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saved passwords in windows10

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Bagwell67
Bagwell67
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Hello,

I am thinking of upgrading to Windows 10 but understand that all my saved passwords will be lost. Is this true???

Hello, I am thinking of upgrading to Windows 10 but understand that all my saved passwords will be lost. Is this true???

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Machine Master
Machine Master
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Hello there,

No, you can have all the passwords stored in Firefox if you synchronise your account.

Setting up Sync requires two parts: you must create an account on your main device, then sign in to your account using your other devices. Here are the steps in detail: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/how-do-i-set-sync-my-computer

Once your passwords are synchronised you can then go ahead and upgrade to Windows 10

Hope this helps!

cor-el
cor-el
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It is best to backup your personal data locally and not rely on Sync because Sync isn't designed to be used as a backup.

FredMcD
FredMcD
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These add-ons can be a great help by backing up and restoring Firefox

FEBE (Firefox Environment Backup Extension) {web link} FEBE allows you to quickly and easily backup your Firefox extensions, history, passwords, and more. In fact, it goes beyond just backing up -- It will actually rebuild your saved files individually into installable .xpi files. It will also make backup of files that you choose.

OPIE {web link} Import/Export extension preferences