# Import from Dashlane

Use this article for help exporting data from Dashlane and importing into Bitwarden. Dashlane data exports are primarily available as `.csv` files available for download from the web app that can be imported directly to Bitwarden. If you have a `.json` export from a legacy Dashlane application, that can be imported to Bitwarden as well.

## Export from Dashlane web app

To export data from the Dashlane web app:

1. Select the **My account** dropdown and choose **Settings**.

![Export from Dashlane](https://bitwarden.com/assets/5JMQiiNRcMkyPjzC3lsvBp/ef2a9492c16bbeaa7f9eedecf9a11764/Screen_Shot_2022-03-10_at_2.57.56_PM.png)
2. From the settings list, select **Export Data.**

![Export from Dashlane](https://bitwarden.com/assets/wOZOD6rm3nmVJf3xy4DKY/3ed0a6daaf4a518ebe48906c644f7211/Screen_Shot_2022-03-10_at_2.58.08_PM.png)
3. Select the **Export to CSV**button and save the file.

Dashlane exports data as a `.zip` that unpacks to multiple `.csv` files. Follow the import process once per `.csv` file (`credentials.csv`, `ids.csv`, and so on).

## Import to Bitwarden

Data can be imported to Bitwarden from the web app, browser extension, desktop app, and CLI. Data is [encrypted](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/what-encryption-is-used/) locally before being sent to the server for storage.

> [!NOTE] Items not imported
> While some item types cannot be imported, you can still add them to a vault:
> 
> - Upload [file attachments](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/attachments/) to the new vault individually.
> - Re-create [Sends](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/about-send/) in the new vault.

### Web app

To import data to your Bitwarden vault:

1. Select **Tools**.
2. Select **Import**:

![Import items](https://bitwarden.com/assets/1NbyPb9dN545ZqKGRZYB3x/e6b8f3f31aa82bb05cef12c5a5c4c193/2025-12-17_11-25-08.png)
*Import items*
3. From the **Vault** dropdown menu, select where to save the data:

 - To save data in your personal vault, select **My vault**. (Optional) Choose an existing [**Folder**](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/folders/) to organize the imported items.

> [!NOTE] Choosing a folder with a folder defined in the import.
> If your data file contains folders from your previous password manager and you select a destination folder from the dropdown menu, the imported folders will be nested inside the folder you selected.
 - To save data in an organization's vault, select the organization's name. (Optional) Choose a [Collection](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/create-collections/) to organize the imported items and share with other members. (You can only choose a collection where you have [**can manage**](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/about-collections/#collections-permissions/) permission.)
4. From the **File format** dropdown menu, select the [file format](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/import-faqs/#q-what-file-formats-does-bitwarden-support-for-import/) of your exported data.
5. To enter your data, do one of the following:

 - Select **Choose File** and pick the exported file from your computer.
 - Copy and paste the contents of your exported file into the text box.

> [!WARNING] Duplicative Imports
> Importing does not check for duplicates. If you import the same file more than once or import items already in your vault, duplicate items will be created.
6. Select **Import**. If you're importing a password-protected `.json `file, enter the password into the **Confirm vault import** window that appears.
7. After your data is imported, delete the exported data file from your computer. This will protect you in the event your computer is compromised. If you're importing to Bitwarden from another password manager or browser, you may also want to delete data from that tool.

### Browser extension

To import data to your vault:

1. Select **Settings**.
2. Select **Vault options.**
3. Select **Import items**. A new window will appear**.**
4. From the **Vault** dropdown menu, select where to save the data:

 - To save data in your personal vault, select **My vault**. (Optional) Choose an existing [**Folder**](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/folders/) to organize the imported items.

> [!NOTE] Choosing a folder with a folder defined in the import.
> If your data file contains folders from your previous password manager and you select a destination folder from the dropdown menu, the imported folders will be nested inside the folder you selected.
 - To save data in an organization's vault, select the organization's name. (Optional) Choose a [Collection](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/create-collections/) to organize the imported items and share with other members. (You can only choose a collection where you have [**can manage**](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/about-collections/#collections-permissions/) permission.)
5. From the **File format** dropdown menu, select the [import file format](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/import-faqs/#q-what-file-formats-does-bitwarden-support-for-import/).
6. Select **Choose File** and pick the file or copy and paste your file’s contents into the text box.

> [!WARNING] Duplicative Imports
> Importing does not check for duplicates. If you import the same file more than once or import items already in your vault, duplicate items will be created.
7. Select **Import data**. If you are importing a password protected `.json `file, enter the password into the **Confirm vault import** window that appears.
8. After your data is imported, delete the exported data file from your device. This will protect you in the event your computer is compromised. If you're importing to Bitwarden from another password manager or browser, you may also want to delete data from that tool.

### Mobile

In most cases, importing data on a mobile device requires you to do so via the web app, opened in a mobile browser. You can reach this location from Password Manager by navigating to **Settings** → **Vault** → **Import items**.

On iOS 26, Bitwarden supports import using the [Fido Credential Exchange Protocol (CXP)](https://fidoalliance.org/specifications-credential-exchange-specifications) for direct and easy migration of passwords, passkeys, credit cards, and personal identity information into your vault. The app you're importing from must also support CXP and steps will vary by application.

For example, on the iOS Passwords app, use the ⋯ options menu to select **Export Data to Another App** and choose Bitwarden. 

### Desktop

To import data to your vault:

1. Select **Import** from the navigation menu.
2. From the **Vault** dropdown menu, select where to save the data:

 - To save data in your personal vault, select **My vault**. (Optional) Choose an existing [**Folder**](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/folders/) to organize the imported items.

> [!NOTE] Choosing a folder with a folder defined in the import.
> If your data file contains folders from your previous password manager and you select a destination folder from the dropdown menu, the imported folders will be nested inside the folder you selected.
 - To save data in an organization's vault, select the organization's name. (Optional) Choose a [Collection](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/create-collections/) to organize the imported items and share with other members. (You can only choose a collection where you have [**can manage**](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/about-collections/#collections-permissions/) permission.)
3. From the **File format** dropdown menu, select the [import file format](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/import-faqs/#q-what-file-formats-does-bitwarden-support-for-import/).
4. Select **Choose File** and pick the file or copy and paste your file’s contents into the text box.

> [!WARNING] Duplicative Imports
> Importing does not check for duplicates. If you import the same file more than once or import items already in your vault, duplicate items will be created.
5. Select **Import data**. If you are importing a password protected `.json `file, enter the password into the **Confirm vault import** window that appears.
6. After your data is imported, delete the exported data file from your computer. This will protect you in the event your computer is compromised. If you're importing to Bitwarden from another password manager or browser, you may also want to delete data from that tool.

### CLI

To import data to your vault, use the following [CLI](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/cli/) command:

```
bw import <format> <path>
```

`bw import` requires a format (use `bw import --formats` to retrieve a list of formats) and a path, for example:

```
bw import <format> /Users/myaccount/Documents/mydata.csv
```

After your data is imported, delete the exported data file from your computer. This will protect you in the event your computer is compromised. If you're importing to Bitwarden from another password manager or browser, you may also want to delete data from that tool.

If an “Import error” message appears, no data was added to your vault. [Fix the import file issue](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/import-data/#troubleshoot-import-errors/) and try again.