Yes. Dashlane uses a U.S.-patented zero-knowledge security architecture with AES-256 encryption. Your master password is never stored on Dashlane's servers, and the company cannot access or decrypt your vault data. All encryption and decryption happens locally on your device. Dashlane has undergone independent security audits and maintains a bug bounty program with HackerOne. No breach of Dashlane's encrypted vault data has ever occurred.

What happens if I forget my master password?

Dashlane cannot recover your master password because they don't store it. If you forget it, you can use the account recovery feature (if you set it up beforehand) which uses biometric verification on a trusted mobile device. Without recovery set up, forgetting your master password means losing access to your vault permanently — this is a security feature, not a flaw. The new passwordless login (available for new accounts created in 2026) eliminates this risk by using device-based biometric authentication instead of a master password.

Does Dashlane offer a free plan?

No. Dashlane discontinued its free plan and now only offers paid subscriptions: Premium ($4.99/month) and Friends & Family ($7.49/month). They offer a 14-day free trial with no credit card required so you can test the full Premium experience before committing.

Does the Dashlane VPN work with Netflix and streaming?

Dashlane's VPN is designed for WiFi security and privacy protection, not for streaming. It uses a limited number of server locations and IP addresses that streaming services readily identify and block. If you need a VPN specifically for Netflix, Hulu, BBC iPlayer, or other geo-restricted content, a dedicated streaming VPN like NordVPN, ExpressVPN, or Surfshark is necessary. Dashlane's VPN should be viewed as a privacy tool, not a streaming tool.

Can I use Dashlane offline?

Limited offline access is available. The browser extension caches your vault data locally, so you can autofill passwords and access stored items without an internet connection. However, syncing changes across devices, accessing the web app dashboard, and receiving dark web alerts all require connectivity. Dashlane is not designed for extended offline use.

What platforms and browsers does Dashlane support?

Dashlane works on iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and Linux through its browser extension and web app. Supported browsers include Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, and Brave. The native Windows and macOS desktop apps were discontinued in 2024; all functionality now runs through the browser extension and web app at app.dashlane.com.

How does Dashlane compare to iCloud Keychain?

iCloud Keychain is Apple's free built-in password manager. It works well within the Apple ecosystem (Safari, iPhone, iPad, Mac) but is essentially unusable outside it. Dashlane offers platform-agnostic syncing across iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux, plus features iCloud Keychain lacks: dark web monitoring, VPN, phishing protection, secure sharing with non-Apple users, and a password health dashboard.

Does Dashlane support biometric login?

Yes. Dashlane supports fingerprint unlock (Touch ID on iOS and macOS, fingerprint sensors on Android and Windows Hello), facial recognition (Face ID on iOS), and PIN unlock on mobile. Biometric authentication is processed locally on your device and never transmitted to Dashlane's servers.

Can I import passwords from another password manager?

Yes. Dashlane supports importing from over 20 password managers and browsers, including 1Password, LastPass, Bitwarden, NordPass, Keeper, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and CSV files. The import process takes 2-3 minutes: export your data from the old manager as a CSV file, upload it to Dashlane's import tool, and all your credentials, secure notes, and payment methods appear in your new vault.

Is Dashlane's VPN a real VPN or just a proxy?

Dashlane's VPN is a full VPN powered by Hotspot Shield's infrastructure, providing encrypted tunneling for all internet traffic from your device. It is not a proxy, smart DNS, or browser-only extension. The encrypted tunnel protects your entire connection — websites, apps, and background services — not just your browser traffic.

How does Dashlane's Friends & Family plan work?

The Friends & Family plan includes 1 plan manager (who pays the subscription and has access to all Premium features including VPN) plus 9 additional members. Plan members get unlimited passwords, dark web monitoring, secure sharing, and all Premium features except VPN. The plan manager can view member status and manage invitations from a dashboard but cannot see members' stored passwords or vault contents (zero-knowledge privacy applies to every account individually). Members can be added, removed, and replaced at any time.

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