Transfer browsing history to new computer
I currently use the latest version of Firefox on a Windows 7 laptop and have done for several years. I'm about to move to a new Windows 8 laptop. I know how to transfer my bookmarks, profile etc.
But I'm worried about losing my browsing history. Specifically, I'm worried about losing particular 'non-bookmarks' that I use to navigate the web by just typing the first few letters of into the address bar.
For example, if I type 'M' the first suggestion is MemoToMe, the memo service I use. If I type 'W' it takes me to my webmail service. Some of the longer ones are for quite complex URLs that I haven't memorised but just access by typing in a keyword. I'd hate to lose this.
Is there a way to transfer this functionality to the new laptop? I've heard that copying over the places.sqlite file might do this but would welcome some advice.
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GSWebber wrote:
I've heard that copying over the places.sqlite file might do this
Yes, the places.sqlite file in your profile folder stores both your bookmarks and history. So as long as you have a backup copy of the entire profile folder — made while Firefox is closed — you shouldn't have any issues.
If you'd like some extra insurance, you can additionally export your profile data with the FEBE add-on.