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Quick start

Import data, sign in to sync and set as default in five minutes, then browse as usual.

On first launch there are only three things to do: bring in bookmarks and passwords from your old browser, sign in to enable sync, and make Sogou your default. After that you have moved.

Step 1: import your data

First launch detects other installed browsers and offers to import. You can skip it and use "import data" in settings later.

  • Import bookmarks, history and passwords
  • Several browsers can be imported at once
  • The original browser is not modified
  • Stop and continue later at any time

Step 2: sign in to sync

Click the avatar in the top right and sign in; once sync is on, bookmarks, passwords and settings stay consistent across devices.

  • First sync starts automatically after sign-in
  • Choose which items to sync
  • Multiple devices can stay signed in
  • Sign out and clear local data at any time

Step 3: set as default

In system settings open default apps (Windows) or default web browser (macOS) and choose Sogou Browser, so links from now on open in it.

  • Windows: Settings → Default apps
  • macOS: System Settings → General → Default browser
  • Mobile: Settings → Default apps
  • The browser also offers a one-click jump

FAQ

Does importing affect my old browser?

No. Importing reads and copies; it never modifies or deletes data in the original browser.

Can I use it without signing in?

Yes. Browsing, downloads and extensions all work locally; only cross-device bookmark sync is unavailable.

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