Secure Firefox passwords with device sign-in

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To use this feature, make sure to update Firefox to version 127 or later Enabling device sign-in for managing passwords in Firefox enhances the security of your saved logins. When you or anyone attempts to use the edit, copy, or reveal (IG eye) button, you will be prompted to authenticate using voice, face camera, fingerprint login (when enabled), or operating system password. This prompt ensures that only authorized users can access or edit your logins.

This article applies to Firefox desktop on macOS and Windows.
OS authentication might be requested if you disable and then re-enable the Primary Password while OS authentication is enabled.

Enable/disable password authentication.

  1. On the top right of the Firefox window, click the menu button ☰.
  2. From the drop-down menu, select Settings.
  3. In the Settings tab, click the Privacy & Security tab on the left sidebar.
  4. Scroll down to the Logins and Passwords section and check the box next to Require device sign-in to fill and manage passwords.
    OS authentication setting
  5. Enter your operating system password or authenticate using voice, face camera, or fingerprint login (when enabled)
    Windows OS authenticationPassword authentication macOS
  6. To disable this feature, simply uncheck the box next to Require device sign-in to fill and manage passwords.

After entering your operating system password, the prompt will not be shown again until you reload the page or after five minutes pass. However, if you attempt to export passwords, the prompt will reappear regardless of the time elapsed.

What if I don't have an OS password?

  • Windows: If you aren't using a Windows password, you will not be prompted to enter it.
  • macOS: If you don't have a password, click the OK button twice to continue. Note: This is a known issue and will be fixed in a future update.
This feature is only supported on Windows and macOS 10.12+.

Device sign-in authentication is not designed to protect against sophisticated attackers who have local access to your computer.