Let’s be real, having your passwords automatically filled in can be a real time-saver. But it can also be a bit unnerving when your phone seems to know your log-in credentials a little too well.
Love it or hate it, Android’s autofill password feature is here to stay. The good news? You’ve got full control over how it works.
If you have an iPhone and you want to enable and use its incredibly smart password autofill feature, you can learn how by clicking here.
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Here’s how to get a handle on this automatic feature.
Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer.
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Remember, it’s important to use strong, unique passwords for each site and enable two-factor authentication where possible for added security. Also, consider using a password manager to generate and store complex passwords.
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As of June 2024, Google has rolled out some nifty new features for Android’s autofill capabilities. The biggest game-changer? You can now sync your passwords across all your Android devices, making it easier than ever to keep your log-ins consistent and secure.
Plus, there’s a new “Suggest Strong Passwords” option that’ll generate ultra-secure passwords for you whenever you’re creating a new account.
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To utilize the new autofill features on your Android device, you can follow these general steps:
For the Suggest Strong Passwords feature, whenever you create a new account or change a password, the autofill service should prompt you with a suggested strong password. You can choose to use this suggestion or create your own.
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At the end of the day, Android’s autofill password feature is all about convenience and security. Sure, it might take a little getting used to, but once you’ve got it set up just the way you like it, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. Just remember to keep your password manager up to date and your device secure, and you’ll be sailing smoothly through all those log-in screens.
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