Enable or Disable Password Export in Microsoft Edge

This article explains how to enable or disable the password export feature in the Microsoft Edge browser on Windows 11.

Microsoft Edge is the default browser in Windows 11. However, users can switch to their preferred or favorite browser anytime. Edge is based on Chromium, similar to Google Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers today.

When you use Edge, you can export the passwords you saved from the browser to a CSV file for backup purposes. The passwords file contains your secret password, so it is important to protect it.

If you wish to disable the password export feature in Edge, you can use the PasswordExportEnabled policy to control whether the Export Passwords button in edge://wallet/passwords is active.

If enabled or not configured, users can export saved passwords. If disabled, the Export Password button will be unavailable, preventing password exports.

Disable password export from Edge

As mentioned, administrators can disable the password exporting feature in the Microsoft Edge browser.

Here’s how to do it.

First, open the Windows Registry and navigate to the folder key path below.

Remember to back up your registry before making any changes, or create a System Restore point as a precaution.

Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge

Right-click Edge > New > DWORD (32-bit) Value and name the new DWORD PasswordExportEnabled.

Double-click and open the PasswordExportEnabled name and set the value to 0 to disable the password export feature in Edge.

Delete the “PasswordExportEnabled” name created above to restore the default behavior and allow users to export their password to a CSV file.

PasswordExportEnabled

You may have to reboot your computer to apply the changes.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

• Exporting passwords from Microsoft Edge can be controlled through the PasswordExportEnabled policy.
• Disabling this feature prevents users from exporting their stored passwords, enhancing security.
• Always back up your registry or create a System Restore point before making any changes.
• Rebooting may be necessary for the changes to take effect.
• Keeping your passwords secure is crucial for maintaining your online safety and privacy.