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# Using the Built-in Password Manager Safely

> Learn how Comet's built-in password manager saves, encrypts, and autofills your passwords locally, with tips to keep your credentials secure.

<h2 id="h_33b0e4792f">Password Manager in Comet</h2>

<p>Comet’s built-in <b>Password Manager</b> helps you securely save, view, and fill in your website credentials — all stored locally on your device.</p>

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<h2 id="h_7389c3d16b">How it works</h2>

<ul>
  <li>
    <p>Passwords are <b>encrypted and saved inside your operating system’s secure vault</b><br />(Keychain on macOS or Credential Manager on Windows).</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p>Comet never uploads or shares your saved passwords.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p>Autofill works automatically when you visit a site you’ve saved credentials for.</p>
  </li>
</ul>

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<h2 id="h_9032650a16">Key features</h2>

<ul>
  <li>
    <p><b>Save and autofill passwords:</b> Easily store login information for the websites you use.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p><b>Add or edit passwords manually:</b> Go to <code>comet://password-manager/passwords</code> and click <b>Add</b>.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p><b>Local encryption:</b> Your passwords stay protected by your system’s security (Touch ID, Face ID, Windows Hello, or system password).</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p><b>No sync required:</b> Everything is stored only on your current device for maximum privacy.</p>
  </li>
</ul>

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<h2 id="h_240fa82a6a">How to use the Password Manager</h2>

<ol>
  <li>
    <p>When signing up or logging into a site, Comet will offer to <b>save your password</b>.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p>To view or manage saved logins, open:<br />​<b>Settings → Autofill and passwords → Password Manager</b><br />or visit <code>comet://password-manager/passwords</code>.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p>Use <b>Search</b> to quickly find accounts or update credentials.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p>Click <b>Add</b> to manually create a new entry.</p>
  </li>
</ol>

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<h2 id="h_56d010bb99">Tips for better password security</h2>

<ul>
  <li>
    <p>Use unique, strong passwords for every site.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p>Review and remove credentials you no longer use.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p>Keep your device’s login protected by a strong password or biometrics.</p>
  </li>

  <li>
    <p>If you use multiple devices, export and import passwords manually when needed.</p>
  </li>
</ul>


## Related topics

- [Security](/help-center/help-center/comet/en/collections/18800269-security.md)
- [Using custom API credentials in Computer](/help-center/help-center/en/articles/20260716-using-custom-api-credentials-in-computer.md)
- [Safe Browsing & Malware Protection](/help-center/help-center/comet/en/articles/11629595-safe-browsing-malware-protection.md)
- [Browsing Privacy & Safety](/help-center/help-center/comet/en/articles/12867356-browsing-privacy-safety.md)
- [Computer](/help-center/help-center/en/collections/18534886-computer.md)