Security experts are always reminding us that our online accounts should have strong passwords. The only problem is that remembering strong passwords for various accounts can be a real drag. Luckily, you can make Safari save your passwords on iOS so that the next time you need to sign in to your accounts, you won’t have to enter them again. In this tutorial, we show you how to do so. Show
ContentYou might be wondering whether it is safe to save passwords on an iOS device. Yes, it is, as Apple uses its own utility known as Apple Keychain, which stores all your usernames and passwords and encrypts them so that only you can access them. In fact, even Apple can’t access your personal data. Here’s how to make Safari save your passwords on iPhone and iPad.
The next time you visit the site, Safari will automatically fill in the information for you to sign in. If you have multiple logins for that same website, you will see multiple options listed. Tap the one you want to use. If there’s a third, fourth, etc., that isn’t shown, click the “Passwords” link (just above your virtual keyboard). You’ll be able to find the correct one in your list of saved logins. Moreover, if you ever change your password on the site, you will be asked whether you want to update your password. How to Add Your Credentials to Safari ManuallyHere’s how to manually add usernames and passwords to Safari’s AutoFill.
The passwords are used and saved not only in Safari but in other browsers and other apps as well, meaning data is saved for both web apps and mobile apps, such as Dropbox. As a result, if you sign in to the Dropbox web app and save your login information in Safari or another browser, then open the Dropbox app later, it will use the same login information that you previously stored. How to Stop Safari From Filling in Your PasswordsLet’s say you want to keep your passwords, sign-in emails, and usernames on Safari – it saves all three – but don’t want the browser to fill them in automatically. Here’s how to stop Safari from filling in your passwords.
How to Delete a Password From Safari’s AutoFillHere’s how to delete a password from Safari’s AutoFill database:
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhy are my passwords not saving on my iPhone?If your passwords are not saving on your iPhone, you need to recheck your settings to see if you have disabled the Keychain feature in iOS Settings accidentally. In the event that it’s enabled and Safari is still not saving your passwords, try clearing the saved cache data and cookies and revisit the website. How does Apple know if my password is compromised?Apple detects a compromised password by matching it up with a list of passwords that have appeared in a data leak. According to Apple, this feature uses strong cryptographic techniques to regularly check derivations of your passwords against a list of breached passwords in a secure and private way that doesn’t reveal your accounts or passwords to Apple. Can I export the passwords Safari has saved?Yes, you can export all the passwords Safari stores in Keychain and also import them to Chrome’s password manager. However, you can only do this on a Mac and not from your iPhone. To export a CSV file of your Safari passwords:
Ojash Yadav Ojash has been writing about tech back since Symbian-based Nokia was the closest thing to a smartphone. He spends most of his time writing, researching, or ranting about bitcoin. Subscribe to our newsletter! Our latest tutorials delivered straight to your inbox Why isn't my iPhone saving my Passwords?iOS 14 or later: Go to Settings > Passwords > AutoFill Passwords. Check that AutoFill Passwords is turned on. iOS 12 or 13: Go to Settings > Passwords & Accounts > Website & App Passwords. Check that AutoFill Passwords is turned on.
How do I make my iPhone save Passwords automatically?Turn on Safari AutoFill Passwords on iPhone and iPad. On your iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app.. Swipe down and choose Passwords.. Tap AutoFill Passwords at the top.. If not already turned on, tap the toggle next to AutoFill Passwords. ... . Now when you log in to accounts, websites, etc.. How do I save Passwords on my iPhone 2022?Sync Your iPhone's Saved Passwords With iCloud Keychain
To do that, you'll have to toggle on the feature on both your iPhone and your other Apple device. To turn on iCloud Keychain on an iPhone, head to Settings > [Your iCloud Name] > iCloud > Keychain and turn on the “iCloud Keychain” option.
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