Google is developing a new feature for the Chrome browser to help users set strong passwords directly on the browser. The Google Chrome browser on all platforms displays a password indicator to show the strength of the password. The new password indicator feature will be built into the browser, meaning users won’t have to rely on third-party solutions.
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Browser extensions such as LastPass, 1Password, etc. are currently guiding users to set strong passwords, but many users do not understand and use these extensions. Therefore, the built-in password indicator would be more convenient. Also, users feel more secure when using built-in solutions.
Leopeva64 spotted the “Password Strength Indicator” flag in the latest Google Chrome version, which is proof enough that Google is actively working on the feature. As described in flags, when registering or changing the current password, a password indicator pops up to remind you how healthy the password is. Google describes the feature as follows:
“Password Strength Indicator
Enables password strength indicator when typing a password during a sign-up and password change flows.”
The feature is expected to work on all desktop platforms, including macOS, Windows, ChromeOS, and Linux. When the feature is enabled, Google Chrome will warn users when they enter simple passwords that contain only numeric values. Password indicators may guide users through the process of setting strong passwords.
Meanwhile, big tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and Apple are working to create “passwordless” solutions to eliminate the need for passwords. A “passwordless” solution means that users must authenticate using biometrics. Google is working on a “passkey” that could replace passwords in Chrome.
