How to use Dashlane

You just created a Dashlane account. Let's break down the basics and get you set up.

If you're setting up Dashlane using a Chromebook or Linux, please go to Getting started with the Dashlane web app.

Step 1: Save your passwords to Dashlane

When you are first getting your Dashlane account set up, you don't need to add all your passwords right away. We have a few quick ways you can get started by bringing over passwords from other places you have them saved. You can add your most-used passwords by using one—or all—of the methods described below.

Method 1: Save passwords as you browse the web

Are you on a mobile device? If so, you’ll find that the process works a little differently. Please visit our Android or iOS articles to learn more.

1. Make sure your Dashlane browser extension is installed and you're logged in to Dashlane.
   • If you’re using Chrome, Firefox or Edge, the Dashlane D will be dark green.
   • If you're using the Safari browser, the Dashlane D should be dark gray.

   

   

   If you are not sure you have the extension or if it is not working properly, please click here.

2. Browse the web and log in to sites as you normally would. Once you have the extension set up, any time that you log in to a site that isn’t yet saved in Dashlane, you will receive a prompt asking if you’d like Dashlane to save that password for future use.
3. Click Save when Dashlane asks if you want to store your password, and you'll be able to use Dashlane to automatically log in next time!

   Note that if you log in to an account that’s already stored in Dashlane with a different password than what Dashlane has saved, the app will ask you if you’d like to replace it. This makes sure you always have the correct passwords in Dashlane (especially when you reset them).

Method 2: Import saved passwords from your browser or another password manager

On Windows

When you first log in to your Dashlane account, you’ll see an option to automatically import passwords saved to your browser, but you can manually import them if you need to.

1. Open the Dashlane app from the Windows menu (or from the Dashlane shortcut on your Desktop).
2. From the menu bar, select File and then Import.

On macOS

1. Open the Dashlane app located in your Applications folder (can also be found in your Dock & Launchpad or by using Spotlight).
2. From the menu bar, select File and then Import.
3. Select any browsers you'd like to import credentials from. You may also import from other password managers from this menu.

iOS and Android

At this time, data cannot be imported from iOS or Android browsers. Please use Dashlane on Windows or macOS to import data from your browsers, from another application, or from a CSV file.

You can import passwords at any point during your Premium Trial, but otherwise Free Dashlane accounts will not see these options because free accounts are limited to 50 stored passwords. If you are using Dashlane Premium or Premium Plus, there is no limit on the number of passwords you can save.

Method 3: Add passwords manually

1. Open your Dashlane app and select Passwords from the left-hand menu.
2. Click Add new or tap + if you're using the mobile app.
3. Fill in the blanks for your credential. You’ll want to include the Website, Login, and Password fields as these are necessary to sign into an account.
4. Click OK to save.

   

Learn more about how to add and manage your passwords.

Step 2. Automatically log in and fill forms on the web

Before we move on, you'll want to make sure your Dashlane browser extension is installed and on for this to work. If you aren't sure that's the case, get it here.

If you're on a mobile device, the process works a little differently. Visit our Android or iOS articles to learn more.

Log in to sites with one click

Now that you've added your credentials to Dashlane, you can log in to all your web accounts with one click.

1. When you visit a website, look for the dark green Dashlane D logo in the login fields (if the Dashlane logo is gray, you’re logged out or do not have that credential saved yet).
2. When you click into a field, Dashlane will display a drop-down list for you to choose the credential you want to use.
3. Once you've selected the login you want, we'll autofill the password linked to it. For example, if you click in the Username field, select your email address or username and let us do the rest.

   

Learn more about how to log in to websites using Dashlane and how to fill out a form using Dashlane.

Fill forms with one click

Tired of filling in registration forms for every website you sign up for? Dashlane can do the legwork.

1. Click in a field and choose a stored profile you want to use to populate the form.
2. Dashlane will detect and autofill the fields in the form with your data. If nothing appears, you're probably logged out or need to add data to the 'Personal Info' tab or the other information in the Vault section of your Dashlane app.

   

Learn more about how to fill out a form using Dashlane.

Step 3: Instantly synchronize passwords to all devices

When you connect Dashlane to all of your devices, you're able to add, access and manage credentials from anywhere and any device. Click below to get Dashlane on your desired devices.

• I want Dashlane on my desktop
• I want Dashlane on my iOS device
• I want Dashlane on my Android device

Note that Sync is only available for Premium and business plans, including trial plans. Learn more about syncing your Dashlane data.

Step 4: Manage and monitor your password health

Security and breach alerts

Breaches are unfortunately common, and we want you to be the first to know if your account may have been compromised.

We'll send you an alert if a hack is linked to an account you have stored in Dashlane and prompt you to change that password and any other accounts using a similar password. Learn more about these types of alerts.

Updating weak or reused passwords

The internet can be both easier and more secure. Update any weak or reused passwords, and let Dashlane do the hard work of remembering complex, unique passwords for all of your accounts. We have a few tools that will help you do this.

• Password Changer gives you the option to automatically change passwords for compatible accounts in seconds.
• Password Generator automatically offers to generate new, unique passwords for that you'll never even have to learn. You can also use it to generate passwords for existing accounts.
• Password Health lets you see your overall password health score and a detailed breakdown of your compromised, reused, and weak passwords. Learn more about how to use Dashlane to find out how secure you are.