How to Delete Saved Passwords: Desktop & Mobile

This guide shows you how to remove saved passwords from the most common browsers and password managers on both desktop and mobile. You’ll learn the exact steps for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and the built-in password managers on Android and iOS. No technical skills are needed—just a few minutes and access to your device settings.

What You’ll Need

• Access to the device (desktop or mobile) where the passwords are saved.
• Your device unlock PIN, pattern, or biometric (fingerprint/face) to confirm changes.
• The master password for any third-party password manager you use (e.g., LastPass, Dashlane).

Step-by-Step

On Desktop (Windows, Mac, Linux)

Google Chrome

1. Open Chrome and click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
2. Select Settings from the dropdown.
3. Scroll down and click Autofill, then Password Manager (or just “Passwords” in older versions).
4. You’ll see a list of saved passwords. To delete one, click the three-dot icon next to the entry and choose Remove.
5. Confirm the deletion when prompted.

Mozilla Firefox

1. Open Firefox and click the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) in the top-right.
2. Select Logins and Passwords (or go to about:logins in the address bar).
3. Find the entry you want to remove, click on it, then click the Remove button (trash icon) at the bottom of the details pane.
4. Confirm the removal.

Apple Safari (macOS)

1. Open Safari and go to Safari > Settings (or Preferences on older macOS) from the menu bar.
2. Click the Passwords tab.
3. Enter your macOS password or use Touch ID to unlock.
4. Select the website whose password you want to delete, then click Remove.

Microsoft Edge

1. Open Edge and click the three-dot menu in the top-right.
2. Go to Settings > Profiles > Passwords.
3. Hover over the entry you want to delete, click the three-dot icon, and select Delete.
4. Confirm the deletion.

On Mobile (Android and iOS)

Google Chrome (Android/iOS)

1. Open Chrome and tap the three-dot menu (Android) or the three-dot icon at the bottom (iOS).
2. Tap Settings > Passwords.
3. Tap the entry you want to remove, then tap Delete (Android) or Edit then Delete Password (iOS).
4. Confirm the action.

Safari (iPhone/iPad)

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone/iPad.
2. Scroll down and tap Passwords (or Passwords & Accounts on older iOS).
3. Authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your device passcode.
4. Tap the website entry you want to delete, then tap Delete Password.
5. Confirm the deletion.

Android (Samsung Internet, etc.)

1. Open the browser app (e.g., Samsung Internet) and go to its settings.
2. Look for Passwords or Saved Logins (often under “Privacy” or “Security”).
3. Tap the entry you want to remove, then tap the delete icon or Remove.
4. Confirm the deletion.

Third-Party Password Managers

1. Open the password manager app (e.g., LastPass, Dashlane, 1Password).
2. Log in with your master password.
3. Navigate to the vault or “Passwords” section.
4. Find the entry, tap/click it, then choose Delete or the trash icon.
5. Confirm the deletion. The change will sync across all your devices.

Common Mistakes

• Deleting the wrong entry: Always check the website URL before deleting—many sites have similar names.
• Forgetting to sync: If you delete on one device but not others, the password may reappear via cloud sync.
• Not backing up: If you delete a password you still need, you’ll have to reset it on the website—there’s no undo.
• Confusing “delete” with “edit”: Some browsers have a pencil icon to edit; the trash icon is for deletion.

Tips

• Before deleting, export your passwords to a secure file if you might need them later (most browsers allow CSV export).
• Use a password manager for better security—it lets you manage all passwords in one place with strong encryption.
• After deleting old passwords, update your important accounts with new, unique passwords.
• If you’re deleting because of a security breach, also change the password on the website itself, not just remove it from your browser.

Troubleshooting

• Passwords reappear after deletion: This usually means sync is enabled. Go to your browser’s sync settings and either disable sync or delete the password on all devices.
• Can’t find the Passwords option: In Chrome, type chrome://settings/passwords in the address bar. In Firefox, type about:logins.
• Forgot master password for a password manager: You’ll need to use the recovery options (like a recovery key or account reset) provided by the service. Without it, you may lose access to all stored passwords.
• Delete button is grayed out: This can happen if the password is managed by a policy (e.g., work device). Contact your IT administrator.
• Mobile browser doesn’t show saved passwords: Check if you’re using the correct browser—passwords are stored per browser, not per device.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No, deleting a saved password only removes it from your browser’s storage. You’ll stay logged in until you log out or clear cookies. The next time you log in, you’ll have to type the password manually.

Can I delete all saved passwords at once?

Most browsers don’t have a “delete all” button for passwords. You can clear browsing data, but that also removes cookies and history. For a bulk delete, you may need to use a password manager that supports batch deletion.

If I delete a password on my phone, will it delete on my computer too?

If you have sync enabled in the browser (e.g., Chrome sync), yes—deleting on one device will remove it from all synced devices. If sync is off, it only deletes locally.

What’s the difference between deleting a password and clearing cookies?

Deleting a password removes the saved login info. Clearing cookies logs you out of websites but doesn’t remove saved passwords. They are separate settings.

Is it safe to delete saved passwords?

Yes, it’s safe—you’re just removing convenience. However, make sure you know the passwords or can reset them, otherwise you’ll be locked out.

Why does my browser keep asking to save passwords after I delete them?

That’s normal—the browser offers to save passwords every time you log in. To stop the prompts, disable the “Offer to save passwords” option in the browser settings.

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