How to Export All Bookmarks (Creating a Backup File) in Chrome

Exporting creates a single HTML file containing all your bookmarks and their folder structure. This is essential for backing up your data or moving bookmarks to a new computer or a different web browser.

1. Open Chrome's Menu: Click the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of Chrome.
2. Go to Bookmark Manager:
   1. Hover over Bookmarks and lists.
   2. Click Bookmark manager.
   3. Alternative: Press Ctrl + Shift + O (Windows/Linux) or Command + Option + B (Mac).
3. Find the Export Option: In the Bookmark Manager tab, click the three-dot menu (⋮) near the top.
4. Export the File: Select Export bookmarks from the menu.
5. Save the File: A file explorer window will open. Choose where you want to save the file on your computer. It will be saved as an HTML file (e.g., bookmarks_2025_09_25.html).
6. Click Save.

Your entire bookmark collection is now saved as a portable file.