How to Access Keychain Passwords on Mac

Accessing Keychain Passwords on Mac

If you're a Mac user, you've probably come across the Keychain, which securely stores your passwords, certificates, and other sensitive information. Accessing your Keychain passwords on Mac is a useful skill to have, especially if you need to retrieve a password for a website or application. Here's how you can do it:

1. Open the Keychain Access app. You can find this in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder, or simply use Spotlight to search for it.
2. Once Keychain Access is open, you'll see a list of all the items stored in your Keychain. To view passwords, select 'Passwords' from the Category section on the left.
3. You can now scroll through the list of passwords to find the one you need. Double click on the password entry to view more details.
4. To view the password, tick the 'Show password' box and enter your Mac user account password when prompted. This will reveal the password associated with the selected entry.
5. You can also use the search bar in Keychain Access to quickly find a specific password by typing in keywords related to the account or website.

Remember to always keep your Mac secure by using strong, unique passwords and enabling two-factor authentication whenever possible. Regularly updating your Keychain passwords is also a good practice to ensure maximum security.