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Effective ways to import passwords to Chrome [Windows & Mac]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Google Chromeis the most popular web browser for desktops and mobiles. If you switch from another browser toGoogle Chrome, you need to importpasswordstoChrometo get going.
In the past, you could only importpasswordswhile setting up the browser. You had to use experimental features if you wanted to perform the import after setup.
Thankfully, you now have several options for importingpasswordsinChrome. Before you proceed with the methods below, ensure that you didn’tdisable password saving in Chrome.
How can I import passwords in Google Chrome?
1. Open the Import bookmarks and settings menu
2. Enable CSV password importing from CMD or Terminal
Note:This example uses the Command Prompt, but the commands here will also run on Terminal. You can follow the exact steps above even if you prefer to carry out the operation on Terminal.
3. Enable the Password Import browser flag
You can also reach here by typingchrome://settings/passwordsinto the address bar.
4. Unhide the Import option in Chrome using built-in DevTools functionality
This time, theimportoption will be available on this screen. You can use this option to importpasswordsinChrome. To hide the import option, go back to the steps above and re-insert the wordhidden.
You can importpasswordstoChromeusing any of the four techniques listed here. From then on, the browser will begin toauto-fillyour importedpasswordsin sign-in and registration forms.
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Radu Tyrsina
Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).
For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.
Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.
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