Fix issues with sync in Chrome

You can turn sync on in Chrome to get your info on all your devices. If sync stops working or pauses, try these fixes.

Resume sync

If you signed out of a Google service, like Gmail, Chrome will pause sync. To turn sync back on, sign in to your Google Account:

  1. On your computer, open Chrome.
  2. At the top right, click Paused and then Sign in again.
  3. Sign in to your Google Account.

Keep sync on when you quit or restart Chrome

If sync turns off every time you close Chrome, you can change your settings.

  1. On your computer, open Chrome.
  2. At the top right, click More More and then Settings.
  3. Under "Privacy and security," click Cookies and other site data. 
  4. Turn off Clear cookies and site data when you quit Chrome.

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