Setting up new Mac and maybe using Migration Assistant

ajahn
ajahn
Community Member
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A family member is getting a new Mac. Since he is moving from an older OS to Sonoma, I've suggested he re-install all the apps from scratch, including 1Password. We were considering using Migration Assistant to migrate his user account, but I'm concerned that doing that will overwrite his ~/Library files. Doesn't 1P store stuff there? Will that cause any issues? Does anyone know? Thanks.

1Password Version: 8
Extension Version: Not Provided
OS Version: macOS 14.4.1
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  • Dave_1P
    Dave_1P

    Hello @ajahn! 👋

    Thanks for reaching out! I know that many customers use Migration Assistant to transfer files and apps to a new Mac. There is an issue where Touch ID unlock for 1Password might not work after using Migration Assistant, if that happens you can guide your family member through resetting the 1Password app on their new Mac:

    1. Make sure that they download and save a copy of their Emergency Kit.
    2. How to reset the 1Password app on a specific device

    This post applies to 1Password 8 for Mac, if they're using an older version of the app then let me know. 🙂

    -Dave

  • ajahn
    ajahn
    Community Member

    Thanks for this info. I think we've decided to start from scratch and install all the applications. We can copy over the Documents and pictures, but not the Applications.

  • AndyW1P
    AndyW1P

    @ajahn

    Sounds good! Please feel free to reach out again if you have any additional questions or concerns, we’ll be happy to help!

    -Andy

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