How to transfer bookmarks from Yandex Browser to another Xiaomi phone: all working methods

Shifting bookmarks from one smartphone to another is a challenge that every user faces when buying a new device. This article is especially relevant for Xiaomi owners who actively use Yandex Browser as their main surfing tool. Unlike Google Chrome, where synchronization works out of the box, Yandex ecosystem has nuances, from linking to an account to manually exporting through a file. This article will help you understand all the available methods, from the simplest (via the cloud) to backup options for cases when standard methods do not work.

We will look at not only basic instructions, but also unique tricks for Xiaomi, such as how to circumvent the restrictions of MIUI when importing bookmarks or what to do if the browser on the new phone does not see synchronized data. Particular attention will be paid to the problems with authorization in the Yandex account on devices with Chinese firmware - this is a frequent "headache" of Redmi and POCO users. Ready? Let's start with the most reliable method.

1. synchronization of bookmarks through Yandex account (the fastest way)

If you used Yandex Browser on an old phone with authorization in your Yandex account, it takes no more than 5 minutes to transfer bookmarks. This method works on 100% of Xiaomi devices, including models with MIUI 14 and newer, but there are important conditions:

• 🔑 The old phone must have the same Yandex account as the new one.
• 📱 Yandex Browser on both devices must be the latest version (update via Google Play or AppGallery).
• 🌐 The new Xiaomi should have access to Yandex services (check if it blocks them) MIUI Optimized Settings).

Step instructions:

1. On your old phone, open Yandex Browser and make sure you are logged in (the profile icon in the upper right corner should display your avatar or email).
2. Go to Settings → Account → Sync and turn on the Bookmark slider (if it is turned off).
3. On the new Xiaomi, install Yandex Browser and log in under the same account.
4. Wait for automatic sync (may take up to 10 minutes). If bookmarks do not appear, manually update the data: open Settings → Account → Sync now.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi devices with Chinese firmware (Global) ROM Yandex services may be blocked by the system. If the browser is not synchronized, try installing it through the system. APK from the official Yandex website or use VPN first-entry.

2. Export bookmarks to an HTML file (manual transfer)

If account sync is not available for some reason (for example, you forgot your password or do not want to link your browser to your account), you can export bookmarks to the file and import them to the new Xiaomi.

Algorithm of action:

• 📤 On the old phone, open Yandex Browser, go to Settings → Bookmarks → Bookmarking management → Exports.
• 📄 Save the bookmarks.html file to a convenient location (e.g. Downloads or the cloud).
• 📥 Transfer the file to the new Xiaomi (via Bluetooth, Xiaomi Share, email or cloud storage).
• 📥 On the new phone, open Yandex Browser, go to Settings → Bookmarks → Bookmarking management → Import and select the downloaded file.

An important nuance: when importing bookmarks will be added to the end of the list, without replacing existing ones. If you need to clean old bookmarks before importing, do it manually through Bookmark Management → Delete everything.

Save the bookmarks.html file on your old phone |

Check the space available on the new Xiaomi (minimum 100 KB) |

Install Yandex Browser on a new device |

Shut down. VPN (It can block access to the file)-->

3. Move through Google Account (for Chrome users)

If you use not only Yandex Browser, but also Google Chrome, you can transfer bookmarks through synchronization with a Google account, which is suitable for those who want to have a backup of bookmarks in both browsers.

How it works:

1. On an old phone, export your bookmarks from Yandex Browser to HTML (as described in the previous section).
2. Open Google Chrome, go to Google Chrome. ⋮ → Bookmarks → Import bookmarks and select the saved file.
3. Make sure that the new Xiaomi has Chrome sync enabled with the same Google account (Settings → Your Profile → Sync).
4. Bookmarks will automatically fit into Chrome on a new phone. If necessary, export them back to HTML and import them to Yandex Browser.

⚠️ Note: This transfer can cause bookmark folders to be lost — Chrome and Yandex Browser handle the hierarchy differently. If the folder structure is critical, use direct export/import through the browser. HTML.

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If you frequently switch between browsers, install the Bookmark Manager extension for Chrome – it allows you to edit bookmarks in a convenient way before exporting.

4.Use Xiaomi Cloud to Transfer Bookmark File

Xiaomi owners can use Xiaomi Cloud to transfer the bookmarks.html file, which is convenient if you do not have access to other cloud storage (for example, Google Drive or Yandex Disk).

Step-by-step:

• 📁 On an old phone, export bookmarks to the file (see Section 2).
• 🌥️ Open the Xiaomi Cloud app (if not, install it from the App Store).
• 📤 Upload bookmarks.html file to the cloud (Files section).
• 📥 On the new Xiaomi, log in to the same Mi Account and download the file from the cloud.
• 🔄 Import bookmarks to Yandex Browser (as in section 2).

The advantage of this method is high transfer speed (a file weighs several kilobytes) and no dependence on third-party services. However, remember that Xiaomi Cloud provides only 5 GB of free space, but for bookmarks this is more than enough.

5. Transfer of bookmarks through QR-code (for rapid transmission)

Few people know, but Yandex Browser supports the export of bookmarks through the QR-This is convenient if you don't have a cable or Internet to transfer the file. It works for all Xiaomi, including the Internet. POCO and Black Shark.

How to transfer bookmarks through QR:

1. On your old phone, open Yandex Browser and go to Settings → Bookmarks → Bookmark Management.
2. Click on the Share icon (three dots or arrow) and select Export to QR.
3. 📱 Scan the one that appears. QR-The camera code of the new Xiaomi (or through the Scanner app).
4. After scanning, the link will open – go to it and download the bookmarks.html file.
5. Import bookmarks to the browser on the new phone.

This is a way to transfer a small number of bookmarks (up to 500, QR-code may not be generated – in this case, use export to file.

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QR-code is the fastest way to transfer, but it is not suitable for large bookmark collections (over 500). For large libraries, use synchronization via account or manual export.

6. Solving problems when transferring bookmarks to Xiaomi

Even if you follow the instructions, Xiaomi users may encounter errors, and consider the most common ways to fix them:

• 🚫 “Unsynced” error: Check your internet connection and turn it off VPN. Xiaomi with Chinese firmware may need to change the region of the account Mi on “Russia".
• 🔄 Bookmarks are duplicated: Before importing, clear existing bookmarks in the browser (Bookmarks Management) → Delete everything).
• 📱 Browser leaves when importing: Update Yandex Browser to the latest version or install it through the APK official website.
• 🔒 Cannot log into Yandex account: On devices with MIUI 13 and older, you may be blocked from entering. Use your browser in incognito mode or install Firefox for authorization.

If none of these methods worked, try an alternative approach:

1. Install Send Anywhere on both phones (available on Google Play).
2. On your old phone, export bookmarks to bookmarks.html.
3. Send the file via Send Anywhere (select the Send option and generate a 6-digit code).
4. On the new Xiaomi, type this code into Send Anywhere and download the file.
5. Import bookmarks to Yandex Browser.

7. Alternative browsers with automatic synchronization

If transferring bookmarks from Yandex Browser seems too complicated, consider switching to browsers with more reliable synchronization.

• 🌍 Google Chrome: Syncs bookmarks, history and passwords through Google account. Xiaomi works without restrictions.
• 🦊 Firefox: Supports sync through Mozilla account, there are export/import bookmarks in the HTML.
• 🍎 Safari (for iPhone users) + Xiaomi: iCloud can export bookmarks to Chrome and then to Xiaomi.
• 🛡️ Brave: Browser with a focus on privacy, but with full synchronization of bookmarks.

To switch from Yandex Browser to another:

1. Export bookmarks to bookmarks.html (as described above).
2. Install a new browser on Xiaomi and log in to its ecosystem (Google, Mozilla, etc.).
3. Import the file through your browser settings (usually the Bookmarks → Import section).

The advantage of this approach is that you get rid of the binding to Yandex services, which can be blocked on some Xiaomi firmware. However, note that new browsers may have different bookmarking logic (for example, no folders or tags).

FAQ: Frequent questions about moving bookmarks to Xiaomi