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.