Before you can create or use passkeys on your Android device, you need to ensure Google Password Manager is enabled. Google Password Manager is Android’s built-in password and credential manager that securely stores and syncs your passkeys across all your devices.
This guide applies to all Android devices, including those from Samsung, Google Pixel, Xiaomi, Infinix, Vivo, Tecno, OnePlus and other manufacturers running Android 9 or later.
Why Google Password Manager is Required
Google Password Manager is essential for passkeys on Android devices because:
Securely stores your passkeys.
Syncs your passkeys across all your Android and Chrome devices.
Enables seamless sign-in without traditional passwords.
Steps to Enable Google Password Manager
Follow these simple steps to enable Google Password Manager on your Android device:
Enable Google Password Manager
Open Settings
Tap Google (for Samsung devices, tap Google & Accounts > Google).
Select Manage your Google Account.
Navigate to the Security tab.
Scroll down to Password Manager.
Ensure Use Google Password Manager is enabled.
Enable Autofill for Passkeys
Open Settings.
Tap System > Languages & input > Autofill service.
Select Google (for Samsung users, go to General Management > Autofill service > Google).
Verifying Google Password Manager is Working
To ensure Google Password Manager is properly enabled:
Open Settings > Google > Security > Password Manager.
Check that your passkeys are being stored.
Try signing in to Kuda Business mobile or web app using a passkey.
Locating Your Passkeys
To find your saved passkeys on your Android device:
Open Settings on your Android device.
Navigate to Google > Manage your Google Account.
Go to the Security tab.
Scroll down and tap on Password Manager. Your passkeys are displayed here alongside saved passwords and may have a unique icon or label.
Alternatively, you can search for "Passkeys" in the Settings search bar to locate the relevant section.
Troubleshooting
If you're having trouble enabling Google Password Manager:
Ensure you’re signed in to your Google Account.
Check your internet connection, as passkey syncing requires internet access.
Ensure your Android OS is updated to the latest version.
Restart your phone if the toggle won’t stay enabled.
Check Google’s System Status to ensure services are operational.
For Samsung users, check Samsung Pass settings to ensure it does not interfere with Google Password Manager.
Ensure Google Account Sync is enabled by checking Settings > Google > Backup & Sync.
Additional Information
Enabling Google Password Manager won’t affect your existing passwords or accounts.
Your data in Google Password Manager is encrypted and secure.
Passkeys work with Chrome and compatible apps on all Android devices.
Once enabled, you won’t need to configure it again unless you reset your device or change Google accounts.
Managing Google Account Passkeys
To manage passkeys specifically linked to your Google Account:
Open Settings on your device.
Navigate to Google > Manage your Google Account.
Go to the Security tab.
Scroll down to the section labeled How You Sign in to Google.
Tap on Passkeys. Here, you can view and manage passkeys created for signing into your Google Account.
Recovering Passkeys on a New Device
If you lose your device or get a new one, you can still access your passkeys:
Sign in with the same Google Account you used to create your passkeys.
Your passkeys are automatically synced across devices when using the same Google Account.
Follow the steps above to locate and use your passkeys on the new device.
Ensure Google Account sync is properly configured on your new device.