Delete Saved Passwords in Chrome: Step-by-Step

This guide walks you through removing saved passwords from the Chrome browser on desktop and mobile. You’ll learn how to delete individual entries, clear all saved passwords at once, and manage your password list so you only keep what you actually need.

What You’ll Need

• Access to the Chrome browser on your device (Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, or iOS)
• Your Google account password or device PIN/password if you use Chrome’s sync or lock feature
• For bulk deletion, a stable internet connection if you want the change to sync across devices

Step-by-Step

Delete a Single Saved Password (Desktop)

1. Open Chrome on your computer.
2. Click the three vertical dots (⋮) in the top-right corner of the window.
3. Select Passwords and autofill from the dropdown menu, then click Google Password Manager.
4. You’ll see a list of saved passwords. Find the website whose password you want to remove.
5. Click the three vertical dots next to that entry (or hover over it and click the trash icon that appears).
6. Choose Remove from the menu.
7. Confirm by clicking Remove in the pop-up dialog. The password is now deleted.

Delete All Saved Passwords at Once (Desktop)

1. Open Chrome and go to Settings (via the three-dot menu).
2. Scroll down and click Privacy and security.
3. Click Clear browsing data.
4. In the dialog that appears, click the Advanced tab.
5. Set the time range to All time (or a custom range that covers when the passwords were saved).
6. Check the box next to Passwords and other sign-in data. Make sure you uncheck any other items you don’t want to delete (like cookies or cached files).
7. Click Clear data. This removes all saved passwords from Chrome on this device.

Delete Saved Passwords on Android

1. Open the Chrome app on your Android phone or tablet.
2. Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner.
3. Tap Settings, then Password Manager.
4. You’ll see a list of saved passwords. Tap the entry you want to delete.
5. Tap the Delete icon (trash can) at the bottom of the screen.
6. Confirm by tapping Delete in the pop-up.

Delete Saved Passwords on iPhone/iPad

1. Open Chrome on your iOS device.
2. Tap the three-dot menu (⋯) at the bottom of the screen.
3. Tap Settings, then Passwords.
4. Use Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode to unlock the password list.
5. Tap the website entry you want to remove.
6. Tap Delete Password at the bottom, then confirm.

Delete Passwords via Google Password Manager Website

1. Go to passwords.google.com in any browser (or in Chrome).
2. Sign in with your Google account if prompted.
3. You’ll see all passwords synced to your Google account. Click the entry you want to remove.
4. Click the Delete icon (trash can) and confirm. This will remove it from all devices where you’re signed in with the same Google account and have sync enabled.

Common Mistakes

• Deleting the wrong entry: Double-check the website URL before hitting remove. Many sites have similar names or multiple entries (e.g., google.com and accounts.google.com).
• Clearing all data instead of just passwords: When using “Clear browsing data,” people often leave cookies or autofill data checked, which logs them out of sites or wipes form information they wanted to keep.
• Expecting sync to happen instantly: If you delete a password on one device but sync is paused or offline, it may reappear later. Make sure sync is active if you want the deletion to propagate.
• Forgetting the password is still in your Google account: Deleting from Chrome on a device that doesn’t have sync enabled only removes it locally. To delete it everywhere, use the Google Password Manager website.

Tips

• Export before deleting: If you’re clearing all passwords, consider exporting them first to a CSV file (Settings → Password Manager → Settings → Export passwords). This way you have a backup if you change your mind.
• Use a dedicated password manager: If you’re deleting passwords because you’re switching to a tool like Bitwarden or 1Password, import your CSV into that tool first, then delete from Chrome.
• Check for duplicates: After deleting, you may want to review your list for duplicate entries for the same site—these are common when a site changes its login domain.
• Sign out of sync if you only want local deletion: If you don’t want your deletion to affect other devices, pause sync or sign out of your Google account in Chrome before deleting.

Troubleshooting

Deleted password reappears after restart

This usually means sync is turned on and the deletion didn’t propagate. Go to Settings → Sync and Google services, ensure sync is active, and wait a few minutes. If it still reappears, go to passwords.google.com and delete it there—that will force a sync.

Can’t find the “Passwords” option in Chrome

Make sure you’re using the latest version of Chrome. The menu path may differ slightly on older versions. You can also type chrome://settings/passwords directly into the address bar and press Enter to jump straight to the password list.

Chrome asks for your system password when viewing passwords

This is a security feature. Enter your Windows/Mac login password or use your fingerprint/face unlock if you’ve set it up. If you’ve forgotten your system password, you’ll need to recover that first before you can manage saved passwords.

Deleting all passwords didn’t work on Android

On Android, the “Clear browsing data” option may not remove passwords if you’re using a third-party keyboard or if Chrome is managed by an organization. Try deleting via passwords.google.com instead.

Passwords are grayed out or cannot be selected

If you’re using a work or school Chrome profile, your administrator may have disabled password management. Contact your IT department. For personal accounts, try restarting Chrome or signing out and back in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will deleting a saved password log me out of that website?

No. Deleting the saved password only removes the stored credential. You’ll stay logged in on that device until you log out manually or clear cookies. If you clear cookies along with passwords, you will be logged out.

Can I undo deleting a password?

No, Chrome doesn’t have an undo function for password deletion. If you didn’t export a backup first, you’ll need to reset the password on that website or re-enter it manually the next time you log in.

Does deleting a password in Chrome delete it from my Google account?

If you have sync enabled, yes—deleting on one device will remove it from your Google account and all other synced devices. If sync is off, it only deletes locally on that device.

Why does Chrome keep asking to save my password after I deleted it?

Chrome will prompt to save a password whenever you log into a site and no saved password exists. If you don’t want to save it again, click “Never” on the prompt, or go to Password Manager → Settings and turn off “Offer to save passwords.”

How do I delete passwords for a specific site only?

In Password Manager, use the search bar at the top to type the site’s name. Then click the entry and delete it. This is faster than scrolling through the entire list.

Is it safe to let Chrome save my passwords?

Chrome encrypts saved passwords with your Google account credentials when sync is on, and on-device encryption is available. It’s generally safe, but using a dedicated password manager with a master password offers an extra layer of control and security.

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