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Microsoft Edge Password Management: A Complete Guide

Introduction Understanding Password Management in Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge, the default browser in Windows 10, offers a convenient password-saving feature. This allows you to automatically fill in your usernames and passwords when you revisit websites. However, you might want to disable this feature for security or privacy reasons.

This comprehensive guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to enable or disable the password saving functionality in Microsoft Edge. We'll explore two primary methods: utilizing the Local Group Policy Editor (for Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions) and using REG files for all Windows 10 editions.

Option 1: Using the Local Group Policy Editor

The Local Group Policy Editor allows you to centrally manage settings on your computer. Please note that this option is only available on Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions.

1. Open the Local Group Policy Editor by searching for 'gpedit.msc' in the Windows search bar and running it.

2. Navigate to: Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Microsoft Edge.

3. In the right pane, double-click on 'Configure Password Manager'.

4. To enable password saving: Select 'Not Configured' or 'Enabled'. Click 'OK'. ( 'Not Configured' is the default)

5. To disable password saving: Select 'Disabled'. Click 'OK'.

6. Close the Local Group Policy Editor.

7. Restart Microsoft Edge for the changes to take effect.

Option 2: Using REG Files

For all Windows 10 editions, you can use REG files to modify the registry settings and control password saving. This method involves downloading a pre-configured REG file.

1. To enable password saving (default): No action required as this is the default setting.

2. To disable password saving:

a. Download the Disable_save_passwords_in_Microsoft_Edge.reg file.

b. Save the file to your desktop.

c. Double-click the downloaded .reg file and merge it into the registry. Click 'Run', then 'Yes' (UAC prompt), then 'Yes' again, and finally 'OK'.

3. Restart Microsoft Edge for the changes to take effect.

4. You can delete the downloaded .reg file after merging it.

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Take control of your online security with our easy-to-follow guide. Manage your passwords in Microsoft Edge effortlessly.

The Windows 10 Forums Team

Troubleshooting Common Issues and Solutions

If you are still experiencing issues after following these steps, ensure that you have administrator privileges on your computer. Verify that any third-party security software isn't interfering with Microsoft Edge's functionality. If problems persist, consider checking for any conflicting group policies or registry settings that may be overriding your changes.