Managing passwords in Chrome can be a bit tricky if you’re not familiar with the built-in Chrome password manager. Whether you want to view, edit, delete, or export your passwords, this guide will help you navigate through Chrome’s features efficiently. Follow these steps to manage Chrome passwords across different platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Quick Fixes to Try First
- Ensure your Chrome browser is up to date. Go to Settings > About Chrome to check for updates.
- Restart your browser if you’re experiencing issues accessing the password manager.
- Clear your browser cache by navigating to Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear Browsing Data.
How to View Saved Passwords in Chrome
Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Open Chrome and click on the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner.
- Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
- Navigate to Autofill > Password Manager or directly enter chrome://settings/passwords in the address bar.
- Under Saved Passwords, you will see a list of websites and usernames. Click on the eye icon to view the password. You may need to enter your device’s password to confirm.
How to Edit Passwords in Chrome
- Follow the steps to view saved passwords as mentioned above.
- Click on the three-dot icon next to the website entry you want to edit.
- Select Edit. Make the necessary changes and click Save.
How to Delete Passwords in Chrome
- Navigate to chrome://settings/passwords.
- Locate the password you wish to delete and click the three-dot menu next to it.
- Select Remove to delete the password.
How to Export Passwords from Chrome
- Open the Chrome Password Manager via chrome://settings/passwords.
- Click the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner of the Saved Passwords section.
- Select Export passwords…
- Confirm your action by clicking Export passwords and enter your device password if prompted.
How to Import Passwords into Chrome
Currently, Chrome does not have a direct import function through the settings menu. However, you can enable the import feature via Chrome Flags:
- Type chrome://flags into your address bar.
- Search for Password import in the search box.
- Enable the flag and relaunch Chrome.
- Navigate back to chrome://settings/passwords, and you will now see the import option under the three-dot menu.
Using Chrome’s Password Checkup Feature
Chrome offers a Password Checkup feature to help you identify compromised passwords:
- Go to chrome://settings/passwords.
- Click on Check passwords under the Saved Passwords section.
- Review any issues and follow prompts to update compromised passwords.
How to Generate Passwords in Chrome
- When signing up for a new account or changing a password, click the password field.
- Chrome will suggest a strong password. Click on the suggestion to use it.
- Ensure that Offer to save passwords is enabled in chrome://settings/passwords so it saves the generated password.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can effectively manage Chrome passwords, ensuring your online accounts are secure and easily accessible. Regularly updating and checking your passwords will help maintain your digital security. For more detailed information, consider visiting the official Google Chrome Help articles.