Forgot your password just when you needed it most? Google's password manager may be the lifesaver you didn't know you already had installed. If you manage multiple accounts and get stressed every time you need to log in, this article is for you.
Here you will learn how to use it step by step, optimize your security and forget about repeating “what was the password?” just before an important meeting.
If your job involves managing several online accounts, you’ve probably felt that mix of anxiety and chaos when you need to log in to different platforms — your CRM, your digital wallet, the client dashboard — and you can’t remember the password.
If you don’t manage your login data well, you’ll end up changing them over and over again; which not only wastes time but can also lead to phishing risks.
Google Password Manager works as a free tool that saves, syncs, and protects all your passwords, directly from your Google account.
It’s available in Chrome and on Android devices, and it lets you access your credentials from anywhere, without depending on your memory.
The first advantage is clear: better time management and less stress.
As a freelancer or digital worker, your day is already full of urgent tasks, deliveries, and process tracking.
In this context, it’s better to avoid asking yourself “what was the password again?” and instead have everything ready without interruptions to your workflow.
Key advantages:
Smart autofill: automatically fills in usernames and passwords on apps or websites.
Syncs across all your devices: just sign in to your Google account.
Security checkup: lets you know if any of your passwords were compromised.
Secure password suggestions: generates strong passwords without you having to think of them. Just remember to save them elsewhere.
Access from passwords.google.com: manage, edit, or delete your passwords from a clear, accessible dashboard. All with the user-friendly interface Google is known for, just like in tools such as Google Travel.
The first time you use the manager, you almost don’t even notice.
Google asks: “Would you like to save this password?” and that’s it. But if you want to get the most out of it, here’s a complete guide on how to manage your passwords in the Google Chrome browser.
Go to passwords.google.com.
Sign in with your Google account (use 2-step authentication for added security).
You’ll see a list of all your saved passwords.
Go to Settings and check that the default features are enabled:
Suggest saving passwords, auto sign-in, and password alerts.
You can also disable any of them based on your preferences.
When registering on a new site, Google Password Manager will offer the option to generate a password either by you or by their algorithm.
If you choose “Use a secure password,” Google will save it automatically. If you choose “Choose your password,” make sure to save it yourself.
From the same passwords.google.com dashboard, go to the "Password Checkup" section. Click on the button that says "Change passwords" or similar.
Then click on the "Check passwords" button.
Google Password Manager will show you a list of passwords that require or may require changes.
Also check where you reuse the same password — that’s a red flag for low security.
If you prefer doing it from your browser, just follow these steps:
Open Chrome.
Click on the three dots (top right corner).
Go to “Passwords and autofill.”
Click on “Google Password Manager.”
From there you can edit or delete credentials, activate or deactivate features, and much more.
Although Google’s password manager is practical, you might need more control, especially if you share access with team members or manage multiple accounts with different permission levels.
Here are some alternatives:
1Password: With shared vault features, ideal for teams.
NordPass: Modern encryption, great for tech-savvy freelancers.
LastPass: A solid free version, though with some device limitations.
You can explore these in more depth in our post: 5 alternatives to Google Password Manager.
As a freelancer, your time is money, and your security is key. Google Password Manager not only saves you from clicks and forgetfulness, it also protects you from attacks, phishing, and human error. And the best part? You already have it installed, ready to help.
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