| Google Browser Sync | |
|---|---|
| Developer | |
| Final release | 1.3.20070523 / May 25, 2007 |
| Platform | Firefox 1 and 2 |
| Type | Synchronization |
| License | New BSD License |
| Website | www |
Google Browser Sync was aMozilla Firefox extension released asfreeware fromGoogle. It debuted inGoogle Labs on June 8, 2006, and in June 2008, was discontinued.[1] It allowed users ofMozilla Firefox up to versions 2.x to synchronize theirweb browser settings across multiplecomputers via theInternet.[2]
Google Browser Sync required a Google account, in which the user'scookies, savedpasswords,bookmarks, browsing history,tabs, and open windows could be stored. The data was optionallyencrypted using an alphanumericalPIN, which theoretically prevented even Google from reading the data. Passwords and cookies were always encrypted and could only be accessed by the user.[3]
Google Browser Sync technology was integrated intoGoogle Chrome.
