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The autofill feature in modern web browsers is a helpful tool that saves time by automatically filling in forms with your saved information, such as addresses, payment details, and login credentials. However, there may be situations where you prefer not to use this feature due to privacy or security concerns. Disabling autofill is straightforward and can be done in a few steps for most popular browsers. Here’s how to do it for Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox.
Chrome's autofill feature can be disabled by following the steps below.
1. Open Chrome and click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
2. Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
3. In the Settings page, go to the Autofill and passwords section on the left side.
4. In the Autofill and passwords section, choose the category you want to disable:
Microsoft Edge's autofill feature can be disabled by following the steps below.
1. Open Edge and click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
2. Select Settings from the dropdown.
3. Go to the Profiles section on the left.
4. Choose Payment info and toggle off Save and fill payment info.
5. For passwords, select Passwords and toggle off Offer to save passwords.
6. For personal info, select Personal info and toggle off Save and fill basic info.
Firefox's autofill feature can be disabled by following the steps below.
1. Open Firefox and click the Firefox menu (three horizontal lines) in the top-right corner.
2. Select Settings from the menu.
3. Navigate to Privacy & Security in the left sidebar.
4. Scroll down to the Passwords and Autofill section.
5. Uncheck the options for saving and autofill forms.
Disabling the autofill feature in your browser is a simple yet effective way to enhance your online privacy and security. While autofill can save time, it’s not always the best option, especially if you’re using a shared or public device. Whether you’re looking to safeguard sensitive details or prefer to manage your data manually, turning off autofill ensures a safer browsing experience. By following the steps above, you can take control of your personal information and prevent it from being automatically filled into forms.
