Here’s how to use the iCloud Keychain on your Apple devices:
How to set up the iCloud Keychain
To set up the iCloud Keychain, you must enable it on all your Apple devices. You can do this by following these steps:
On your iPhone or iPad:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap your name at the top of the screen.
3. Select iCloud.
4. Scroll down and select Keychain.
5. Turn on the toggle for iCloud Keychain.
6. If prompted, enter your Apple ID password, and follow the on-screen instructions for verification.
On your Mac:
1. Click on the Apple icon on the top left corner of your screen.
2. Select System Preferences.
3. Select Apple ID from the list of options.
4. Click on iCloud.
5. Look for Keychain and click on the checkbox next to it.
6. If prompted, enter your Apple ID password, and follow the on-screen instructions for verification.
How to save passwords to the iCloud Keychain
Once you have enabled the iCloud Keychain, you can start saving your passwords and other login credentials. When you sign in to a website or app, your device will prompt you to save the password to the iCloud Keychain. You can also manually add passwords to the iCloud Keychain by following these steps:
On your iPhone or iPad:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap Passwords & Accounts.
3. Select Website & App Passwords.
4. Touch the “+” icon to add a new password.
5. Enter the website or app name, your login credentials, and any relevant information.
6. Tap Done.
On your Mac:
1. Launch the Keychain Access app.
2. Click on the “+” sign in the bottom left corner of the app and select “New Password Item.”
3. Enter the website or app name, your login credentials, and any relevant information.
4. Click Add.
How to your passwords on the iCloud Keychain
You can view your saved passwords and other login credentials on any device that’s connected to your iCloud account. Here’s how to access your passwords:
On your iPhone or iPad:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap Passwords & Accounts.
3. Select Website & App Passwords.
4. Use Face ID, Touch ID, or enter your device passcode to access your saved passwords.
On your Mac:
1. Go to the Keychain Access app.
2. Select Passwords from the sidebar.
3. Find the website or app for which you want to access the password and double-click on it.
4. You may need to enter your Mac password or use Touch ID to view the password.
How to use the iCloud Keychain to store credit card information
The iCloud Keychain can also store your credit card information, it easier for you to make purchases online. Here’s how to use the iCloud Keychain to store your credit card information:
On your iPhone or iPad:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap Safari.
3. Select Autofill.
4. Toggle on “Credit Cards” and fill in your credit card details.
On your Mac:
1. Go to the Safari app.
2. Select Preferences.
3. Click on the “Autofill” tab.
4. Check the box “Credit cards” and fill in your credit card details.
Conclusion
The iCloud Keychain is a useful tool that can help you manage your passwords and credit card information across all your Apple devices. With the iCloud Keychain, you can safely store and access your sensitive information without having to remember multiple login credentials. Setting up the iCloud Keychain is easy, and you can start using this feature today to protect your personal data.