Is it safe to upload my bookmarks file?

Yes, absolutely. This tool runs entirely in your browser (client-side). Your bookmarks file is never uploaded to any server.

How do I restore the bookmarks to Chrome?

After using this tool to export your bookmarks as an HTML file, open Chrome, go to Bookmarks > Import Bookmarks and Settings, and select the HTML file you just downloaded.

Recover Chrome Bookmarks Online | Restore & Export Tool

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Drag & Drop your Bookmarks file here

or click to browse (usually named Bookmarks or Bookmarks.bak)

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About Chrome Bookmark Recovery

Losing your browser bookmarks can be frustrating. Whether due to an accidental deletion, a browser crash, or a sync error, your valuable collection of links might seem gone. However, Google Chrome automatically creates a backup of your bookmarks.

This Recover Chrome Bookmarks Online tool allows you to read that backup file (Bookmarks.bak), visualize the folder structure, and export your data into a format that can be easily re-imported into Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari.

How to Use This Tool

Locate your backup file:
- Windows: Press Win + R, type %localappdata%\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default, and press Enter.
- Mac: In Finder, go to ~/Library/Application Support/Google/Chrome/Default/.
- Linux: Usually in ~/.config/google-chrome/Default/.
Find the file: Look for a file named Bookmarks (current) or Bookmarks.bak (backup).
Upload: Drag and drop that file into the box above.
Export: Use the "Export HTML" button to download a standard bookmark file, then import it back into your browser.

Unique Features

Unlike basic file renamers, this tool parses the internal JSON structure of Chrome's storage format. It features:

Instant Search: Quickly find specific URLs or titles within thousands of bookmarks.
Privacy First: All processing happens 100% in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.
Smart Export: Generates a Netscape Bookmark File format compatible with all major browsers.
Date Conversion: Converts Chrome's internal WebKit timestamps to readable dates.

Tips for Successful Recovery

Act Fast: If you accidentally deleted bookmarks, try not to close and reopen Chrome multiple times. Chrome overwrites the Bookmarks.bak file each time you launch the browser.
Check Other Devices: If you use Chrome Sync, check your other devices (phone, laptop) immediately. Turn off the internet on those devices before opening Chrome to prevent the deletion from syncing, then export the bookmarks from there.
Backup Regularly: It's a good habit to manually export your bookmarks to an HTML file once a month. Go to the Bookmark Manager (Ctrl+Shift+O) -> three dots menu -> Export bookmarks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Bookmarks.bak file? +

It is located in your Chrome User Data directory. On Windows, this is typically C:\Users\[YourName]\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default. You may need to enable "Show hidden files" in Windows Explorer to see the AppData folder.

Can I use this on mobile? +

Yes! If you can transfer the Bookmarks file to your mobile device, this tool is fully responsive and will allow you to view and search your bookmarks on a phone or tablet.

Why is the file named "Bookmarks" without an extension? +

Chrome stores bookmarks in a JSON format but doesn't use the .json extension. This tool accepts files with or without extensions, as long as the internal structure is valid JSON.

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