Move Your Data from Enpass to Strongbox

Introduction - Enpass to KeePass

Strongbox can import your data from Enpass using their JSON format. Strongbox creates a new KeePass format database (KDBX 4.x) in which to store data from Enpass. This is an open source format which you can use across many apps, so you're never locked in. To get started, follow the steps below.

Caveat
It is important to note that the import process isn't perfect and you should always inspect the newly created database and make sure your data looks ok. In particular Strongbox does not support "Named Sections", that is different sections that you might have had in your Enpass database. Strongbox does attempt to import these titles but it may or will look different that what you might expect. You can always edit the database to your liking after the import.

Step 1: Exporting from Enpass

  1. Open Enpass on your Mac and unlock your vault.
  2. Go to the menu bar at the top of your screen and click File > Export.
  3. You will be presented with a sidebar (see screenshot below)
  4. Ensure that the format is .json.
  5. Click on the small Folder icon under Choose Location and select a filename and location to export to.
  6. Click Export.

Enpass Export Side Bar

Step 2: Import Enpass JSON using Strongbox

Choose from the instructions below depending on whether you're importing using your Mac or iPhone/iPad...

2a) On your Mac (macOS)
  1. Open Strongbox, and click File > Import > Enpass (JSON) menu item - see screenshot below.
  2. Locate and select the Enpass JSON file that you exported in Part 1 above. Strongbox will confirm the import was successful.
  3. You now need to set a master password for your new Strongbox database. This can be the same as your old 1Password master password if you like.
  4. Lastly, save your new Strongbox database either locally or on your favourite cloud drive.
  5. Check your entries in Strongbox to make sure all of your data has been imported successfully.

strongbox-mac-import-enpass

2b) On your iPhone or iPad (iOS)
  1. Move the Enpass JSON file that you exported in Part 1 above into a location that can be accessed by your iPhone/iPad.
  2. Open Strongbox and tap the plus symbol (+) in the top right of the screen.
  3. Tap More > Enpass (JSON)... and follow the on screen instructions
  4. Check your entries in Strongbox to make sure all of your data has been imported successfully.

import-enpass-ios

Step 3: Cleanup

  1. Delete the JSON file that you exported from Enpass.