How to Use Password Generator to Create more Secure Passwords in Microsoft Edge

Why Use Edge’s Password Generator?

Think of the Password Generator as your smart helper for passwords. Instead of trying to think of a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols that’s hard to guess, Edge does it for you. It makes passwords that are:

• Strong: These are not just random characters. They are made to be very hard for hackers to guess or break.
• Unique: You get a new password for each website. If one account gets hacked, your other accounts stay safe.
• Saved Automatically: Edge remembers the password for you. When you go back to that website, it will fill in the password for you.
• Synced Across Devices: If you are signed into Edge with your Microsoft account and have password syncing turned on, the new password will work on your other computers, tablets, and phones.

This feature really helps you keep good security habits without much effort. It removes the guesswork and the need to remember everything.

How to Let Edge Create Your Next Password

Using the Password Generator is very easy. It shows up when Edge sees you on a sign-up page or in a spot where you would normally type or change a password.

1. Go to a Sign-Up or Password Reset Page

   Open Microsoft Edge. Go to a website where you need to create a new account or change a password. You usually find these on registration forms or when you click a “Forgot Password” link.

2. Click on the Password Field

   Once you are on the page with the password box, click inside it. You do not need to type anything yet.

3. Look for the Password Suggestion

   Right away, a small menu should appear above or next to the password box. This is the Password Generator working! It will show you a suggested password.

4. Accept the Suggested Password

   The suggested password is made to be strong and secure. If you like it, click on it in the menu. Edge will put it into the password box for you.

5. Complete the Form and Save

   Fill in any other needed information on the website. When you send the form, the website will accept the new password. Edge will then ask you to save the password. Click “Save” so it can fill it in for you next time.

That’s it! You have created a strong, unique password without much effort. Edge has now saved this password safely and will be ready to fill it in the next time you visit.

Turning the Password Generator On or Off

The Password Generator is on by default in Microsoft Edge because it’s a very useful security tool. However, you might want to turn it off, or maybe you turned it off and want to turn it back on.

Steps to Manage Password Generator Settings

Here is how you can find these settings:

1. Open Edge Settings

   Click the three dots (…) in the top-right corner of your Edge window. This opens the “Settings and more” menu. Then, choose Settings.

2. Go to Password Manager

   In ⚙️ the Settings menu, look for Passwords and autofill in the left sidebar. Click it. Then, find and click on Microsoft Password Manager.

3. Access More Settings

   In the Microsoft Password Manager section, you should see a link or button for More settings. Click on it.

4. Adjust the “Suggest strong passwords” Toggle

   You will see a switch labeled Suggest strong passwords.

   • To turn off : Click the switch so it turns gray (off).
   • To turn on : Click the switch so it turns blue (on).
5. Make sure “Ask to save passwords” is On

Once you have made your changes, you can close the Settings tab. The Password Generator will now work the way you want it to.

Reference:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/use-password-generator-to-create-more-secure-passwords-in-microsoft-edge

Summary

Using Microsoft Edge’s Password Generator is a simple but very effective way to make your online security much better. It makes it easy to create and remember complex passwords. This ensures that each of your online accounts has its own strong protection. By following these steps, you can start using this powerful tool today. You can then browse the web with more peace of mind. Don’t let weak passwords be the weak spot in your online security!