We know that Safari is the default web browser for Apple devices. Sometimes, users may switch browsers completely because of the new features, compatibility, and trust. Similarly, when you have decided to use Chrome as your default browser on Mac, you might need to import passwords and browsing data from Safari to the Chrome browser. Unlike Safari, Chrome is compatible with all devices and ecosystems. Moreover, Chrome comes with an in-built Password Manager to save your passwords. You can import passwords from Safari to Chrome in two different ways.
- Using Import Bookmark settings
- Using CSV files
How to Import Saved Passwords to Google Chrome
1. Open Chrome on your Mac or Macbook device.
2. Click on Customize and Control Chrome (three dots) icon on the top-right.
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3. Next, click on Bookmarks → Import Bookmarks and Settings.
4. A pop-up screen appears. Click the drop-down and choose Safari.
5. Select the Saved Passwords check box and click on Import. (You can also select browsing history and bookmarks if needed).
6. You will get a confirmation tick icon once Chrome has imported your passwords.
7. To view the list of passwords, click Profile and click on the Password (key) icon.
8. Under Saved Passwords, you can see the list of passwords.
Note: Remember to sign in to your Google Account to view the passwords.
Tip: Make sure to regularly delete your important saved passwords on Chrome to keep the details safe from other users.
How to Export Safari Passwords into CSV Files
To import passwords to your Chrome browser using CSV files, you need to export the password from the Safari browser.
1. On the Safari browser, click on File → Export → Passwords.
2. Click on Export passwords.
3. Now, save the CSV file on your local storage.
How to Import Passwords to Chrome using CSV Files
1. Once you have saved the passwords in a CSV file, launch Chrome on your Mac.
2. Enter chrome://flags
in the search bar and press Enter.
3. Type Password Import and search for it.
4. Now, you will get the Password Import section (The feature must be enabled) from the search results.
5. Click Relaunch to restart the Chrome browser.
6. After that, open a new tab and click on the Vertical meatball icon.
7. Next, click on Settings → Autofill (left) → Passwords.
8. Under Saved Passwords, click on the three-dot icon and choose Import.
9. Finally, choose the exported password CSV file and click OK.
That’s it! The passwords will be imported into your Chrome browser.
Merits of Importing Password to Google Chrome
Here are some advantages of choosing Chrome over Safari to save passwords.
- Chrome browser has a more robust password manager.
- Only Apple devices have a Safari browser, so Chrome can be the common browser for your Apple and other devices.
FAQ
Unfortunately, you can’t access the iCloud passwords in Chrome on Mac. But, if you have set up iCloud for your Windows desktop, you can access iCloud passwords easily on your Chrome or Edge browser.
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