Google Chrome Password Manager

The free Bitwarden app extension for Google Chrome is the best password manager for everyday use. It's open-source, easy to use, and is constantly undergoing rigorous security checks from top cybersecurity experts around the world. Users can also self-host using Bitwarden for an extra layer of security.

Multiple vaults, seamless syncing, and extensive free features also help Bitwarden stand out from expensive, lower-value alternatives like 1Password and LastPass.

• ​​First, sign up for a Bitwarden account and confirm your email address. 

• Open Chrome.

• Next, head to the Chrome Web Store to install the Bitwarden password manager extension. 

• Once installed, you'll notice the Bitwarden icon in your browser's toolbar. 

• Click it, and sign in with your account credentials. 

• From there, you're all set to browse the web using Chrome, while Bitwarden automatically saves your passwords and syncs them across your devices, like Android

Bitwarden is best for Chrome users looking for a no-cost password management solution. It's secure, simple, and has a completely transparent open source architecture allowing constant security validation and review. It's easy to start—simply add the Bitwarden extension to Chrome, set up your account, and you're ready to go. The extension works quietly in the background, handling password storage and doing select autofill tasks as you browse—effortlessly syncing your saved credentials across your devices in less than a second.

To export your Bitwarden vault data, click the menu button to open the “Tools” menu panel in the web app. Then, select "Export Vault." Choose where to export from and pick your preferred file format: .json, .csv, or encrypted .json. If you opt for encrypted export, you can make it account-restricted or password-protected for extra security. 

Once you've confirmed your format choice, click "Export Vault" again in the menu panel and verify the action with your master password or an email code. The exported file will include all vault items you have permission to access.

First, export your Chrome passwords by going to your settings, clicking Export Passwords, and saving the file as a .csv format to your computer. Then, log into Bitwarden and go to "Tools," then "Import Data." From there, you'll select your import destination, either a personal or organizational vault. You'll then choose any specific folder you want to store the passwords in, as well as the file format you'd like the data in. After uploading your exported file or pasting its contents, click Import Data to complete the transfer.