Password Manager — Manual Mac

Exporting a keychain

Exporting is free in every version.

As a Windows CSV file

"File" → "Export Keychain (Windows CSV)…" saves the open keychain as a CSV file in the format of Steganos Password Manager for Windows, which can import it via "File" → "Import" → "Steganos CSV Keychain..." (see the Windows manual).

The Password Manager first warns "Unencrypted CSV export": the file contains the basic data of all entries in plain text, but no custom fields and no file attachments. Click "Export", choose a name and location, and save. "Show in folder" then shows the file in the Finder.

Warning: Keep the CSV file safe and delete it as soon as you no longer need it.

To use a keychain on another device, you don't need an export: use cloud sync, or copy the keychain files (right-click the keychain in the keychain list → "Show in Finder").

To another app (macOS 26)

From macOS 26 on, "File" → "Export to Another App…" hands the open keychain to another password app, for example Apple Passwords. The transfer runs directly between the apps, encrypted by the system; no file is created.

Confirm the warning with "Continue" and choose the target app. The whole keychain is transferred, including passwords, passkeys, notes and cards. Only continue if you trust the target app. Your keychain in the Password Manager stays unchanged.