Saving passwords in a web browser can be convenient, but it also presents a security risk. Here are some reasons why you should not save passwords in a web browser:
Vulnerability to hackers: If a hacker gains access to your computer or smartphone, they could potentially find and use your saved passwords. This could result in the theft of personal information or financial data.
Shared devices: If you share your computer or smartphone with others, they could potentially access your saved passwords and use them without your permission.
Lack of encryption: Many web browsers do not encrypt saved passwords, which means that they are stored in plain text. This makes them vulnerable to interception by malicious actors.
Syncing across devices: Some web browsers allow you to sync saved passwords across multiple devices. While this may be convenient, it also means that if one device is compromised, all of your saved passwords are at risk.
If this is not even setup, or you are not aware of the account used to set it up, then you could easily lose all passwords
Overall, it’s best to use a password manager to securely store and manage your passwords. Password managers encrypt your passwords and often have additional security features such as two-factor authentication.
