How to copy password details on a Mac

A step by step guide on copying a user name or password in the Apple password manager on a Mac.

Oscar de la Hera Gomez
Written by Oscar de la Hera Gomez
First published on 01/01/2024 at 16:25
Last Updated on 01/02/2024 at 09:40
<p>A flower that represents Apple with the text "Copy Username or Password" beneath it.</p>

A step by step guide on copying a user name or password in the Apple password manager on a Mac.

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Step One: Access the Password Manager

<p>A screenshot of a MacBook desktop showing the System Settings app with the passwords option selected. The password has been successfully entered and the passwords are now visible and selectable.</p>

Open the System Settings App, select Passwords and enter your password.

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Step Two: Search for the App or Website

<p>A screenshot of a MacBook desktop showing the System Settings app with the password manager open. Highlighted at the top in the center is the search field.</p>

Using the search bar, search for the website domain or app that you are looking to copy the details for.

Step Three: Copy

<p>A screenshot of a MacBook desktop showing the System Settings app with the password manager open. The passwords have been filtered for "example" which produced a single result. Highlighted is how if you right click on the password you can copy the user name, password or website.</p>

Right click on the password and select copy username, copy password or copy website.

Looking to learn more about passwords and the Apple ecosystem ?

Search our blog to find educational content on the Apple ecosystem or consult our password guide using the links below.

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