How to Manage the Passwords Saved in Your Browser
Your browser can show, edit, and even check your saved passwords against known data breaches — but it is worth knowing where it falls short of a dedicated password manager.
View and manage saved passwords (Chrome)
- Settings → "Autofill and passwords" → "Google Password Manager".
- From there you can view, edit, or delete each saved password individually.
The browser is not a full password manager: it works reasonably well for the basics, but it lacks features that a dedicated manager does offer — generation of genuinely random, strong passwords, more robust syncing across different devices, and proactive alerts when a password shows up in a known breach.
Check for compromised passwords
Chrome and other browsers include a "password checkup" feature that compares your passwords against databases of known breaches — run it periodically and change any password flagged as compromised.
Tip: if you share the computer with other people, bear in mind that anyone with access to your browser profile can potentially see these saved passwords — a dedicated password manager with its own separate master password offers stronger protection in that specific scenario.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to save passwords in the browser?
It is reasonably safe for basic use, but a dedicated password manager offers more — robust random generation, breach alerts, better syncing — plus an extra layer of protection behind its own master password.
How do I know if one of my passwords has been leaked?
Most modern browsers include a password checkup feature that compares your saved passwords against databases of known breaches — run it periodically.