How to know if your passwords have been leaked from Google Chrome
Samira Vishwas January 12, 2026 01:25 PM

In today’s digital era, security of online accounts has become very important. If passwords used for social media, email and other online services are leaked, it can cause serious harm. Many times users do not even realize that their password has been involved in a data breach.

Keeping this problem in mind, Google has added Password Checker A special feature named has been added. This tool checks your saved passwords and tells you whether they are secure or not.

What is Chrome Password Checker?

Chrome Password Checker is an inbuilt security tool that scans all the passwords saved in the browser. It checks whether these passwords have been leaked in a data breach.

Additionally, this feature also identifies weak and frequently used passwords, allowing users to increase security in a timely manner.

Why is it important to check the password?

If a password is leaked, cyber criminals can misuse your account. Social media accounts being hacked, fake messages being sent or personal information being stolen are common problems.

Chrome’s Password Checker alerts users in time so they can change passwords before damage is done.

Necessary condition before using Password Checker

  • Must have the latest version of Google Chrome browser installed (Chrome 96 or newer)

How to check leaked passwords in Google Chrome

Follow the steps given below:

step 1: Open Google Chrome.
Step 2: Click on the three dots at the top right Settings got into.
Step 3: Autofill Select option.
Step 4: Passwords Click on.
Step 5: Check Passwords Tap on the option.

Chrome will now scan all your saved passwords and show them in the category of safe, weak or leaked passwords.

What to do if the password is leaked?

If Chrome flags a password as unsafe, immediately visit the relevant website and change the password. Create strong and unique passwords and turn on two-step verification where possible.

Google Chrome’s Password Checker feature is an easy and effective way to maintain online security. Checking and updating passwords regularly helps keep you safe from cyber threats.

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