How to Change Autofill Settings

What is Autofill?

Autofill is a feature that automatically fills form fields with saved information, like names, addresses, and credit card details. Google Chrome and iOS are among the most popular platforms for using autofill. They allow users to save time by avoiding repetitive manual entry of data.

However, while convenient, autofill also carries security concerns. Poorly managed data could leave sensitive information unprotected, especially if used across multiple websites without proper supervision. This makes the safe management of autofill data supremely important. Tools like RoboForm offer a secure alternative to basic autofill features. They are more flexible than those offered by browsers and operating systems. Learn more about RoboForm’s autofill technology.

Why Can Google Chrome Autofill Be Insecure?

Google Chrome’s autofill feature has potential security vulnerabilities. Malicious actors can access autofill data if the user’s computer is compromised. They can also access it if websites are not secure.

Saved autofill information is stored locally on the device. This storage poses a risk if the device is lost, stolen, or hacked. Chrome’s basic autofill lacks strong encryption standards. More robust tools, like RoboForm, use encryption to ensure that only the user can access sensitive data. Learn more about RoboForm’s security here.

How to Remove Google Chrome Autofill

To disable Google Chrome Autofill, follow these steps:

1. Open Chrome and click the three-dot menu in the top right corner.
2. Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
3. Select Autofill and passwords from the column on the left. 
4. Click Google Password Manager.
5. Select Settings from the column on the left.
6. Toggle off the Offer to save passwords and passkeys option.
7. Repeat for the Payment methods and Addresses and more options on the Autofill and passwords page to fully disable autofill.

How to Change Google Chrome Autofill Information

If you need to update or edit your saved autofill data in Google Chrome, follow these steps:

1. Open Chrome and go to Settings.
2. Under Autofill and passwords, choose an option. You can select between Google Password Manager, Payment methods, or Addresses and more.
3. Click directly on the saved Password in the Google Password Manager, or click the three-dot icon next to any saved address or payment method and select the Edit option
4. Modify the information as you wish and then Save.

How to Manage Autofill for Credit Cards on Chrome

To manage credit card details in Google Chrome, follow these steps:

1. Open Chrome and navigate to Settings.
2. Under Autofill and passwords, click Payment methods. Here you can add, edit, or remove saved credit card information.
3. Toggle off the Save and fill payment methods option if you want to disable this feature entirely.

What is Autofill on iPhone and Is It Secure?

iPhones come equipped with their own autofill technology that is integrated with iCloud Keychain. While it is convenient, especially for credit card details and passwords, it is not foolproof. If your iCloud account is compromised, your information could be vulnerable. Additionally, syncing your autofill data across multiple devices without strong authentication can also put your information at risk.

For users seeking additional layers of protection, managing autofill through dedicated tools like RoboForm ensures better encryption. This management provides control over which apps and websites can access sensitive data.

How to Disable iPhone Autofill

To disable autofill on iOS, follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Scroll down and tap Passwords.
3. Select Password Options.
4. Toggle off AutoFill Passwords and Passkeys to disable autofill.

How to Change iPhone Autofill Information

To update autofill information on iOS, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Scroll down and tap Passwords.
3. Select the password you would like to edit.
4. Tap Edit in the upper right.

How to Change Credit Card Autofill on iPhone

To manage your credit card autofill on iOS, follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Tap Safari, then Autofill.
3. Under Credit Cards, tap Saved Credit Cards.
4. Use Add Credit Card to input new information or Edit to change existing details.

How to Change Autofill Address on iPhone

To change your saved address for autofill:

1. Open Settings.
2. Scroll to Safari, then tap Autofill.
3. Tap My Info to select or edit the contact that contains your address.

Conclusion

While Google Chrome and iOS’s autofill features offer convenience, they also come with potential security risks if not properly managed. Disabling or customizing your autofill settings can protect your sensitive data, especially on unfamiliar websites. For an extra layer of security, use a trusted tool like RoboForm. It offers advanced encryption and safe management of autofill data. This is a good choice for better control over your autofill settings.