Delete a single saved password in Chrome
Open Chrome and select the three vertical dots in the top right corner. Go to Settings, then Autofill and passwords, then Passwords. You will see a list of every site where Chrome has saved your password.
Find the password you want to remove. Click the three dots next to it and select Delete. Chrome removes it when ready. The next time you visit that site, Chrome will not fill in your password automatically.
If you want to check what password Chrome has stored before you delete it, click the eye icon next to the password entry. Chrome will ask you to confirm your computer password or fingerprint, then show you the saved password in plain text.
Delete all saved passwords at once
If you want to clear every password Chrome has stored, go to Settings and select Privacy and security on the left side. Click Clear browsing data.
A window will open with several options. Make sure the time range at the top is set to All time so you remove everything. Under "Cookies and other site data," check the box next to Passwords and other sign-in data. Leave the other boxes unchecked unless you want to delete those too. Click Clear data.
Chrome will delete all your saved passwords. This action cannot be undone, so only do this if you are certain you want to remove them all.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete one password at a time by going to Settings > Autofill and passwords > Passwords, finding the site, and clicking the three dots next to it.
- To delete all saved passwords at once, go to Settings > Privacy and security > Clear browsing data, set the time range to All time, and check Passwords and other sign-in data.
- Deleting a password from Chrome does not change your actual password on that website — it only removes Chrome's copy.
- You can view a saved password before deleting it by clicking the eye icon, though Chrome will ask for your computer password or fingerprint first.
Why you might want to delete a saved password
You may want to remove a password from Chrome if you have changed it on the actual website but Chrome is still offering the old one. You might also delete passwords if you are sharing your computer with someone else and do not want them to have access to your accounts. If you suspect someone has used your computer without permission, deleting all saved passwords is a quick way to lock them out of your accounts.
Another reason to delete passwords is if you no longer use an account. Removing old passwords keeps your password list shorter and easier to manage, and it reduces the number of accounts that could be compromised if someone gains access to your computer.
The difference between deleting and disabling autofill
Deleting a password removes it from Chrome completely. Disabling autofill is different — it keeps your passwords saved but tells Chrome to stop offering them automatically when you visit a site.
To turn off autofill without deleting passwords, go to Settings > Autofill and passwords > Passwords and toggle off Offer to save passwords. This stops Chrome from asking if you want to save new passwords going forward, but it does not remove passwords you have already saved. If you want to disable autofill for a specific site only, you can click the three dots next to that password and select Don't offer to save passwords for this site.
What happens after you delete a password
Once you delete a password from Chrome, the next time you visit that website you will need to type your password manually. Chrome will not suggest it or fill it in for you. If you want Chrome to save it again, you can type your password and Chrome will ask if you want to save it.
Deleting a password from Chrome does not change your password on the actual website. Your account password stays the same — Chrome just no longer has a copy of it. If you have forgotten your actual password, you will need to use the website's "Forgot password" link to reset it.
Protecting your saved passwords in Chrome
Chrome stores your passwords in an encrypted format, but they are only as safe as your computer. If someone gains physical access to your computer and knows your login password, they can view your saved passwords by going to Settings > Autofill and passwords > Passwords and clicking the eye icon next to each one.
To add an extra layer of protection, you can set up a sync passphrase in Chrome. Go to Settings > You and Google > Encryption options and select Passwords. This encrypts your passwords with a passphrase only you know, so even if someone accesses your Chrome account, they cannot see your passwords. You will need to enter this passphrase on any new device where you sign into Chrome.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does deleting a password from Chrome delete it from other devices?
If you are signed into the same Google account on multiple devices, deleting a password on one device will delete it from all of them. Chrome syncs your passwords across devices by default. If you do not want this to happen, you can turn off password sync in Settings > You and Google > Manage your Google Account > Security > Your devices.
Can I recover a password I accidentally deleted from Chrome?
No, once you delete a password from Chrome, it is gone. Chrome does not keep a backup or recovery option. If you need to access that account, use the website's password reset feature to create a new password.
What if Chrome is not showing my passwords in the password list?
Some passwords may not appear in your list if you saved them in an older version of Chrome or if they were saved before you signed into your Google account. You can also check if password sync is turned on by going to Settings > You and Google > Manage your Google account > Security and looking for "Your devices."
Is it safe to let Chrome save my passwords?
Chrome's password storage is reasonably find for most people, but it depends on how well you protect your computer. If your computer password is weak or you leave your computer unlocked, someone could view your saved passwords. Using a strong computer password and locking your device when you step away reduces this risk significantly.