How to Delete Old Passwords & Accounts from iPhone & iPad

When using iCloud Keychain on your iPhone and iPad, you may find yourself in a situation where you need to delete old passwords and accounts stored on the device. This could be due to incorrect or outdated password information, which can cause issues when trying to log in to a service or website.

Fortunately, deleting old passwords and accounts from your iPhone and iPad is a straightforward process that can be completed manually. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to delete old passwords and accounts stored on iCloud Keychain.

Why Delete Old Passwords & Accounts?

Occasionally, it's necessary to clean house and delete old accounts, logins, and passwords from your iPhone and iPad. This is because login information can change entirely, either with new emails, passwords, or accounts altogether. Furthermore, some login details may not be updated consistently, which means one or more of your accounts stored on Keychain could still be using an old password.

How iCloud Keychain Works

iCloud Keychain is a convenient feature that automatically fills out log-in details, credit card information, Wi-Fi passwords, and more when you visit a web page recognized by the app. This eliminates the need to type out any information to login, making it easier and faster to access your accounts.

As iCloud Keychain is built into iOS and iPadOS, iPhone and iPad users don't need to rely on third-party apps like Dashlane, 1Password, or LastPass to manage their passwords. Instead, they can use the native password management feature that stores account log-in details and other information for easy login, keeping the data secure with Face ID, Passcode, or Touch ID authentication.

Deleting Old Passwords & Accounts

To delete old passwords and accounts from your iPhone and iPad:

1. Go to Settings > 'your name' > iCloud > Keychain.

2. Tap on 'Password & Security.'

3. Scroll down to the 'Old Accounts' section.

4. Select the account you want to delete by tapping on it.

5. Tap on 'Delete Account.'

6. Confirm that you want to delete the account.

Repeat these steps for each old password and account you want to delete from your iPhone and iPad.

By regularly deleting old passwords and accounts from your iPhone and iPad, you can ensure that your login information is up-to-date and secure. This will prevent any potential issues when trying to log in to services or websites using iCloud Keychain.

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