How to import data from Strongbox

Minimalist can import your passwords and other data from an ever growing list of password managers, including Strongbox. This even works in free mode so you can try it out before purchasing! Here's what you'll need to do.

Step 1: Export your data from Strongbox

In order for Minimalist to read your Strongbox data, you'll first need to export it to an unencrypted local file.

Please remember exported data is NOT encrypted. Anyone with access to these files can read them. Please keep them safe!

  • Open Strongbox.
  • Select File -> Export -> Export as CSV... from the menu bar.
  • Select a location to save the CSV file to.
  • Select Save.

Please contact Strongbox support if you run into any trouble.

Step 2: Import your data into Minimalist

You can now import your data into Minimalist from the exported data file:

  • Open Minimalist.
  • Select the gear icon to open Settings.
  • Select Import Items.
  • Select Strongbox.
  • Select the file format you exported to.
  • Select location of the exported file.
  • Select Start Import.

Step 3: Confirm your data

In our experience importing and exporting data between different apps can be a little tricky. Things sometimes get missed. Please confirm all the data you expect is now present in Minimalist.

Please reach out to us at hello@minimalistpassword.com if you run into any trouble. We'll be happy to help!

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