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UPDATE: May. 6, 2026, 9:40 a.m. EDT This piece was updated to include a statement from Microsoft. Password managers are supposed to make life easier for users by remembering their passwords and ...

Microsoft Edge is ditching master passwords in favor of a more secure way to access the password manager. Microsoft Edge password manager has removed support for master passwords on Windows in an ...

Though Microsoft claimed that storing plaintext passwords in memory was by design, the company has changed the behavior to better protect your passwords.

Following the announcement, Microsoft outlined the exact retirement date and steps for users to transition. Users can ensure a smooth transition by enabling password autofill and passkeys in Edge's ...