The Great Password Caper: Unearthing Your Secret Stash on macOS Big Sur
Ah, passwords. Those pesky guardians of our online identities, sometimes remembered like yesterday's lunch, other times buried deeper than a pirate's treasure. Fear not, fellow forgetful friend! For on this glorious day, we embark on a quest to liberate your forgotten passwords from the clutches of macOS Big Sur.
Gone in 60 Seconds (or Less!)
Forget spending hours combing through dusty code like some digital Indiana Jones. Big Sur offers a delightfully simple solution: System Settings.
- Click the Apple up in that top left corner. Think of it as your digital treasure map.
- Set sail for System Settings.
- Behold! A bounty of options awaits. But fear not, for we seek the chest marked "Passwords".
Avast! You may be prompted to enter your Mac password or use Touch ID. This is just your first mate, the gatekeeper, ensuring only worthy adventurers proceed.
Now, my friend, you're presented with a treasure trove of websites and apps, each a potential password island. Simply select the one you desire, and with a click of your mighty mouse, "Show Details" reveals the secret within!
But wait! There be security hazards lurking! This password booty is best viewed in the privacy of your own cabin (read: don't let shoulder surfers peek!). Once you've plundered your prize, remember to click away and batten down the hatches (close the window).
Level Up: For the Extra Savvy Scallywag
For those who prefer a more traditional treasure hunt, there be an alternative path: Keychain Access. This be a program hidden away in the Applications folder, deep within the Utilities folder. A daring delve, but for the seasoned password retriever, a walk in the park!
Once opened, navigate to the "Passwords" tab. Here you'll find a list of your secrets, just waiting to be unearthed. Double-click on your chosen website and tick the box marked "Show password". But remember, matey, use this power wisely!
Important booty alert! These methods only work for passwords saved by Safari or other programs that use the macOS keychain. If you're a swashbuckler of the online seas who uses a separate password manager, you'll need to consult its own treasure map for those secrets.
Frequently Asked Questions for the Forgetful Buccaneer:
How to Find Wi-Fi Passwords?
Fear not, landlubber! These be stored separately. Look in your System Preferences under "Network".
How to Add a New Password?
When prompted to save a password by Safari (or another program), simply check the box that says "Remember password on this keychain". Easy peasy!
How to Delete a Password?
In System Settings or Keychain Access, select the password and hit "Delete Password". But be warned, there's no going back once you walk the plank!
How to Keep my Passwords Safe?
Enable two-factor authentication whenever possible and consider using a strong, unique password for each website.
How to Never Forget My Passwords Again?
There be no magic formula, me hearties. But a password manager can be a powerful tool to keep your digital treasure trove organized.
And so, our password plundering adventure comes to a close. May your online travels be smooth sailing, and your login woes a thing of the past!
