Key facts
- Google has launched a new feature on Android to simplify switching between password managers.
- The new system allows users to transfer passwords and passkeys directly between apps.
- This eliminates the need for risky CSV file downloads.
- Initial supported apps include Google's own password manager, 1Password, Bitwarden, and Dashlane.
- The feature works on devices running Android 8.0 Oreo or higher.
Google has launched a new feature on its Android operating system designed to simplify the process of switching between password manager applications. Previously, users often had to export their passwords into a CSV file, a method that carried security risks. The new system allows for a more direct and secure transfer of credentials, including passkeys, between different password management apps.