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Apple Passwords Autofill Not Working

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Workaround available iOS, macOS Updated November 15, 2026Based on 4 user reportsHow we research

Quick answer

Enable Settings > General > AutoFill & Passwords > AutoFill Passwords and Passkeys and make sure Passwords is the active provider.

Most likely fix: Turn on AutoFill

How to fix it

Try these in order — the most common fix is first.

  1. 1. Turn on AutoFill

    1. Open Settings > General > AutoFill & Passwords
    2. Turn on AutoFill Passwords and Passkeys
    3. Select Passwords as provider
    Did this fix it?

  2. 2. Chrome and other Mac browsers

    1. Install the browser's AutoFill extension from its web store
    2. Check the extension is enabled in the browser
    Did this fix it?

  3. 3. Restart and update

    1. Update iOS or macOS and Chrome
    2. Restart the device
    Did this fix it?

Symptoms

Passwords and passkeys do not appear above the keyboard or in Chrome.

Why it happens

  • AutoFill off after an update
  • Another provider is active
  • Mac browser missing the AutoFill extension
  • Private browsing

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