How to manage Gmail passwords with Google Password Manager

Introduction: Why Gmail passwords matter

Gmail passwords protect access to email, personal data and connected services, so managing them safely is essential. Google Password Manager is designed to help users store, create and use strong credentials — including Gmail passwords — across devices. Its integration with Chrome and Android aims to make signing in faster while improving online security.

Main body: What Google Password Manager does and how to use it

Built‑in and cross‑device

Google Password Manager is built into the Chrome web browser and Android devices, so there is no separate installation required for those platforms. Saved passwords and passkeys are securely stored in your Google Account and made available across all devices when you sign in to Chrome and turn on sync.

Setting up on Chrome and Android

To set up, open Settings in Chrome or on your Android device and select “Passwords.” Sign in to Chrome with your Google Account and enable sync to see your saved Gmail passwords on all your devices. The manager helps autofill credentials when prompted, making sign‑in quicker.

Using on iOS and apps

On iOS, Google Password Manager works best with the Chrome browser. If you select Chrome as your autofill provider, you can also use Google Password Manager within apps on your iPhone or iPad, allowing Gmail passwords and other credentials to be accessed where permitted.

Create strong credentials and passkeys

The manager can generate and store strong, unique passwords or passkeys for online accounts, reducing the need to reuse passwords. Users can save, manage and protect these credentials in their Google Account or locally on their device. A PIN option is available to add an extra layer of access control.

Data handling

Google Password Manager collects certain information to perform its services on your device. This is part of how it saves, autofills and synchronises passwords securely across signed‑in devices.

Conclusion: What this means for users

For people who use Gmail, Google Password Manager offers a convenient, integrated way to manage Gmail passwords and other credentials across Chrome and Android, with supported functionality on iOS when using Chrome. Enabling sync and using generated passwords or passkeys can improve account security and streamline sign‑ins. Users should review their device settings and Google Account controls to ensure the manager is set up in line with their privacy and security preferences.