Where can I find my Firefox Sync Key?

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Your Firefox Sync KeyRecovery Key is a long series of characters that was created for you when you set up your Sync account. This article shows you what the Sync KeyRecovery Key is used for and how to find it or generate a new one.

What is the Sync KeyRecovery Key used for?

The Sync KeyRecovery Key is used to encrypt your data before it's sent to the Mozilla servers. Think of it as a key that locks your information in a vault that only you can open. This means that neither Mozilla nor anyone else can read your information without having your Sync KeyRecovery Key to unlock it.


Where can I find my Firefox Sync KeyRecovery Key?

Do these steps in Firefox on a computer that already has your Sync account set up.

  1. In the Menu bar at the top of the screen, click Firefox and select Settings (select Preferences on older macOS versions).Click the menu button Fx89menuButton and select Settings.
  2. Click on the Sync panel.
  3. Click Manage Account and then select My Sync KeyRecovery Key.

Find Sync Key
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 A window displaying your Sync KeyRecovery Key will open.
Sync Key
 Find Sync Key - Win2
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Tip: It's a good idea to print or save your Sync KeyRecovery Key so that you can access your information even when you are away from this computer.

I've lost my Sync Key

If you don't have any synced devices close to you, see the I've lost my Sync Key.

I've lost my Recovery Key

If you don't have any synced devices close to you, see the I've lost my Recovery Key.