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Android

Prerequisites​

Before setting up the passbolt mobile app on Android, ensure you have:

  • A passbolt account already configured in your browser
  • Your passbolt server URL
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passbolt mobile apps require HTTPS to function. If you're using a self-signed certificate, you'll need to import it to your device first. See our TLS (SSL) certificate import guide for detailed instructions.

Download and Install​

Scan the QR code below to download the passbolt app from Google Play Store, or search for "passbolt" in the Google Play Store on your device.

QR code to download passbolt from Google Play Store
fig. Scan to download passbolt from Google Play Store

Initial Setup​

Step 1: Launch the App​

Open the passbolt app and tap "Get Started" to begin the setup process.

Step 2: Choose Setup Option​

You'll be presented with two options:

  • "Connect to an existing account" - If you already have a passbolt account
  • "I don't have an account" - If you need to create a new account
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It is currently not possible to create an account using the mobile app. First you will need to create an account using your desktop browser extension.

Step 3: Connect to Existing Account​

If you have an existing account, follow these steps:

  1. Sign in using the browser extension on your desktop
  2. Go to the profile page in your browser
  3. Go to the mobile section in your profile
  4. Scan the QR codes displayed on the screen

Step 4: Scan QR Code​

  1. In the passbolt mobile app, tap "Scan QR code"
  2. Point your camera at the QR code displayed in your browser
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection

Configure Autofill​

For autofill setup and configuration, see our autofill documentation.

Chrome Native Autofill​

Chrome on Android (version 135+) supports native autofill services. For the best experience with Chrome, see our Chrome autofill guide for setup instructions.

Disable Built-in Password Manager​

To avoid conflicts, disable Android's built-in password manager. See our guide on disabling built-in password managers.

Troubleshooting​

Certificate Issues​

Autofill Not Working​

If autofill is not working properly, ensure that:

  • The passbolt autofill service is enabled in your device settings
  • You have granted necessary permissions to the passbolt app
  • Your device's built-in password manager is disabled
  • For Chrome users, ensure Chrome native autofill is properly configured

Next Steps​

  • Learn about TOTP functionality on mobile
  • Configure Chrome native autofill for the best Chrome experience