How to Disable Windows Hello for Password Autofill in Chrome (2026 Guide)

To improve security, Google Chrome now supports biometric authentication when autofilling saved passwords. On devices running Windows Hello or macOS equivalents, Chrome may ask you to verify your identity using a fingerprint, face scan, or PIN before filling in login details.

While this adds protection—especially on shared PCs—it can quickly become annoying if you’re the only user and log into multiple accounts daily.

If you prefer a faster, uninterrupted experience, here’s how to turn it off.

Disable Windows Hello for Chrome Autofill

Follow these steps to remove biometric prompts when Chrome fills passwords:

Step 1: Open Chrome Settings

• Launch Google Chrome
• Click the three-dot menu (top-right corner)
• Select Settings

Step 2: Access Password Manager

• In the left sidebar, click Autofill and passwords
• Select Google Password Manager

Step 3: Open Settings Tab

• Inside Password Manager, click Settings (left panel)

Step 4: Turn Off Windows Hello Requirement

• Find the option:
  “Use Windows Hello when filling passwords”
• Toggle it OFF

Step 5: Confirm Your Identity

• A Windows Hello prompt will appear
• Verify using:
  • PIN
  • Fingerprint
  • Face recognition

This ensures only authorized users can disable the feature.

Step 6: Restart Chrome

• Close all Chrome windows
• Reopen the browser to apply changes fully

✅ Done! Chrome will now autofill passwords without asking for biometric confirmation each time.

Important Security Note

Even after disabling this feature:

• Chrome will still require authentication when you:
  • View saved passwords
  • Edit or export passwords

This behavior cannot be disabled and exists to protect sensitive data.

Optional: Reduce Prompts Without Fully Disabling Security

If you want a balance between convenience and security, you can tweak another setting.

Disable “Sign in automatically”

1. Go back to Password Manager → Settings
2. Find “Sign in automatically”
3. Turn it OFF

What this does:

• Chrome asks for authentication once per session
• No repeated prompts while browsing

💡 Tip: Fully close Chrome after use so the prompt appears again next time.

When Should You Keep Windows Hello Enabled?

You may want to keep it ON if:

• You share your computer
• You use a laptop in public places
• You store sensitive credentials (banking, work accounts)
• You want maximum security with minimal effort

Final Thoughts

Disabling Windows Hello for password autofill in Google Chrome is a simple tweak that can significantly improve your browsing flow—especially if you’re constantly logging into websites.

That said, it’s a trade-off between convenience and security. If you’re the sole user on a trusted device, turning it off makes sense. Otherwise, keeping it enabled provides an extra layer of protection that’s hard to beat.