# Dashlane Problems & Issues 2026 - Free Plan Gone, Autofill & Support

Source: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane
Last analyzed: 2026-10-21
Try or Bye score: 54/100

## Verdict: Try with caution

Dashlane works for some teams, but users report recurring problems (score 54/100). Most reported issues: Dashlane free plan discontinued - what happened to my passwords?; Can't reach a human at Dashlane support - only a chatbot; Why is Dashlane so expensive? Annual-only billing. Not a good fit for: Budget users and former free users; Windows or Linux users who want a desktop app; People who need quick human support. Users most often switch to Bitwarden, 1Password, NordPass.

## What it is

Dashlane is a subscription password manager that stores passwords, passkeys, payment details and secure notes, fills them in through browser extensions and mobile apps, and adds dark web monitoring, phishing alerts and a Wi-Fi VPN on its Premium plan. It sells personal plans (Premium, Friends & Family) and business plans (Password Management, Credential Protection, Enterprise). The free plan ended in September 2025, and on Windows and Linux Dashlane now runs through the web app and browser extension rather than a native desktop app.

## Common errors & fixes

### Dashlane Autofill Not Working

Usually Dashlane is turned off for that website, the saved login has the wrong address, or 'Only autofill on exact URL' is on. Turn on 'Fill forms and login info' for the site, fix the website field, and update the extension.

1. **Turn Dashlane back on for this site** — Click the Dashlane 'D' icon in the browser toolbar Open the 'This website' tab Make sure 'Fill forms and login info' is turned on
2. **Fix the website on the saved login** — Open the credential in the Dashlane web app Edit the website field so it matches the site's actual login address Save and reload the login page
3. **Turn off 'Only autofill on exact URL'** — Open the credential Scroll to the bottom and click 'Autofill options' Clear the 'Only autofill on exact URL' checkbox and save
4. **Turn off auto-login for problem sites** — Open the credential in the web app Disable the auto-login option for that password Dashlane still fills the fields; click the sign-in button yourself
5. **Update the extension and browser, then restart** — Update the Dashlane extension and your browser Close every tab and quit the browser completely Reopen and log back in to Dashlane
6. **Copy and paste as a fallback** — Click the 'D' icon in the toolbar Find the login for the current site Copy the username and password and paste them in Report the site to Dashlane support if it fails every time

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/autofill-not-working

### Dashlane Extension Not Working in Chrome

Most often you're logged out of the extension, Chrome's own password manager is interfering, or the extension needs reinstalling. Log in again, turn off Chrome's password saving, and reinstall from the Chrome Web Store if needed.

1. **Log out and back in** — Click the Dashlane icon Log out, refresh the browser, then log back in with your email and master password
2. **Turn off Chrome's password manager** — Open Chrome Settings > Autofill and passwords > Google Password Manager > Settings Turn off 'Offer to save passwords' and 'Sign in automatically'
3. **Disable conflicting extensions** — Open chrome://extensions Turn off other password managers and security extensions one by one Restart the browser after each change and test Dashlane
4. **Update Chrome and the extension** — Open Chrome menu > Help > About Google Chrome to update Restart Chrome; extensions update with it
5. **Reinstall the extension** — Remove Dashlane from chrome://extensions Reinstall it from the Chrome Web Store Log in again

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/extension-not-working

### Dashlane Keeps Logging Me Out

The extension often logs out when the browser clears cookies or site data on close. In Brave, users fixed it by changing the extension option to 'Desktop'; in Firefox, reinstalling the extension helped.

1. **Brave: switch the extension option to Desktop** — Open Brave Settings > Extensions Click Details on Dashlane > Extension options Select 'Desktop' and restart Brave
2. **Allow Dashlane in clear-on-exit settings** — Open the browser's privacy settings Add dashlane.com as an exception to clearing cookies on close or to third-party cookie blocking Restart the browser
3. **Reinstall the extension** — Remove Dashlane from the extensions page Reinstall from the browser's official store Log in and restart the browser to test
4. **Rule out extension conflicts** — Temporarily disable other extensions Restart and check whether Dashlane stays logged in

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/keeps-logging-out

### How to Export Passwords From Dashlane

In the Dashlane web app go to Settings > Export data, enter your master password and choose CSV. You get a ZIP of unencrypted CSV files; use the encrypted DASH format if you just want a backup.

1. **Export to CSV for switching** — Open the Dashlane web app and go to Settings Select 'Export data' and enter your master password Choose CSV; a file named dashlane-credential-export.zip downloads Import it into Bitwarden, Proton Pass, 1Password or NordPass, then delete the file
2. **Export an encrypted DASH backup** — In Export data choose the DASH format Create a password for the file Store it safely; only someone with that password can open it
3. **Business plans: ask your admin** — If export is missing or partial, your admin may have restricted it Ask them to allow export of your personal items

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/export-passwords

### Dashlane Verification Code Not Received

Dashlane sends new-device codes to your contact email, which may not be your login email. Check that inbox and spam, refresh the login page and choose 'Resend code', or log in with a QR code from another device.

1. **Check the right inbox and resend** — Check your contact email address, including spam and other folders Go back to the Dashlane login page and refresh it Select 'Resend code'
2. **Allow Dashlane's emails** — Add Dashlane's no-reply and support addresses to your contacts Log in again to trigger a new code
3. **Use a QR code from another device** — If you're logged in on another phone or tablet, choose the QR code login option Scan it with the logged-in device
4. **Use your authenticator app if 2FA is on** — If asked for a 6-digit token, open your authenticator app Enter the current Dashlane code; emails are not sent when 2FA is on
5. **Try another browser or update** — Update the Dashlane app or extension If you use a Chromium browser, try logging in from Firefox
6. **Change the contact email** — If you no longer have access to the contact inbox, change your contact email from a logged-in device Or contact Dashlane support through the help center chat

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/verification-code-not-received

### Forgot Dashlane Master Password

Dashlane can't reset or reveal your master password. You can recover only with a recovery key, biometric recovery or admin-assisted recovery set up beforehand; otherwise you must reset the account and lose your data.

1. **Wait out the lock and try again** — After several wrong attempts, wait a few minutes Check Caps Lock and keyboard layout, then try again
2. **Use biometric recovery on a phone** — If you enabled biometric recovery on a mobile device, open Dashlane there Choose the forgot-password option and follow the biometric prompt to set a new master password
3. **Use your account recovery key** — On the login screen choose the forgot-password option Enter your 28-character recovery key Set a new master password, then generate a new recovery key (each key works once)
4. **Ask your admin (business plans)** — If your company enabled admin-assisted recovery, request recovery from the login screen Your admin approves it from the Admin Console
5. **Last resort: reset the account** — If no recovery method exists, reset the account from the login screen This deletes all stored data; you start with an empty vault

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/forgot-master-password

### Dashlane Not Syncing Between Devices

First confirm every device is logged in to the same Dashlane account, then update the app and force a sync with 'Sync now' in the web app. Logging out and back in fixes most remaining cases.

1. **Check which account you're logged in with** — Open Dashlane on each device and check the account email Log in with the same account everywhere
2. **Update every Dashlane app** — Update the extension, the iOS/Android app and the browser Reopen Dashlane
3. **Force a sync** — In the Dashlane web app, select 'Sync now' On Mac, iPhone and Android there is no button: close and reopen the app
4. **Log out and back in** — Before logging out of a passwordless account, make sure you're logged in on another device or have your recovery key Log out on the affected device and log back in
5. **Remove and re-add the problem device** — In your account's device list, remove the device that isn't syncing Log in on that device again

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/sync-not-working

### Dashlane Free Plan Ended - Can't See My Passwords

Dashlane discontinued the Free plan on September 16, 2025. Since then former free users can't view, copy or edit items, only export them or upgrade; Dashlane's stated deadline for that was September 16, 2026.

1. **Export your data** — Log in to the Dashlane web app Open Settings > Export data Enter your master password and choose CSV Save the ZIP and import it into your new password manager
2. **Upgrade to keep using Dashlane** — Choose Premium or Friends & Family from the upgrade prompt Check your email for any discount code Dashlane sent to former free users
3. **Contact support if the export option is gone** — The export deadline was September 16, 2026 If you can no longer export, contact Dashlane support through the help center

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/free-plan-ended-cant-see-passwords

### How to Cancel Dashlane and Get a Refund

Cancel where you paid. Card purchases on dashlane.com: web app > Vault menu > Subscription > Cancel your subscription, and request the refund before leaving. Full refunds are only guaranteed within 30 days of purchase.

1. **Check where you paid** — Open the Dashlane web app > Vault menu > Subscription If you see card details and billing history, you paid Dashlane directly If it points to another platform, Apple, Google Play or PayPal handles billing
2. **Cancel and refund a website purchase** — In the web app open Vault menu > Subscription Select 'Cancel your subscription' in the right panel Follow the steps and request the refund before leaving the page (within 30 days of purchase)
3. **Cancel on iPhone/iPad** — Open iOS Settings and tap your name Tap Subscriptions > Dashlane > Cancel Subscription For a refund, contact Dashlane support and follow Apple's refund process
4. **Cancel on Android** — Open Google Play > profile icon > Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions Tap Dashlane > Cancel subscription Within 30 days, contact Dashlane support with your Google Play transaction ID for a refund

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/cancel-subscription-refund

### Dashlane Account Suspended or Locked

Suspension emails on May 31-June 1, 2026 came from Dashlane automatically locking accounts targeted in a brute-force attack on 2FA. Dashlane says access was restored and the investigation closed on June 4, 2026; reset your master password only via official steps and turn on 2FA.

1. **Check Dashlane's status and security advisory** — Visit Dashlane's status page and the 'Brute force attack on Dashlane user accounts' advisory in the help center Confirm the incident is resolved before retrying
2. **Log in only through official Dashlane apps** — Ignore links in unexpected emails Open the Dashlane app or extension directly and log in
3. **Secure the account once you're back in** — Review your device list and remove devices you don't recognize Enable two-factor authentication with an authenticator app Change the master password if you saw logins you didn't make
4. **Contact support if still locked** — Use the help center chat and mention the suspension email Have your contact email and recovery key ready

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/account-suspended

### Dashlane Didn't Save My Generated Password

Dashlane keeps a history of generated passwords. Open the extension > Generator > Show history, copy the latest password and save it to the login.

1. **Recover it from generator history** — Click the 'D' icon in the browser toolbar Go to 'Generator' and click 'Show history' Copy the most recent password at the top
2. **Save it to a credential** — Open the Dashlane web app Paste the password into the existing login or create a new one with the site's URL
3. **Accept the 'last unsaved password' suggestion** — Revisit the site's login page Dashlane may suggest the last unsaved password; select it

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/dashlane/issues/generated-password-not-saved

## Common problems

- **Dashlane free plan discontinued - what happened to my passwords?** (pricing): Dashlane moved all Free users to a Premium trial on August 5, 2025 and ended the Free plan on September 16, 2025. After that, former free users could no longer add, edit, copy or view their data, only export it, and the window to export or upgrade ran until September 16, 2026. Many long-time free users left for Bitwarden or NordPass.
- **Can't reach a human at Dashlane support - only a chatbot** (support): The most frequent complaint in recent Trustpilot reviews (Aug-Oct 2026): users get an automated bot, can't escalate to a person, or are routed to the wrong language or region. Dashlane's own help pages point locked-out users to 'Chat with bot'. Security.org notes support requires a paid subscription.
- **Why is Dashlane so expensive? Annual-only billing** (pricing): Premium is advertised as $4.99/month but billed annually ($59.88 upfront), and Friends & Family is $89.88/year. Reviewers note there is no month-to-month option and that Dashlane costs more than Bitwarden, NordPass or Proton Pass for the same core job.
- **Dashlane charged me after I cancelled - refund refused** (pricing): Many Trustpilot reviews (June-September 2026) describe auto-renewal charges they did not expect, cancellations that did not stop billing, and refunds refused after the 30-day window. Dashlane only guarantees a full refund within 30 days of purchase; app-store purchases must be cancelled with Apple or Google.
- **Dashlane autofill not working on some sites** (reliability): Autofill problems are the most-cited con on G2 (58 reviews mention them), and Trustpilot users report failures on Mac and false-positive form detection. Dashlane's own blog lists sites that block page changes, wrong saved URLs and the 'Only autofill on exact URL' option as common causes.
- **Forgot Dashlane master password - data can be lost** (security): Dashlane never stores the master password, so it cannot reset it for you. Without a recovery key, biometric recovery or admin recovery set up in advance, the only option is resetting the account, which erases the vault.
- **Dashlane price increase pushes long-time users away** (pricing): Trustpilot reviews from August to October 2026 repeatedly mention sharp renewal price increases for long-time subscribers, and switch write-ups cite Premium's cost as the main reason for moving to Bitwarden. Some third-party pricing pages note introductory prices that renew higher.
- **Dashlane accounts suspended after May 2026 brute-force attack** (security): On May 31, 2026 attackers tried to brute-force 2FA to register new devices on Dashlane accounts. Dashlane automatically locked targeted accounts, so many users got suspension emails or couldn't log in. Dashlane says its internal systems were not breached, but attackers downloaded encrypted vault copies of fewer than 20 personal users; the investigation closed June 4, 2026.
- **Dashlane keeps logging me out and asking for the master password** (usability): Users report repeated forced logins and the extension logging out each time the browser closes, especially in Brave and Firefox. Workarounds include changing extension options or reinstalling, but there is no official fix for every browser.
- **No Dashlane desktop app for Windows anymore** (usability): Dashlane replaced its desktop app with the web app and browser extensions; reviews in 2026 list no native app for Windows or Linux. Users who preferred a standalone app, or who browse in unsupported browsers, lost a way to use their vault.
- **Dashlane sharing is clunky for families** (usability): Former users describe Dashlane sharing as item-by-item, where the recipient has to accept every shared login, rather than shared vaults. Trustpilot reviewers also report sharing that doesn't work reliably.
- **Dashlane Android autofill unreliable** (mobile): Switchers to Bitwarden cite unreliable Dashlane autofill on Android. Dashlane's own help suggests copying and pasting from the app when Android autofill fails, and notes business admins can pause autofill for specific sites.
- **Features differ between Dashlane apps** (usability): Security.org found that passkey creation isn't visible in the Mac or Android apps, Secure Notes are limited to the extension and Mac app, and the password generator isn't in the web app. Some Password Health links to change passwords were outdated.
- **Business seats not reduced when users are removed** (pricing): A business admin reported on Trustpilot (September 2026) that removing users did not lower billed seats at renewal. Business pricing was also restructured in March 2026: the $11 Omnix bundle was split into Password Management ($8/user/month) and Credential Protection ($4/user/month).

## What users like

- **Clean, intuitive interface**: G2 reviewers and comparison sites praise ease of use; even Bitwarden fans say Dashlane's interface is more inviting.
- **VPN and dark web monitoring included in Premium**: Premium bundles a Wi-Fi VPN, dark web monitoring and real-time phishing alerts, which most rivals don't include.
- **Smooth saving of new logins**: Users who moved to Bitwarden note that Dashlane captured new logins during account creation more automatically.
- **Works well for years when it works**: Long-time Trustpilot reviewers say it ran reliably across multiple devices for years before price or support issues.
- **No master password stored, recovery key option**: Zero-knowledge design: Dashlane never stores your master password, and a 28-character recovery key, biometric recovery and admin recovery are available.
- **Friends & Family covers 10 people**: One subscription gives up to 10 separate private accounts, cheaper per person than Premium.

## Pricing

- **Premium**: $59.88 (yearly) — hidden costs: Billed annually only ($4.99/month equivalent). Auto-renews; refunds only within 30 days of purchase. Introductory prices may renew higher.
- **Friends & Family**: $89.88 (yearly) — hidden costs: Billed annually only ($7.49/month equivalent). Auto-renews.
- **Password Management (Business)**: $8 (monthly) — hidden costs: Per user per month, billed annually. Price from third-party tracking (March 2026); Dashlane's page did not show a figure when checked.
- **Credential Protection (Business)**: $4 (monthly) — hidden costs: Per user per month, billed annually; requires contacting sales. Price from third-party tracking.
- **Enterprise**: yearly — hidden costs: Custom quote only

## Who should and shouldn't use it

- **Users who want an all-in-one bundle with a VPN** — Good fit: Premium includes a Wi-Fi VPN, dark web monitoring and phishing alerts in one subscription.
- **Non-technical users** — Good fit: Interface is regularly praised as clean and easy compared with Bitwarden or KeePass.
- **Families of up to 10** — Depends: Friends & Family is good value per person, but sharing is item-by-item and the VPN is only for the plan manager.
- **Budget users and former free users** — Avoid: No free plan and annual-only billing; Bitwarden and Proton Pass have usable free tiers.
- **Windows or Linux users who want a desktop app** — Avoid: Dashlane relies on the web app and browser extension on these platforms.
- **People who need quick human support** — Avoid: Recent reviews describe chatbot-first support that is hard to escalate.
- **Small businesses needing SSO and policies** — Depends: Solid admin features, but pricing was restructured in 2026 and seat billing complaints exist.
- **Privacy purists wanting open source** — Avoid: Dashlane is closed source; Bitwarden is open source and self-hostable.

## Alternatives

- **Bitwarden** (https://www.tryorbye.com/products/bitwarden): The most common destination for former Dashlane users: a real free plan, Premium under $1/month, open source and self-hostable. Trade-off: less polished interface and some mobile autofill quirks.
- **1Password** (https://www.tryorbye.com/products/1password): Polished apps on every platform including a native Windows desktop app, shared vaults and Travel Mode. Trade-off: no free plan and its own 2026 price increase.
- **NordPass**: Free plan with unlimited passwords (one active device) and cheaper paid plans with reliable autofill. Trade-off: limited customization such as custom fields.
- **Enpass**: One-time lifetime purchase and sync through your own cloud or locally, so no subscription. Trade-off: fewer features and harder sharing.
- **Proton Pass** (https://www.tryorbye.com/products/proton-pass): Generous free tier, open source, and email aliases; imports Dashlane exports directly. Trade-off: younger product with fewer advanced features.
- **Keeper** (https://www.tryorbye.com/products/keeper): Strong folder structure and custom fields, popular with businesses. Trade-off: add-ons such as BreachWatch cost extra.

## FAQ

### Is Dashlane still free?

No. Dashlane ended its Free plan on September 16, 2025. Former free users could only export their data, and the deadline to export or upgrade was September 16, 2026. New users get Premium (about $59.88/year) or Friends & Family (about $89.88/year).

### Is Dashlane worth it in 2026?

It's worth it if you want an easy password manager with a VPN and dark web monitoring bundled in. If you only need password storage, Bitwarden or Proton Pass do the core job for free or far less, and they avoid Dashlane's annual-only billing and support complaints.

### How much does Dashlane cost?

Premium is $4.99/month billed annually ($59.88/year); Friends & Family is $7.49/month billed annually ($89.88/year) for up to 10 people. Business Password Management is about $8/user/month and Credential Protection about $4/user/month, both billed annually; Enterprise is custom.

### Can I pay for Dashlane monthly?

Personal plans are billed annually; the monthly figure on the pricing page is an equivalent rate, not a monthly charge.

### Was Dashlane hacked?

On May 31, 2026 Dashlane was hit by a brute-force campaign against 2FA. It locked targeted accounts, says its internal systems were not breached, and confirmed attackers downloaded encrypted vault copies of fewer than 20 personal users, which remain protected by their master passwords. The investigation closed on June 4, 2026.

### Why was my Dashlane account suspended?

Most suspension emails around May 31-June 1, 2026 came from Dashlane's automatic protection during the brute-force attack. Access was restored for affected accounts; if you're still locked out, contact support through the help center.

### What happens if I forget my Dashlane master password?

Dashlane cannot reset it. You can recover access only with a recovery method set up in advance (recovery key, biometric recovery or admin recovery). Otherwise you must reset the account, which deletes your vault.

### How do I get a refund from Dashlane?

You can get a full refund if you cancel within 30 days of purchase. If you paid on the website by card, open the web app > Vault menu > Subscription > Cancel your subscription and request the refund before leaving. App Store and Google Play purchases go through Apple or Google.

### Does Dashlane have a desktop app?

On Windows and Linux Dashlane works through the web app and browser extension rather than a native desktop app. There are mobile apps for iOS and Android.

### Why is Dashlane autofill not working?

Usually Dashlane is turned off for that site, the saved login has the wrong website address, 'Only autofill on exact URL' is enabled, or the site uses an unusual login form. See our Dashlane autofill not working guide for step-by-step fixes.

### Dashlane vs Bitwarden: which is better?

Dashlane has the nicer interface and bundles a VPN and dark web monitoring. Bitwarden has a real free plan, Premium under $1/month and open-source code. Most people leaving Dashlane over price pick Bitwarden.

### How do I move from Dashlane to another password manager?

Export from the web app (Settings > Export data, enter your master password, choose CSV), then import the ZIP into Bitwarden, Proton Pass, 1Password or NordPass. Delete the CSV afterward because it is not encrypted.

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