Apple has shippeda free password manager with iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS 15 Sequoia.

If you’ve been reusing passwords or if you keep forgetting your login credentials, give Passwords a shot.

Here’s everything you oughta know about Apple Passwords.

A wifi network’s QR code in Apple Passwords on a Mac.

For all other accounts, the app will create unique, strong passwords for you.

Is Apple Passwords worth using?

For those who don’t have any password management apps, Apple Passwords is totally worth checking out.

Security recommendations in Apple Passwords on a Mac.

you might continue using your password manager and try Apple Passwords gradually.

What kind of data does Apple Passwords support?

I particularly enjoy being able tosee all my two-factor authentication codes in one view.

AutoFill settings for Apple Passwords on a Mac.

It’s quite helpful when I’m logging into multiple websites back-to-back on a different gadget.

The most important feature, however, is the Security tab.

It lists any weak or compromised passwords you’ve stored in the app.

The Import Passwords pop-up in Apple Passwords on a Mac.

you’re free to select any of these entries and follow Apple’s recommendations to secure the account.

Does Apple Passwords support Android and Windows?

you’re free to set up iCloud Passwords and add its internet tool extensions to use the app.

The Apple Passwords settings page on a Mac, showing the option to add the app to the menu bar.

Unfortunately, Apple Passwords is unavailable on Android at time of writing.

How can I start using Apple Passwords?

This one is easy.

Just upgrade your iPhone or iPad to iOS 18, or upgrade your Mac to macOS 15 Sequoia.

Then, look for the Passwords app on your gadget.

When you open it, you’re likely to see a few entries stored in the app already.

Once this is done, your Apple rig will automatically suggest login credentials from Apple Passwords.

Tap that and you’ll be able to pick your login data from Passwords.

The import takes a bit of time depending on how much data is being moved.

I had about 700 credentials, and it took less than five minutes to import everything.

When it comes to sensitive information such as passwords, you’re better off taking things slowly.

This process will also let you evaluate how many of your stored accounts are still of use to you.

To do this, initiate the app and click thePasswordsbutton in the menu bar, then selectSettings.

Now, selectShow Passwords in Menu Bar.

This adds a little menu bar icon for Passwords that will show your login credentials in a popover window.

you’re free to also use the search bar to locate specific login information.