How to Import Passwords Into Edge From Other Browsers

How to Import Passwords Into Edge From Other Browsers

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You don’t have to start over when you move to Microsoft Edge. You may import saved passwords from CSV files or other browsers, such as Chrome or Firefox, into Edge. This guarantees that you can continue browsing with the least amount of disruption and facilitates the transfer.

Depending on where your passwords are presently saved, there are a number of ways to import them into Edge.

Methods to Import Passwords Into Microsoft Edge

To swiftly and safely import your saved credentials into Edge, use the following options:

1. Import Passwords Directly From Another Browser

Passwords and other information can be directly imported into Edge from installed browsers.

Steps:

  1. Launch Microsoft Edge.
  2. In the upper-right corner, click the three-dot menu.
  3. Navigate to Settings > Profiles > Browser Data Import.
  4. Choose the browser (such as Chrome or Firefox) from the Import from menu.
  5. Select “Saved passwords” (as well as any other data you wish to import).
  6. Press the Import button.

Edge will immediately import the chosen data. Make sure the saved passwords are enabled and the other browser is installed.

2. Import Passwords From a CSV File

You can import passwords into Edge if you exported them as a CSV file from another browser.

Enable CSV Import (One-Time Setup):

Edge hides the CSV import option by default.

  1. In the address box, type edge://flags and hit Enter.
  2. Look up “password import.”
  3. Restart the browser after setting it to Enabled.

Import the CSV:

  1. Navigate to Settings > Passwords > Profiles.
  2. The three-dot menu next to “Saved passwords” should be clicked.
  3. Select “Import passwords.”
  4. Click Open after selecting your CSV file.

The file’s users and passwords will be imported by Edge.

3. Export Passwords From Chrome or Firefox First

If you would rather use a CSV technique but are switching from Chrome or Firefox:

For Chrome:

  1. Navigate to Settings > Password Manager > Autofill.
  2. Select Export Passwords from the three-dot menu.
  3. Verify using the credentials on your device.
  4. Save the CSV file.

For Firefox:

  1. Navigate to Settings > Security & Privacy.
  2. Click Saved Logins under Logins and Passwords.
  3. After confirming, click Export Logins and save the CSV file.

After exporting, import into Edge by following the instructions in Method 2.

4. Use Edge Sync for Microsoft Account Migration

If you have previously used Edge with sync enabled and are configuring a new device:

  1. Use your Microsoft account to log into Edge.
  2. Select Sync under Settings > Profiles.
  3. Make sure that Passwords is enabled.

If your credentials were backed up using Edge Sync, they will sync immediately from your previous device.

5. Verify Imported Passwords

Verify that your credentials were correctly added after importing.

Steps:

  1. Navigate to Settings > Passwords > Profiles.
  2. To locate particular entries, search the list or use the search bar.

If necessary, you can also change or remove any entry from this page.

6. Troubleshooting: Missing Password Import Option

If there is no way to import passwords:

  • Verify that Edge is running the most recent version.
  • Under edge://flags, try turning on Password import once more.
  • Make sure it’s fully installed, not simply portable or partially removed, if you’re importing from another browser.

Conclusion

It’s easy and safe to import passwords into Microsoft Edge, whether you’re using a CSV file or another browser. You can transfer your login information and resume using Edge without any disruptions by following a few simple steps.

Select the approach that best suits your needs, and for a seamless transfer, make sure your imported data is correct.

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