How To Turn Off Google Password Manager in Chrome

Turning off Google Password Manager in Chrome will vary based on the Operating System (OS) you’re using. Here’s how you can turn off Google Password Manager in Chrome on Mac, Windows, iOS and Android.

Why browser password managers aren’t safe

While browser-based password managers like Google Password Manager may seem convenient, they aren’t as secure as you may think. This is because they don’t offer the same level of security as standalone password managers. Here’s why you should avoid using your browser’s password manager.

If your browser is compromised, your passwords will be too

Cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to compromise user accounts and sometimes they’ll go as far as compromising a person’s web browser. They can do this by tricking victims into clicking a malicious link or attachment in a phishing email or by exploiting software vulnerabilities on the victim’s device. Once a person’s device is infected with malware, cybercriminals can access anything on it, including anything stored on their web browser, such as passwords and credit card numbers. 

Browsers frequently remain logged in

If you use a browser like Chrome, you’ve probably noticed that you never have to log out of it. While this is convenient, it can place your sensitive information at risk of being exposed to cybercriminals. If you were to lose your device or have it stolen, someone could easily access all your stored information by simply going into your device’s web browser. 

The best alternative to Google Password Manager

Keeper Password Manager is the best alternative to Google Password Manager because it uses the strongest encryption, is cross-compatible, can store more than just passwords and enables secure password and file sharing. 

Keeper® uses the strongest encryption

Keeper is a zero-trust and zero-knowledge password manager that safeguards all stored data with AES-256-bit encryption and Elliptic-Curve Cryptography (ECC), the most robust encryption in cybersecurity. All encryption and decryption occur locally on the user’s device and the vault can only be accessed by the user with their master password. 

Keeper is cross-compatible

One of the biggest challenges of using a browser’s password manager to store passwords is that you can only access your passwords on that browser. For example, if you save your passwords in Google Password Manager, you won’t be able to access your passwords from Firefox. This can make it frustrating to sign in to accounts from different devices. Keeper Password Manager, on the other hand, can be accessed from your computer, phone and all web browsers, making it convenient and secure to access your passwords from anywhere, no matter what device or browser you’re using. 

Keeper stores more than just passwords

Most browser password managers can only store passwords. However, standalone password managers like Keeper can store more than just passwords, including 2FA codes, credit card details, files, documents and images. This makes it easy for users to access whatever they need from wherever they are.

Keeper enables secure password and file sharing

Sharing passwords and other sensitive information is sometimes necessary, but doing so through text messages, direct messages or email can place accounts at a greater risk of becoming compromised. Most browser password managers don’t enable secure password sharing which can lead to people using insecure methods to share passwords. Keeper Password Manager, on the other hand, enables secure password and file sharing with other Keeper users through vault-to-vault sharing as well as with people who aren’t Keeper users through a feature called One-Time Share. This makes it easy for Keeper users to securely share passwords and other sensitive information with anyone, including family members, friends and coworkers.

Switch to Keeper Password Manager today

With a dedicated password manager like Keeper, you don’t have to compromise security over convenience because you’ll be provided with both. Not only does Keeper offer more features than browser-based password managers but it also uses the most secure encryption to keep your data protected from unauthorized access.

Ready to make the switch to Keeper? Start a free 30-day trial of Keeper Password Manager today.