Importing Passwords from Chrome to Opera GX: A Step-by-Step Guide
Why Import Passwords from Chrome?
Before we dive into the process, let’s understand why you might want to import passwords from Chrome to Opera GX. With the rise of cloud storage and password managers, it’s becoming increasingly convenient to store sensitive information across multiple devices. However, some users might still want to keep their login credentials separate from their browsers. Importing passwords from Chrome to Opera GX provides a convenient way to centralize your passwords and access them across multiple browsers.
Prerequisites
Before you start, make sure you have:
- Opera GX installed on your computer
- Opera GX extension installed for Chrome
- Active Opera GX account
- Internet connection
Step 1: Install the Opera GX Password Manager Extension
- Download and install the Opera GX Password Manager extension from the Opera GX website.
- Launch the extension and select Open to import your Chrome passwords.
- Google Account is required for this process, so make sure you have a Google account linked to your Opera GX account.
Step 2: Connect Chrome to Opera GX Password Manager
- Launch Chrome and navigate to Settings ( three horizontal lines or Settings icon) > Advanced > Security > Show More settings.
- Click on Password and app data > Reset password.
- Enter your Opera GX password and confirm your password.
- Click on Reset to connect Chrome to Opera GX Password Manager.
Step 3: Import Chrome Passwords to Opera GX Password Manager
- Launch Opera GX Password Manager.
- Click on Add password and select Chrome as the source.
- Enter the password for the Chrome account you connected in Step 2.
- Click on Import to import the password.
Step 4: Use the Imported Passwords in Opera GX
- Launch Opera GX.
- Click on Get credentials (three horizontal lines or Get credentials icon) > Last login > Chrome.
- The password manager extension will prompt you to log in to your Google account.
- Enter your Google password and confirm your password.
- The password manager extension will now access your Chrome passwords.
Step 5: Access Imported Passwords in Opera GX
- Launch Opera GX.
- Click on Add menu (three horizontal lines or Add menu icon) > Help > Password manager.
- The password manager extension will now display all imported Chrome passwords.
Table: Importing Passwords from Chrome to Opera GX
| Step | Action | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Install Opera GX Password Manager extension | Download and install the extension. |
| Step 2 | Connect Chrome to Opera GX Password Manager | Navigate to Settings > Advanced > Security > Show More settings and reset password. |
| Step 3 | Import Chrome passwords to Opera GX Password Manager | Launch Opera GX Password Manager and add password > Chrome as the source. |
| Step 4 | Log in to Google account | Enter your Google password and confirm your password. |
| Step 5 | Access imported passwords | Launch Opera GX and click on Add menu > Help > Password manager |
Important Notes
- The password manager extension only allows access to Chrome passwords.
- Importing passwords from Chrome will only work if you have an active Google account.
- You can only import passwords that you own. Passwords stored by Opera GX or other services will not be imported.
- Opera GX Password Manager uses HTTPS encryption to protect your passwords.
Troubleshooting Tips
- If you encounter any issues during the import process, restart Opera GX Password Manager and try again.
- If you have multiple Google accounts, you may need to log in to each account separately.
- If you’re having trouble connecting Chrome to Opera GX Password Manager, try clearing the cache and cookies of your Chrome browser.
Conclusion
Importing passwords from Chrome to Opera GX provides a convenient way to centralize your passwords and access them across multiple browsers. By following these steps, you can easily import your Chrome passwords to Opera GX and start enjoying the benefits of password management.