Setting up a password manager in Google Chrome is an excellent way to secure and manage your passwords conveniently. Google Chrome comes with a built-in password manager called "Google Password Manager" that can save, autofill, and generate strong passwords for you.
Here's a step-by-step guide to help you set it up:
Step 1: Open Google Chrome Launch the Google Chrome browser on your computer.
Step 2: Access Settings Click on the three vertical dots (ellipsis) located at the top-right corner of the browser window to open the menu.
Step 3: Go to Settings In the menu, hover your mouse over "Settings" and then click on "Settings" in the submenu that appears.
Step 4: Navigate to Passwords In the settings page, scroll down, and click on "Passwords" in the "Autofill" section. This will take you to the password manager settings.
Step 5: Enable Password Manager Toggle the "Offer to save passwords" option to ON. This will allow Google Chrome to save passwords for you.
Step 6: Set Up Sync (Optional) If you want to sync your saved passwords across multiple devices, click on "Sync" in the left-side menu. Make sure you're signed in to your Google account. Here, you can enable "Passwords" to sync your saved passwords.
Step 7: Save Passwords Now, when you log in to a website for which Chrome offers to save your password, click "Save" when prompted. The next time you visit that site, Chrome will automatically fill in your credentials.
Step 8: View and Manage Passwords To view and manage your saved passwords, go back to "Settings > Passwords." Here, you can see a list of all saved passwords, and you have the option to delete or edit them as needed.
Step 9: Use Password Generator (Optional) If you need to create a new strong password for a website, you can use Chrome's built-in password generator. When signing up or changing a password on a website, click on the password field, and you'll see an option to generate a secure password. Use this feature to create strong, unique passwords for better security.
Congratulations! You've successfully set up the password manager in Google Chrome. Now, your passwords will be securely stored and readily available whenever you need them. Remember to keep your Google Chrome and operating system updated to ensure the latest security features are in place.