JAKARTA - Since the launch of iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia, Apple officially separated the password management feature into a standalone application called Passwords. The feature, which was previously known as iCloud Keychain, is now integrated into the new application, complete with a number of improvements.
For users who want to switch from another password manager like 1Password, especially after the price increase of its service, Apple Passwords can be an interesting alternative. However, there is one important requirement: the import process can only be done through a Mac.
Although the Passwords app is available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, the process of importing old password lists can only be done through the macOS version. This means that without access to a Mac device, users cannot move password data to this Apple system.
In addition, Apple Passwords is currently focused on storing login credentials such as usernames and passwords. This application does not support the storage of other data such as credit card numbers, software license numbers, or secure documents as offered by a number of third-party password managers.
Steps to Import Passwords to Apple Passwords
Here's how to move old passwords to Apple Passwords:
Download a list of passwords from your old password manager. Make sure the downloaded file is in .csv format (Comma-Separated Values).
Open the Passwords app on your Mac (macOS Sequoia or later).
On the Menu Bar, click File.
Select Import Passwords.
Click Choose File.
Select the .csv file you downloaded earlier.
Once the file is selected, the system will automatically import all passwords into Apple Passwords.
Need to Check Import Results Again
After the process is complete, Apple Passwords will display a list of accounts that failed to be imported. Unfortunately, this application does not explain in detail the reasons for the failure.
Users are advised to keep access to the old password manager for several months. In some cases, it is possible that imported data does not include a username or email address, so it needs to be corrected manually.
Delete CSV File for Security
One very important thing: after the import process is complete and confirmed to be successful, immediately delete the .csv file from your device.
A CSV file stores all passwords in plain text format without encryption. If the file falls into the wrong hands, all your accounts are at risk of being hacked.
With the presence of Apple Passwords as a standalone application, Apple is further strengthening its security ecosystem. However, before fully switching, make sure all your data has been imported correctly and no important information is left behind.
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