While iOS's iCloud Keychain and Passwords features are fantastic when it comes to auto-filling information on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, both also serve as a very handy repository for a lot of your information.
For instance, if you're trying to buy something and you don't have the option to use autofill on iOS, you can dive into your settings to find your stored passwords, credit card information, and more. This is handy for making payments over the phone, or double-checking the password of an account before you try to log in somewhere new. Given how sensitive all this information is, it's stored safely behind iPhone's Touch ID or Face ID security measures, meaning you're the only person who can access it.
So how do you find your passwords and credit card information on your iPhone? Luckily, iOS 17 features a dedicated section for your passwords, while autofill information for credit cards can easily be found in your Safari settings, here's everything you need to know.
How to find passwords on iPhone
The iOS Settings app includes a standalone Passwords section which lists all of your saved accounts, usernames, and passwords in one place. Not only does it show you what these passwords are, but it can even make security recommendations based on whether Apple has detected compromised passwords in data breaches or leaks. Here's how to find passwords on iPhone:
- Open the Settings app
- Scroll down and tap Passwords
- Verify your identity with Face ID or Touch ID
- Scroll down and tap the website name that you want the password for
- Tap the Password tab to reveal the password
- If you need to paste it somewhere, tap Copy
How to set up AutoFill on iPhone
If you aren't using it already, you can enable AutoFill within Safari, which makes it easier to enter information such as your name, address, and more.
- Open the Settings app
- Scroll down and tap Safari
- Under the General section tap AutoFill
- Tap My Info
- Select your name from your contacts list
How to find credit card information on iPhone
Just like your passwords, you can find your stored credit card information on your iPhone. This can be handy if you're making a payment over the phone, or entering your details for the first time without AutoFill assistance. Here's how to find it:
- Open the Settings app
- Scroll down and tap Safari
- Under the General section tap AutoFill
- Tap Saved Credit Cards
- Use Face ID or Touch ID to verify your identity (or your four-digit code)
- Select the credit card you want to view
Your iPhone will then show you your card's name, number, expiry, security code, and a brief description. All of this information can be edited by pressing edit in the top right-hand corner.
