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how can I copy my firefox profile from my Windows PC's external SSD to my Macbook Pro?

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DrHeshie
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My windows pc died. I removed the SSD and have it plugged into my MACBookPro, trying to copy my firefox profile into my MAC, but the instructions online are not clear and I can't find my Profile in my external Windows 10 SSD, to copy it onto my MACBook Pro's Desktop and then to copy my profile it into the Firefox on my MACBook Pro.

Can anyone help me?

My windows pc died. I removed the SSD and have it plugged into my MACBookPro, trying to copy my firefox profile into my MAC, but the instructions online are not clear and I can't find my Profile in my external Windows 10 SSD, to copy it onto my MACBook Pro's Desktop and then to copy my profile it into the Firefox on my MACBook Pro. Can anyone help me?

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FredMcD
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Different computer systems use different file formats and may not be compatible.

You might want to try using sync. Note: Some data between different Firefox versions or computer systems are not compatible. You can sync bookmarks, history, and passwords.


https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/how-do-i-set-sync-my-computer Sync your bookmarks, history, passwords, add-ons, and open tabs with another copy of Firefox. Learn how to set up Sync.

https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/how-do-i-choose-what-types-information-sync-firefox We'll show you how to choose which types of information (bookmarks, history, add-ons, and passwords) to share across all your devices through Firefox Sync.

https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/firefox-sync-troubleshooting-and-tips

https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/sync-firefox-bookmarks-and-browsing-history-iOS Sync your passwords, history, tabs, and other browsing information across your iOS, Android, and desktop computers with Firefox Accounts.