Have you ever tried to save a password for a second account on the same website in Chrome, only to find it updates your existing login instead? It’s a common head-scratcher. You’re not doing anything wrong; this is actually how Chrome is designed to work by default. Let’s look at why this happens and what you can do about it.
The Reason Behind Chrome’s Single-Account Habit
Chrome’s primary goal is to simplify your login process. Its built-in password manager is designed to automatically fill in your credentials for a site. To do this, it typically associates one website with one set of login details. When you enter a new password for a site where you already have a saved login, Chrome assumes you are updating your credentials for that single account, not creating a second one. This keeps things straightforward for the most common use case of having one account per site.
How to Save Multiple Account Passwords in Chrome
Fortunately, you aren’t stuck with just one account. The trick is to make Chrome recognize the new login as separate. The next time you log into the second account, pay close attention when the password save prompt appears. Instead of just clicking “Save,” click the small dropdown arrow. This will reveal the username/email field. You can then confirm that Chrome has detected the correct new username before saving. This action tells Chrome that this is a distinct login for the same website.
When Chrome Might Still Get Confused
Sometimes, even with the correct steps, Chrome might not offer to save the second password. This can happen if you’re using a private browsing window, if you’ve turned off password saving, or if the website has a complex login structure that Chrome has trouble interpreting. In these cases, you can always manually add the password later by going to Settings > Autofill and passwords > Password Manager and clicking “Add” to enter the website, username, and password yourself.
While Chrome’s default behavior prioritizes simplicity, it’s perfectly capable of handling multiple accounts with a little guidance. By using the dropdown menu to confirm the new username, you can easily manage all your different logins without a hassle.
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