How to View the Saved Password in Internet Explorer
Are you looking to retrieve a password that you have saved in Internet Explorer? Whether you’ve forgotten the password or need to share it with someone else, viewing saved passwords in Internet Explorer is a straightforward process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to view the saved passwords in Internet Explorer on both Windows and Mac operating systems.
Steps to View Saved Passwords in Internet Explorer on Windows
1. Open Internet Explorer on your Windows computer.
2. Click on the gear icon located in the upper-right corner of the browser window to access the Settings menu.
3. Select “Internet Options” from the dropdown menu.
4. In the Internet Options window, navigate to the “Security” tab.
5. Click on “Settings” under the “Security” tab.
6. In the “Security Settings” dialog box, scroll down and find the “Passwords” section.
7. Click on “Show” to reveal the list of saved passwords.
8. Enter the password for your Windows user account when prompted.
9. You will now see a list of websites with their corresponding saved passwords. Click on the “Show” button next to a website to reveal its password.
Steps to View Saved Passwords in Internet Explorer on Mac
1. Open Internet Explorer on your Mac computer.
2. Click on the “Tools” menu located in the upper-left corner of the browser window.
3. Select “Internet Options” from the dropdown menu.
4. In the Internet Options window, navigate to the “Content” tab.
5. Click on “Certificates” and then “View Certificates”.
6. In the “Certificates” window, click on the “Trusted Root Certification Authorities” folder.
7. Double-click on the “Microsoft Root Certificate Authority” to expand it.
8. Find the “Internet Explorer” folder and double-click on it.
9. You will now see a list of websites with their corresponding saved passwords. Double-click on a website to view its password.
Additional Tips
– To make it easier to find specific passwords, you can sort the list of saved passwords by website name or username.
– If you have multiple user accounts on your computer, you may need to log in with the appropriate user account to view the saved passwords.
– Keep in mind that viewing saved passwords can pose a security risk, so ensure that you are the only person with access to your computer.
By following these steps, you should now be able to view the saved passwords in Internet Explorer on both Windows and Mac operating systems. If you encounter any issues, make sure to check for any updates or patches for your Internet Explorer browser.
