Syncing Data

The Outlier extension uses smart syncing to keep your bookmarks, competitors, and folders consistent across devices.

How Sync Works#

Data flows both ways between the extension and your dashboard:

Extension → Dashboard:

• Bookmarks you save
• Folders you create
• Notes you add
• Competitors you track

Dashboard → Extension:

• Your current plan and limits
• Bookmarks added on the web
• Folder organization changes
• Team-shared bookmarks (Pro/Team plans)

Automatic Sync#

The extension syncs automatically when you:

• Open the extension popup
• Log in to your account
• Return to Chrome after being away
• Make changes in the dashboard (detected on next extension open)

Sync frequency: Every time you open the extension or make a change.

Manual Sync#

To force a sync:

1. Click the Outlier extension icon
2. Click the sync icon (circular arrows)
3. Wait for "Synced" confirmation

Use manual sync when:

• You just made changes in the dashboard
• You're switching between devices
• Bookmarks seem out of date

Offline Usage#

The extension works offline with limitations:

Works offline:

• Viewing your cached bookmarks
• Browsing YouTube (scores may not show)

Requires internet:

• Saving new bookmarks
• Generating AI ideas
• Syncing changes
• Viewing outlier scores

Changes made offline will sync when you're back online.

Sync Conflicts#

Conflicts are rare but can happen if you edit the same bookmark on two devices simultaneously.

How conflicts are resolved:

• The most recent change wins
• Deleted items stay deleted
• Folder assignments use the latest update

To avoid conflicts:

• Sync before making bulk changes
• Use one device for major organization
• Check sync status before editing

Data Storage#

Locally stored (in browser):

• Cached bookmarks for offline access
• Your login session
• Recent sync timestamp

Stored in the cloud:

• All bookmarks and notes
• Folder structure
• Competitor list
• Generated ideas

Clearing browser data removes local cache but not your cloud data.

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Related Articles

• Installing the Chrome Extension
• Troubleshooting the Extension
• Bookmarking and Organizing Outliers