Find Saved Passwords on Android Phone

What You’ll Need

Your Android phone unlocked
The screen lock PIN, pattern, or password for your phone
Your Google account password (if you’re viewing passwords in Chrome or Google Settings)
Optional: a fingerprint or face unlock set up for faster verification

Step-by-Step

Open your phone’s Settings app. Look for the gear icon in your app drawer or notification shade. The exact name is just “Settings” on most Android phones.
Go to “Passwords & accounts” or “Google.” On stock Android (Pixel, Nokia, Motorola), tap “Passwords & accounts.” On Samsung, tap “Accounts and backup,” then “Manage accounts.” On other brands, look for “Passwords,” “Security,” or “Biometrics and security.” The menu name can vary by version and manufacturer.
Select “Google” and then “Password Manager.” On Pixel and stock Android, tap “Google” at the top, then “Password Manager.” On Samsung, after opening “Accounts and backup,” tap “Manage accounts,” choose your Google account, then tap “Passwords.” If you don’t see it, go directly to Chrome instead (next step).
Alternatively, open Chrome and tap the three-dot menu. In the Chrome app, tap the three vertical dots in the top-right corner, then choose “Settings,” followed by “Password Manager.” This works on any Android phone with Chrome installed.
Find the password you need. You’ll see a list of websites and apps. Scroll or use the search bar at the top. Tap the entry to open its details.
Verify your identity and reveal the password. Tap the eye icon next to the password field. Your phone will ask for your screen lock (PIN, pattern, or fingerprint). After you confirm, the password appears in plain text. You can also tap the copy icon to copy it to your clipboard.

Common Mistakes

Looking in the wrong Settings menu. Many phones have a “Passwords” section under “Security” that only shows Wi-Fi passwords, not app or website passwords. Always go through Google or Chrome for saved login info.
Forgetting that you saved it in a different browser. If you used Firefox or Samsung Internet, those passwords are stored separately. Check each browser’s own settings.
Thinking app passwords are in the app itself. Most apps don’t show your saved password inside the app. You need to go to the system Password Manager or the browser where you saved it.
Entering the wrong Google account. If you have multiple Google accounts, you may be looking at the wrong one. Switch accounts at the top of the Password Manager.

Tips

Use the search bar in Password Manager. If you have hundreds of saved passwords, typing the site name is faster than scrolling.
Set up fingerprint or face unlock. This makes verifying your identity much quicker than typing your PIN every time.
Check for a “Check passwords” feature. Google Password Manager can also tell you if any of your saved passwords are weak or reused. This is a good way to improve your security.
Export passwords if you need them offline. In Chrome’s Password Manager, tap the three-dot menu and choose “Export passwords.” You’ll be asked to verify your identity, then a CSV file is downloaded.

Troubleshooting

You don’t see the Password Manager option. Make sure you’re signed into your Google account on the phone. Go to Settings > Google > Manage your Google Account. If you’re not signed in, add your account first.
The password won’t reveal after entering your PIN. Try restarting your phone. If that doesn’t work, go to Settings > Apps > Google Play Services and clear its cache. This often fixes verification glitches.
You see “No passwords found” but you know you saved one. You might be looking at a different Google account, or the password was saved in a different browser. Check Chrome’s Password Manager as well as your phone’s Settings.
You can’t remember your Google account password. You’ll need to recover it through Google’s account recovery process. This usually involves verifying your recovery email or phone number.
Passwords are missing after a system update. This is rare, but if it happens, go to Settings > Google > Password Manager and tap the three-dot menu. Choose “Settings” and make sure “Offer to save passwords” is turned on. Your saved passwords should still be in your Google account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I view saved passwords on Android without a Google account?

No. Google Password Manager stores your passwords in your Google account. If you’re not signed in, you won’t have saved passwords to view. Some phone manufacturers have their own password managers (like Samsung Pass), but those also require a Samsung account.

Are saved passwords on Android encrypted?

Yes. Google Password Manager encrypts your passwords with your Google account credentials. When you view them, you need to verify your identity with your screen lock or Google account password.

Can I see saved Wi-Fi passwords on Android?

Yes, but that’s separate. Go to Settings > Network & internet > Internet, tap the gear icon next to your Wi-Fi network, and tap “Share.” You’ll see a QR code and the password below it after you verify your screen lock.

What if I saved a password in an app, not a website?

App passwords are also stored in Google Password Manager. When you log into an app and choose to save the password, it goes to the same place. You can find it by searching for the app name in the Password Manager.

Can I delete saved passwords from my Android phone?

Yes. In Google Password Manager, tap the entry you want to remove, then tap “Delete.” You can also delete all passwords at once by going to the three-dot menu and choosing “Delete all.” This will remove them from your Google account across all devices.

Why does my phone ask for my PIN when I try to view a password?

This is a security feature. Google wants to confirm it’s really you before showing sensitive information. It uses the same screen lock you set up for your phone. This is normal and expected.

Sources: Google Android Help. Menus and buttons can differ slightly by version. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.