Switching browsers on an iPhone has never been especially smooth, but Google is finally fixing one of the biggest pain points.
Chrome on iOS is getting a new guided Safari import that makes it far easier to bring your data across from Apple’s browser without needing a Mac or PC.
The new option appears inside Chrome’s settings under “Safari import”, and it’s designed to walk users through the process step by step rather than dumping them into a confusing menu. Because Apple locks down Safari data, Chrome can’t access it directly, so Google’s approach is to clearly explain how to export the data yourself, then handle the rest.
Once you open the Safari import tool, Chrome guides you through exporting your browsing data from iOS Settings. You’re prompted to open Settings > Safari > Export Browsing Data, save the resulting ZIP file to iCloud Drive, and then return to Chrome to select that file. From there, Chrome scans the contents and shows you a preview of what’s about to be imported before anything actually moves over.
The import supports the essentials most people care about, including bookmarks, browsing history, and saved passwords. After confirming, Chrome completes the transfer and then does something surprisingly thoughtful: it warns you that the ZIP file contains private information and gives you a quick option to delete it immediately, reducing the risk of sensitive data lingering in your storage.
It’s a small detail, but one that feels very intentional, and a welcome change from browser tools that assume users will clean up after themselves.
Until now, moving from Safari to Chrome on iOS often meant starting from scratch or relying on a desktop workaround. This new flow removes that friction entirely, letting you switch browsers using just your phone.
The feature is currently showing up in Chrome 145 beta, with Google expected to roll it out more widely once that version hits stable release. For anyone thinking about jumping ship from Safari or just keeping Chrome in sync, this update makes the decision a lot easier.
It’s not flashy, but it’s exactly the kind of quality-of-life improvement iOS users have been waiting for.
(via Mac Observer)
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