How To Save Passwords On Chrome (2024 Guide)

Saving account information with Google Chrome is a relatively straightforward process. Once you have downloaded the browser onto your device, all you will need to do is ensure that the Save Passwords and Autofill features are enabled. If they are, Google Chrome will automatically prompt you to save your password and autofill your logins for you on most websites.

On a PC

Open Google Chrome, then click on the icon with three vertical dots in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Select “Settings” from the drop-down menu. From the list that populates on the left side of the screen, select “Autofill” and then click “Password Manager.” Toggle the switch next to “Offer to save passwords.” If you want Chrome to automatically sign you in to sites with saved login information, you can also toggle the “Auto Sign-in” switch. For new sites or accounts, Chrome will prompt you to “Save” or “Never” (save) your passwords.

To manage saved passwords, follow the instructions above and your saved passwords will appear below the toggle switches. Click the icon with three vertical dots next to the password you’d like to manage and you will be able to copy, edit or remove that password. You can also manage a saved password on the login screen for that site by clicking on the key icon to the right of the address bar.

On a Mac

Open Google Chrome, then click on your profile icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Select “Autofill” and then toggle the switch next to “Offer to save passwords.” If you want Chrome to automatically sign you in to sites with saved login information, you can also toggle the “Auto Sign-in” switch. If you go to log in on a new site, Chrome will create a pop-up where you can choose between “Save” or “Never” (save) your passwords.

These instructions may vary with the version of Chrome you run or your OS. Instead of selecting “Autofill,” you may need to look for a key icon and access Chrome’s password manager using this button.

To manage saved passwords, follow the instructions above and your saved passwords will appear below the toggle switches. Click the icon with three vertical dots next to the password you’d like to manage and you will be able to copy, edit or remove that password. You can also manage a saved password directly from a site’s login screen by clicking on the key icon to the right of the address bar.

On an iPhone/iPad

Open the Google Chrome browser and tap the icon with three horizontal dots at the bottom right of your screen. Then select the key icon labeled “Password Manager” and use the toggle next to “Offer To Save Passwords.” If you go to log in on a new site, Chrome will create a pop-up where you can select “Save” or exit out of the prompt.

Passwords can be managed by following the steps above and selecting the site you wish to manage from the list. Tap “Edit” in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Chrome will require your passcode or Touch/Face ID to edit passwords.

When logging in to an account, Google Chrome will display any saved information above the keyboard after you select the login field. It will require your passcode or Touch/Face ID to authorize the autofill.

On an Android Device

Open the Google Chrome browser and tap the icon with three vertical dots in the top right-hand corner of the screen. From there, select “Settings,” then “Passwords.” Then you can toggle “Offer to save passwords.” If you want Chrome to automatically sign you in to sites with saved login information, you can also toggle the “Auto Sign-in” switch. If you go to log in on a new site, Chrome will create a pop-up where you can select “Save” or exit the prompt.

Passwords can be managed on the “Password Manager” screen. Passwords can be copied, deleted, edited or exported from this screen.

Chrome will automatically prompt you to select a saved password on a known site. If you have more than one login saved for that site, you can place your cursor in the username field and select the login you wish to use from the list that appears. Chrome may prompt you to re-enter your passcode to fill in saved passwords.

If you’ve accidentally selected “Never” when prompted to save your password in Google Chrome, you likely want to fix your mistake. Luckily, the process is easy: All you need to do is use the instructions above to access the password manager. Scroll down past all of your saved passwords and you will find a list labeled “Never Saved.” You will be able to remove sites from this list either by clicking the “X” to the right of the site name or selecting the site, selecting “Edit” and then “Delete,” or by tapping the trash can icon at the top of the screen.

The built-in Google Chrome password manager is a free and convenient option for storing your various passwords, but it does have some drawbacks compared to third-party password managers that you should be aware of.

Security and Encryption

The Google Chrome password manager does not offer zero-knowledge encryption or two-factor authentication like many stand-alone password managers do. These measures offer you increased security and privacy and present major reasons to consider using a third-party password manager.

Unable To Share Saved Passwords With Other Browsers

What happens on Google Chrome stays on Google Chrome: Passwords saved while using Chrome will not transfer to other browsers. Users who choose to store passwords in Chrome would need to use Chrome on all devices in order to have their passwords saved and available everywhere.

No Password Sharing

Many third-party password managers allow you to share your passwords with other trusted users. Google Chrome does not offer this feature, so you may occasionally have difficulty accessing shared accounts if another user changes the password.

Third-party password managers may include added features that the Google Chrome password manager simply can’t match. Potential benefits of choosing a third-party password manager include zero-knowledge encryption, two-factor authentication, hardware security keys, one-time passwords, secure vaults for a wider variety of data and documents, availability of all app functions on every browser and the ability to share passwords with other users.

A third-party password manager may be useful if you’re seeking extra security, a wider variety of features, more secure storage categories and protection on non-Chrome browsers. Some of our top picks include Norton Password Manager, Dashlane, NordPass and Bitwarden. Before purchasing a password manager, make sure the service is compatible with your operating system.

Bottom Line

Despite its drawbacks, the Google Chrome password manager is a great option for those looking for a free, built-in feature to store passwords quickly and easily. This password manager is best for those who exclusively use the Google Chrome browser on all devices. We would recommend investigating third-party password managers if zero-knowledge encryption, two-factor authentication or password sharing are a priority for you.