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Dennis W. Hester

20 May, 2012 10:16 PM

I originally set up and use Password on my Iphone but always worried about backup. It's been no concern using the app as i usually have the Iphone anytime i am on the internet. But don't understand the process for syncing between Iphone and Ipad. Any suggestions?

1. Support Staff 2 Posted by Kyle Swank on 21 May, 2012 02:23 AM

   

   Hi Dennis,

   Thanks for taking the time to contact us with your questions.

   First lets make sure you know how to backup your data.

   iPad: http://help.agilebits.com/1Password_iPad/backup.html
   iPhone: http://help.agilebits.com/1Password_touch/backup.html

   Do note that you should not try restoring an iPad backup to an iPhone or vice versa. They aren't really compatible and you will likely run into trouble.

   Now, to get 1Password for iPhone and iPad syncing together you need to use a Mac or Windows PC with 1Password installed to get it setup.

   You can use the trial version from our website if you'd like:

   http://www.agilebits.com/downloads

   To setup Dropbox syncing you must first use the 1Password for Mac or Windows desktop application. The reason for this is that the iPhone and iPad are unable to create the initial file. Once the data file exists you can then sync your iPhone and iPad to Dropbox.

   You will first want to setup Dropbox syncing on your Mac. Start by setting up Dropbox syncing, just follow the directions we have in our Configuring Dropbox Syncing guide. This will get your Mac setup and syncing 1Password with Dropbox.

   http://help.agilebits.com/1Password3/configure_dropbox_on_mac.html

   Quick tip: When asked to choose a master password, use the same password you have on any existing devices. If you have a master password on your iPhone or iPad, use the same one on your Mac. It will keep things simple.

   You'll want to backup your iPhone or iPad data first. Just in case.

   To create a backup of your iPhone data please follow the instructions in How To: Back up your 1Password Data on the iOS. You'll want to follow the instructions for Backing up only.

   http://support.agilebits.com/kb/1password-for-iphone-ipod-touch-ipa...

   Save this file in a safe location just in case.

   Once you have 1Password for Mac or Windows syncing with Dropbox you can sync your iPhone or iPad. To sync your iPhone with Dropbox you'll want to follow the directions we have in our Use Dropbox to get automatic syncing with your iOS devices guide. This will get your iPhone syncing with your Mac 1Password data on Dropbox.

   http://help.agilebits.com/1Password3/cloud_syncing_with_dropbox.html

   Quick tip: When you sync your iPhone or iPad with Dropbox it will merge the existing data onto Dropbox. If your Mac data file is empty, 1Password for iPhone and iPad will populate that file with your existing iPhone and iPad 1Password data. This will make it available on all of the other devices that are syncing to Dropbox.

   Once you have everything working you won't need to use the Mac app, but we think it's well worth using. In fact, I use the Mac version a lot more than the iOS version. Give it a try and see what you think!

   Let us know if you have any questions, we'll be happy to help.

   Cheers!

   Kyle Swank
   AgileBits Support

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2. 3 Posted by Mark on 15 Jun, 2012 07:47 AM

   

   Hi Kyle, I will admit being a bit useless and have been unable to get dropbox working at all on my PC so from your explanation above my feeling is that I just shouldn't try syncing the devices (iphone and ipad) at all and must just save my passwords etc on the devices separately? Is that what you would suggest in my position?

   How can I back up my passwords in 1Password on just one device please. My last phone I lost, the app was still there in iTunes, but none of my passwords?

   Regards,

   Mark.

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3. 4 Posted by Kelly Guimont on 15 Jun, 2012 06:24 PM

   

   Hi Mark,

   Let me start at the beginning: You should definitely sync, and Dropbox is the best way to do that. You should also back up your data, for all the reasons it's a good idea to back up any data. :) What Kyle was pointing out was that if you are backing them up and try to restore a backup to the other device, it won't go well. That's all.

   To go forward, I would suggest spending a little bit of time making sure your PC has Dropbox set up and syncing, and that your PC is backing up your data. This way if you're syncing, all your devices are using one data file and if that data file is backed up then you don't need to worry about the rest.

   What can I do to help you get your Dropbox setup running?

   Thanks,
   Kelly Guimont
   Support Jedi
   http://agilebits.com

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4. 5 Posted by Mark Yorke-Mitchell on 15 Jun, 2012 07:38 PM

   

   Thanks Kelly...ill start with that...it's bedtime here....night, night. :-)

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5. 6 Posted by Brandt Swindell on 15 Jun, 2012 07:52 PM

   

   Hello Mark,

   We look forward to hearing your results. :)

   Cheers!

   Brandt

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6. 7 Posted by Peter on 29 Jun, 2012 02:56 PM

   

   This comment was split into a new private discussion: Syncing Iphone info and Ipad

   Hi Kyle, Just to clarify, now that I have purchased the 1Password App for my iPhone, if I want to sync 1Password with my PC I will need to purchase another 1Password program for my PC at work? If I want to also be able to utilize 1Password on my Mac at home I will need to purchase another program for my Mac? I guess I thought there would be an online access to 1Password. Please confirm.

   Thanks,
   Peter

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