Google Chrome usually saves time and is convenient for users by automatically saving their login credentials. But sometimes, it happens that Chrome does not save passwords, which leads to typing the password again and again. If you are also facing the same problem, then this article is for you. Below, we are providing 9 effective solutions to the problem of Google Chrome not saving passwords, which can help you get rid of the problem.

1. Check if the option to save passwords is turned on or not

Chrome will save passwords only if you have turned on the option to save automatic passwords. To check this:

Open Chrome

Click the three dots at the top right and select Settings

Go to “Autofill > Password Manager.”

Turn on both “Offer to save passwords” and “Auto Sign-in.”

If these options are turned off, Chrome will not save passwords.

2. Update Chrome

Older versions of Chrome sometimes don’t work properly due to bugs. Make sure you have the latest version of Chrome installed:

Open Chrome

Go to Menu > Help > About Google Chrome

Chrome will start updating itself (if an update is available)

Restart the browser after the update.

3. Passwords are not saved in Incognito mode

If you are browsing in Incognito (incognito browsing) mode, Chrome will not save passwords because this mode works without storing data. Make sure you are logging in in normal browsing mode.

4. Clear cookies and site data

Sometimes, browser cache and cookies cause the error. To clear them:

Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear browsing data

Select Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files

Click Clear Data

Then restart Chrome and try again.

5. Permission to save passwords is not blocked

Some websites don’t allow saving passwords, or you may have inadvertently blocked them:

Go to Settings > Autofill > Password Manager

Look at the list of “Never Saved” sites below

If your site is on that list, remove it by tapping the Remove button

Chrome will now offer the option to save passwords again.

6. Chrome profile may be problematic

Chrome profiles may not save passwords if they are problematic. Try creating a new profile:

Go to Chrome Settings

Click the profile icon in the top right

Click “Add” to create a new user

Log into the new profile and try saving passwords

If it works fine, the old profile may be corrupted.

7. Browser extensions may be the cause of the problem

Some third-party extensions may interfere with password saving, such as security or privacy-related extensions:

Open Chrome

Go to Menu > More Tools > Extensions

Disable extensions one by one and check if the problem is solved

If Chrome starts saving passwords after removing an extension, it is the one causing the problem.

8. Turn on Google Account Sync

Chrome only saves and syncs passwords with your account if you have Google Account syncing turned on:

Go to Settings > You and Google > Sync and Google Services

Check if “Sync is On” is displayed

If Sync is off, turn it on and select “Passwords.”

Now, all your saved passwords will be synced with Google Account.

9. Reset the browser

If none of the above solutions work, the last option is to reset Chrome to default settings:

Click Settings > Reset Settings > Restore settings to their original defaults

Confirm

This will reset all your settings but will not delete the saved data. Now the feature of saving passwords can be started again.

Conclusion

If Chrome is not saving passwords, then one of the 9 methods given above will work for you. Whether it is a browser settings problem, a problem with extensions, or a sync-related error, keeping all these points in mind can solve the problem completely.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Google Chrome not saving passwords

Q1: Does Google Chrome save passwords in Incognito mode?

Answer: No, Chrome does not save passwords in Incognito mode. This mode is meant for private browsing where no browsing history, cookies, or form data is saved.

Q2: Can an extension cause Chrome to stop saving passwords?

Answer: Yes, some security or privacy extensions may interfere with password saving. In such a case, disable all extensions one by one to check which extension is causing the problem.

Q3: If I accidentally select “Never Save Password” for a website, can I change it?

Answer: Yes, you can go to Chrome Settings and remove the website from the “Never Saved” list. Chrome will then offer the option to save passwords again.

Q4: Can passwords be saved without Google Account Sync turned on?

Answer: Yes, Chrome can save passwords locally, but if you don’t turn on Sync, those passwords won’t be available on your other devices. Turning on Sync ties your passwords to your Google Account and keeps them secure.

Q.5: How to view saved passwords in Chrome?

Answer:

1. Open Chrome

2. Go to Settings > Autofill > Password Manager

3. A list of saved passwords will appear

4. Click the eye icon to view the password (you may need to enter the system password)

Q.6: Will resetting Chrome delete saved passwords?

Answer: No. Resetting Chrome to default settings will reset the browser’s custom settings, but passwords, bookmarks, and saved data will remain intact. However, it is better to turn on Sync with Google Account before resetting.

Q.7: Can a firewall or antivirus affect Chrome’s password-saving feature?

Answer: In very rare cases, this may happen. Some security programs may block browser saving activity, but this is not usually the case with Chrome. Still, temporarily disable your antivirus to check.