Will Firefox Mobile Implement Browsing Session Transfer?

[homoguy563]

I have a problem.I have a lot of tabs open on my phone's browser, and no easy way to move them.This isn't unique to Firefox.All the browsers have this problem.Yeah, there's the sync thing, but in my experience they've been varying degrees of inadequate, or even dysfunctional, including on Firefox.

What I need is a way to move my whole browsing session, essentially the Android equivalent of a browser profile folder, to a new phone when necessary, so I can seamlessly pick up where I left off as if it were the same phone.That's what I do on the desktop.When i've had to move to a new computer I copy my browser profile folder's contents, and just put it where it's supposed to be after installing Firefox.I know it's stored in the phone's root folder, but I don't want to root my phone, and I shouldn't have to.I need that to be, either accessible somehow, or able to be synced across devices.

Is this something the team at Firefox has ever thought about?Is this even on their radar?Will this be implemented anytime in the near future?

[jameswade3490]

• What is Browsing Session Transfer? – Browsing session transfer allows users to seamlessly switch from one device to another, continuing their browsing from the same point.

• Current Status of Firefox Mobile – While Firefox Desktop supports syncing tabs, bookmarks, and history, full session transfer is still under development for mobile.

• User Demand – Many users seek this feature to enhance multi-device browsing convenience, similar to how Carx Street players want cross-platform gameplay.

• Cross-Device Synchronization – Firefox Sync already allows syncing of bookmarks, history, and open tabs, which is a partial form of session transfer.

• Possible Implementation – Mozilla might introduce an instant session transfer feature that allows switching between devices without relying on manual syncs.

• Benefits for Users – This feature would let users move from a mobile device to a desktop without losing their place in research, articles, or forms.

• Security Measures – Ensuring end-to-end encryption for session data is essential to protect user privacy when transferring sessions between devices.

• How It Compares to Competitors – Browsers like Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome offer similar sync functionalities but not always instant session transfers.

• Impact on Productivity – This feature could boost productivity for users working across multiple devices during the day.

• User Control Options – Firefox might allow users to toggle this feature on or off, giving them control over when and how session transfers occur.

• Developer Insights – Firefox developers may face challenges with session transfer implementation, such as handling cached data and active logins.

• When to Expect It? – While no official timeline has been announced, Mozilla's interest in improving cross-device sync could signal that browsing session transfer is on the horizon, just as CarX Street constantly updates its features to meet player demands.

[Richerd]

As someone who uses mobile browsing heavily for games like CPM2, I definitely see the need for a proper session transfer feature. Syncing tabs isn’t enough — we need full session continuity, just like switching devices in a game without losing progress. It would be great if Firefox Mobile allowed users to carry over their entire session when moving to a new phone, making the experience smooth and uninterrupted.

[Mein-Bmirechner]

Yes, Firefox really needs to implement full browsing session transfer on mobile. As someone who uses tools like a BMI-Rechner and reads a lot of health-related content on my phone, losing open tabs and progress when switching devices is frustrating. Syncing tabs isn’t enough — we need full session continuity like on desktop, without rooting the phone. It would make research and tracking, especially in health and fitness, so much smoother. Hopefully, Mozilla brings this feature soon!

[carxstreetsapp]

Firefox Mobile doesn’t currently support direct browsing session transfer, but it offers Firefox Sync. This lets users access open tabs, history, and bookmarks across devices. For CarX Street players, it’s useful for continuing game-related searches or downloads from mobile to PC.

[alexmax]

Firefox Mobile currently lacks true session transfer, which is frustrating for users switching devices. Sync helps, but doesn’t restore full tab history, scroll position, or login states. A native feature to back up and restore complete sessions—without rooting—would solve this. Many users, like you and me, really need this functionality. Hopefully, Mozilla is listening and brings this soon.

[jemlokone]

I'm writing to suggest a feature that would greatly improve the Firefox Mobile experience, especially for users who frequently switch devices. Currently, there is no reliable way to transfer an entire browsing session — including all open tabs — from one Android device to another without rooting the phone.

While Firefox Sync allows syncing of bookmarks, history, and some tabs, it does not offer full session restoration. On desktop, it's possible to move the Firefox profile folder to another machine and retain everything exactly as it was — open tabs, extensions, settings, etc. This functionality is missing from the mobile version.

The problem is that Firefox’s profile and session data on Android are stored in a system-protected directory, which is inaccessible without root. Most users don’t want to (or can’t) root their phones, and they shouldn’t have to in order to preserve their browser sessions.

I’d like to request the development of a feature that allows:

• Secure export and import of the mobile browser session, or

• An encrypted, cloud-based method to back up and restore open tabs, or

• Any alternative that makes full session transfer possible without needing root access

This would provide users with a smoother experience when upgrading to a new device or reinstalling the app. Is this something currently being considered? If not, I hope it can be added to the development roadmap.

Thank you for considering this feature.

[BellezeFurnitur]

Yes, Firefox Mobile currently allows tab and history syncing through Firefox Sync, making it easier to access your browsing activity across devices. While full session transfer isn’t yet instant or seamless, Mozilla may introduce this feature in the future for better continuity.
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[igorlogius]

As much as this feature seems like a nice idea on paper  ... as soon as i start gathering the exact information that would need to be exchanged to allow a 1-to-1 session transfer the more it seems like it would be a pretty difficult task. I mean we need the ContainerData ( cookieStore and  localstorage and indexDB ) and then for each tab its current state (url, index, tabgroup,  parentTab, refToContainer, setHTTPHeaders, tabHistory to allow backnavigation?, javascript Object/Event States? And maybe even ... a complete dump of the currently displayed html+css to allow to render the pages to be rendered exactly since that might otherwise render differently for example for SPAs )

And i might  still be missing stuff here. 

That said a "incomplete transfer" that ignores some edgecases and  leaves some data out might still be doable ... maybe.