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How to Use Google Password Checkup for Android
Find out if and when you should change your passwords on Android
By Robert Earl Wells III Updated on December 4, 2021 Reviewed by Jon Fisher Reviewed by Jon Fisher Wichita Technical Institute Jonathan Fisher is a CompTIA certified technologist with more than 6 years' experience writing for publications like TechNorms and Help Desk Geek. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Android Switching from iOS What to Know
Go to Settings > Google > Autofill > Autofill with Google > Passwords > Check passwords. Tap Continue and verify your identity.On the Passwords screen, tap an app or service and verify your identity to view, edit, or delete a password.Alternatively, visit the web version of the Google Password Manager and select Go to Password Checkup. This article explains how to use Google Password Checkup for Android 7 and higher. You can also access Google Password Checkup from a web browser. How Do I Use Google Password Check Up
Follow these steps to run Google Password Checkup on Android: Open the Settings app and tap Google. Tap Autofill. Tap Autofill with Google. Tap Passwords. If autofill isn't already enabled, tap Use Autofill with Google at the top of the screen. Tap Check passwords. Tap Check passwords again. Tap Continue and verify your identity. To protect your privacy, set up face recognition or enable Google Smart Lock on your Android phone. Password Checkup will check for weak, compromised, or duplicate passwords. Tap a category, then tap Change password under each website or service listed and make the appropriate changes. How Does Password Checkup for Android Work
Google Password Checkup compares your saved autofill passwords to a list of known compromised passwords. It also evaluates the general strength of your passwords and identifies reused passwords. Whenever you enter a new password, Password Checker will automatically let you know if it is weak or compromised. Google's Password Checkup will not work if you already use a different password autofill app. Is Google Check Password Safe
The purpose of Password Checker is to improve your device's security. For that reason, your passwords are encrypted before they get stored in the cloud. As an extra security precaution, the actual analysis of your passwords takes place on your device, not online. For enhanced privacy protection, you can lock specific Android apps so they require an additional password or an alternative method for the app to open. Where Are Passwords Stored on Android Phone
To see all of your autofill passwords, go to Settings > Google > Autofill > Autofill with Google > Passwords. Tap the app or service and verify your identity to view, edit, or delete a password. All of your Android and Google Chrome passwords are stored online in the Google Password Manager, which you can access from any device. The steps for managing Android passwords and managing Google Chrome passwords are the same. How Do I Use Google Password Manager
You can access Password Manager from your Android settings, or you can visit the web version of the Google Password Manager. From this page, select Go to Password Checkup, or select from the list of apps and websites to view and edit your passwords. How to Generate Stronger Android Passwords
The key to creating a strong password is making it easy for you to remember but hard enough for others to guess. However, thanks to autofill, you don't need to memorize all of your passwords. Download the Password Generator app from the Google Play Store to get randomly generated secure passwords you are able to copy and paste. Once entered the first time, your device will remember the password, so you don't have to. FAQ How do I find my Google password? Your Google password is the same as your Gmail password, so follow the steps for recovering your Gmail password if you can't remember it. How do I get Google Password Manager to save my passwords? Open a browser and go to the web version of Google Password Manager, select the Settings gear in the upper-right corner, then enable Offer to save passwords. Why is Google asking me to change my password? Google will recommend changing your password if it suspects that your account has been compromised. If this continues happening, scan your devices with antivirus software. How do I show my passwords in Chrome? To show passwords in Google Chrome, select menu > Settings > Autofill > Passwords and then select the eye next to the password. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Use the Chrome Password Manager How to Save Passwords in Chrome for iOS How to Run a Google Security Checkup How to Manage Android Autofill Settings How to Fix Google Pay Not Working How to Forget an Instagram Account on Your Computer or Phone How to Save Passwords on an iPad How to Enable or Change AutoFill Information on an iPhone How to Use Google Chrome Commands How to Stop Someone From Accessing Your Phone Remotely Remotely Reset Android Lock Screen Password and PIN How to Use Google Chat The 10 Best Password Managers of 2022 How to Use Google Password Checkup How to Find Saved Passwords on Mac How to Share an App on Android Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies