If the browser detects that a password is in the database of compromised passwords, it’ll advise you to change it to a different one. The new feature should sound familiar because Google already has a “Password Leak Detection” feature that offers the same functionality, but a similar feature is now part of the Chromium version of Microsoft Edge. Password Monitor is currently in development, but you can enable it manually using the Beta version of the browser. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to enable (or disable) the password leak detection in the latest version of Edge on Windows 10.
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Enable password monitor on Microsoft Edge
To enable alerts for compromised passwords on Microsoft Edge, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the browser will be able to detect and alert you if any of your login information have been part of a data breach. Profile password option Microsoft Edge enable password monitor If the password you’re using have been stolen, you can click the alert to access a page (edge://settings/Passwords/PasswordMonitor) with more information and link to change it, or you can also ignore the alert.
Disable password monitor on Microsoft Edge
To disable stolen password alerts on Edge, use these steps: After you complete the steps, Microsoft Edge will no longer notify you about passwords found in an online leak. Profile password option Microsoft Edge disable password monitor All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
