Frequently Asked Questions about Bookmark UniSync
1. What is Bookmark UniSync?
Bookmark UniSync is a bookmark synchronization tool primarily designed to sync bookmarks between Safari and Chrome. Currently, it supports all Chromium-based browsers (not fully tested), with successful testing on Edge and Chrome.
2. How does Bookmark UniSync work?
- Safari Side:
- Due to Apple's strict restrictions, there is no direct API to access Safari bookmarks.
- A macOS application is used to monitor and read changes in Safari bookmarks.
- When changes are detected, the app uploads the latest data to the server for syncing across other browsers.
- Non-Safari (Chromium-based browsers):
- Since Chromium browsers use a standard bookmark format, a Chrome version of Bookmark UniSync was developed.
- The Chrome extension receives bookmark data from the server and synchronizes it when needed.
3. Is Bookmark UniSync free?
Yes! The tool is completely free and does not charge any fees.
4. Does Bookmark UniSync support Firefox?
Not at the moment.
- If demand is high, Firefox support may be considered in the future.
5. Is Bookmark UniSync open source?
No, not currently.
- The tool was initially built for personal use, and was later shared to see if others had similar needs.
- It is not designed for commercial purposes.
There are two main reasons for not making it open source yet:
1️⃣ For personal users, the main priority is a secure way to sync browser bookmarks without worrying about technical complexities.
- While deploying such a tool might be simple for industry professionals, for general users, it involves setting up servers, installing various tools, and configuring containers, which can be challenging.
2️⃣ Bookmarks store webpage addresses—if authentication is not required, anyone could access them.
- If authentication is required, the sync tool cannot access usernames or passwords, ensuring no security risks.
6. Does Bookmark UniSync support local deployment?
If you enjoy custom setups and meet the requirements, local deployment is possible.
For non-local network deployment, the following conditions apply:
✅ A public server or network tunneling is required—otherwise, it won’t be useful.
✅ A domain name is needed. If the server is in China, a registered domain is required.
💡 Bonus:
If you appreciate this tool and wish to support its development, feel free to donate!
Take a screenshot of your contribution and send a message via the website—I’ll try to accommodate additional feature requests! 😃
#### 7. Is Bookmark UniSync available in extension stores?
Yes! It has been listed on the Chrome Web Store. 🚀 Address