This is usually due to browser settings. Make sure you are not in private browsing mode.
Right click on the Chrome desktop shortcut and select Properties.
In the Shortcut tab, in the Target field, delete -incognito
Go to Settings - Privacy Search and Services - Tracking Prevention. Turn off "Always use Strict tracking prevention when browsing InPrivate"
Go to Application Menu > Privacy and Security > scroll down to History > ensure Remember History is selected in the "Firefox will...." drop down.