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Want to see your saved passwords? You can usually find them in your device or browser settings.
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The steps change depending on what you’re using—Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac, or a browser.
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Here’s a simple guide to help you out.
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Finding Passwords in Web Browsers
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Browsers often ask to save your password when you log into a site. It’s handy but not super safe—hackers might get to them.
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Built-in browser storage isn’t the strongest option either. Still, here’s how to view them:
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Google Chrome
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- Open Chrome.
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- Find the key-shaped Passwords icon.
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- No icon? Click the three dots (top-right), then Settings > Autofill and Passwords > Google Password Manager.
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- Your passwords will show up there.
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Safari
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- Launch Safari.
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- Go to Settings or Preferences.
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- Hit Passwords, then log in with Touch ID or your password.
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- Pick a site and click Edit to see the password.
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Mozilla Firefox
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- Open Firefox.
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- Click the three lines (menu).
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- Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Passwords.
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- Hit Saved Passwords and enter your device password if asked.
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Microsoft Edge
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- Open Edge.
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- Click the three lines (menu).
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- Go to Settings > Passwords.
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- Choose a site to see the password.
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Checking Passwords on Android
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Steps differ by phone, but here’s how it works on a Samsung:
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- Open Settings > General Management > Passwords and Autofill.
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- Pick Google or Samsung Pass.
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- Tap an account to view the password.
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- Or, use Chrome: Open app > three dots > Settings > Passwords.
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Viewing Passwords on iPhone
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- Open Settings > Passwords.
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- For iOS 13, go to Passwords & Accounts. For iOS 14+, just Passwords.
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- Use Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.
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- Select a site or app to see the password.
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- On iOS 18, use the Passwords app and enter your passcode.
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Finding Passwords on a Mac
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- Click the Apple menu > System Settings (or System Preferences on older versions).
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- Select Passwords.
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- Sign in with Touch ID or your password.
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- Pick a site, then hit Show Details (or Edit on Monterey+).
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Getting Passwords on Windows 10
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Credential Manager
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- Open Control Panel > User Accounts > Credential Manager.
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- Look under Web Credentials or Windows Credentials.
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- Click the arrow next to an account, then Show (enter admin password if needed).
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Command Prompt
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- Search “command prompt” in Windows.
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- Right-click it > Run as Administrator > Yes.
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- Type: rundll32.exe keymgr.dll, KRShowKeyMgr and hit Enter.
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- A list of usernames and passwords pops up.
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Why Use a Password Manager?
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Too many passwords scattered around? A password manager keeps them safe in one spot. It’s like a locked box for your logins. Benefits include:
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- All passwords in one place.
- Auto-fills logins fast.
- Makes strong passwords for you.
- Checks if your passwords are weak.
- Adds extra security like breach alerts.
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Your device’s saved passwords are only as safe as the device itself. A dedicated password manager beats basic built-in options for better protection.
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