How to Stop Microsoft Edge from Prompting to Save Passwords in Windows

Microsoft Edge comes with lots of features, including a password manager. Every time you log into a site, Microsoft Edge will ask the browser if you want to save a password. If you don’t want Microsoft Edge to bother saving passwords, you can turn it off and use a third-party password manager.

You may find it convenient to save passwords in Edge and sync them across devices. However, this prompt can be annoying. In this post we will show you how to disable the annoying ‘save password’ prompt of the Edge browser.

Disable Microsoft Edge’s Save Password Prompt

The first time you sign in to a website or web app, Microsoft Edge displays the Save password popup:

However, if you click the Never button, Edge will not prompt you to save the password for that site only. So if you visit the site again, you won’t get a prompt. However, getting a prompt every time you visit a site where you need to sign in can be tiring.

Here are the steps to disable the same.

Stage 1: Click on the three-dot menu icon in Microsoft Edge and select Settings.

Step 2: Click on Passwords on the right.

Stage 3: Disable the toggle next to ‘Offer to save passwords’ and that’s it.

Edge no longer prompts you to save passwords.

You can also choose to disable other password-related features, but this is not necessary to disable password prompts in the Edge browser.

Scroll a little further and you’ll see a list of sites where Edge has been trained to ‘Never save’ their passwords. Every time you click the Never button or visit a site in Edge whose password you haven’t saved, the site’s URL is added to this list.

Why Should You Use Third-Party Password Managers?

So you can manage passwords in Edge on a per site basis or turn it off for all sites altogether. It depends on whether you are using a third-party password manager.

There are several reasons why using an external password manager is better than what Microsoft Edge offers.

Edge browser is available on all platforms like Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, while the password manager only works inside the browser app. You cannot use it in browser-independent desktop apps or mobile apps. On the other hand, password managers like LastPass and Bitwarden work everywhere as they don’t depend on a browser to save passwords and fill in login forms. They offer custom apps for all platforms.

These password managers also offer additional features that you won’t find in browser-based password managers. Some common features are notes, credit cards, ID cards, etc. templates for storing different details such as, folders to classify passwords by niche, the ability to share passwords/passwords with trusted friends and family members, and more.

The primary purpose of a browser is to allow users to browse the web. The password manager is an add-on, an afterthought. Password managers, on the other hand, are purpose-built to fill a specific space or gap and are therefore always miles ahead in terms of usability, features, and accessibility.

Are Third-Party Password Managers Free?

Third-party password managers offer a limited free plan. However, you have to pay to upgrade for advanced features. We’ve covered a few password managers like Dashlane, Bitwarden, LastPass, 1Password, and even more.

Bitwarden is open source and its free version is pretty good. It offers all the necessary features you might need in the free plan. And the premium plan is affordable.

Dashlane doubles as a VPN provider, so you get a solid password manager with VPN protection for the price. There are others as we mentioned earlier, but you can start your search here.

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There are as many reasons to choose a third-party password manager over the version of Microsoft Edge as password managers themselves. Choose the one that suits your needs and budget. Don’t be fooled by shiny new features you don’t want or even understand. It is equally important to read the company’s history regarding security and privacy because you will trust them with important information. You don’t want this to fall into the wrong hands.

Pro Tip: Bank details, payment processors, etc. Critical information such as passwords and passwords can be noted in a physical diary or on a non-network device. If offline, it cannot be hacked. Just be sure to keep it dry and safe.

Next: Looking for the best password manager for your team or large business? We compare the business plans of 1Password, Dashlane, and LastPass.