync at Mozilla Support]].
 ===== Exporting Firefox Bookmarks =====