Bookmarks between Edge with Chrome

[StAwash]

Hi,

 

We have a single domain: @StAwash.xyz; this domain originated in Google (I think) then got ported into Exchange with no changes.

 

As such, when a user signs into Google with their @StAwash account they log into the school via their Google account.

When the user signs into Edge with their @StAwash account they log into the school with their Exchange account.

 

I need it so that when they sign into their browser using their @StAwash account the bookmarks and everything will sync nicely. Preferably stored in Exchange and synced, but if it needs syncing both ways then so be it. GCDS/Password sync is already running so if it's an option in there then I win.

OR

If they are signed into Chrome, this automatically forces them to use the Exchange area to save their bookmarks and passwords.

 

The beauty is that the user will not even know they are signed in, they don't need to use any credentials or anything, as the sign in has to be automatic and hidden to allow some other things to work. They are allowed to see they are signed in, but they won't be able to sign out etc. etc.

 

Is it even remotely possible?

I have a feeling it is really simple...

 

Common questions I am bound to be asked:

Why are you using two browsers?

Edge is standard with Windows, easier to manage because of this, and means I don't have to use Chrome everywhere. However, Chrome is baked into the Win10 image that has been deployed EVERYWHERE. As such, Win11 onwards will be Edge only and Chrome will become a distant memory.

 

Why do you need them synced

I feel like it will make my life easier when they swap over to Win11 and lose the ability to use Chrome. But in reality, if it can't be done then so be it.

 

Why not uninstall Chrome from each machine

People don't like little changes, and will likely rebel. A big change like going to Win11 convinces them that this is for the greater good. Also can't be bothered with the arguments, pleading, and setting something up in the GPO.

 

 

Why not use the ...onmicrosoft.com account you get with each Exchange account?

Turns out that isn't possible due to Google requiring you to use Google account.

Edited June 23, 2023 by StAwash

[ZeroHour]

I have been looking into this as well for a friend, I will let you know if I find workaround.

[bknaggs]

There are Bookmarks files in both of the locations. Can they be copied using GPO?

 

C:\Users\username\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default

C:\Users\username\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Edge\User Data\Default

[StAwash]

There are Bookmarks files in both of the locations. Can they be copied using GPO?

 

C:\Users\username\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default

C:\Users\username\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Edge\User Data\Default

I can see where you are coming from with this.

I foresee massive syncing issues with this though in the long run.

 

Starters, script would definitely need to check which one is the right files to copy over. Otherwise we could end up creating sync loops.

 

Literally thought I figured it out by using the @StAwashxyz.onmicrosoft.com as an account identifier, but Google insists on using a Google account to sign in.

 

Therefore (and I will add this as an edit in a moment) all bookmarks, passwords etc. has to be stored to the Google side of the domain. Edge needs to be forced to sign in with the Google account in some manner.