Import JSON bookmarks exported from a desktop Gecko-based browser to Android.
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This PR replaces `localStorage` with browser local `storageArea`. It's recommended to not use localStorage for extensions since the persistence of [this storage method is not reliable for extensions](https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Mozilla/Add-ons/WebExtensions/API/storage/local).

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Firefox Bookmarks for Android

Import an exported bookmarks JSON from a desktop Gecko-based browser and import them into a Gecko-based browser on Android.

This will unfortunately not add "real" bookmarks to your browser on Android. There is as far as I know no way to import your bookmarks from your desktop browser without using a Mozilla account (no thanks) - this is the reason why I made this extension.

Installation

Download the extension from the Firefox Add-ons website here:

https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/desktop-bookmarks-for-android/

Export bookmarks

Follow this guide on how to export your bookmarks as a "backup" on your computer.

https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/restore-bookmarks-from-backup-or-move-them#w_backup-and-restore

You will receive a JSON file which you will use to import your bookmarks into this extension on Android.

Import bookmarks

  1. Transfer or otherwise make the JSON file you exported available on or to your Android device.
  2. Open the extension options page by tapping on it from your extensions menu.
  3. Tap the "Import bookmarks" button at the bottom of the screen.
  4. Tap the big button and select the JSON file you exported.

Your bookmarks should now appear in a directory tree if the import was successful. You can repeat these steps to overwrite your existing bookmarks.