How to Give Password in Selenium Webdriver

Introduction

When using Selenium Webdriver for automated testing, one common task is providing passwords securely. In this blog post, we will discuss different methods to handle passwords in Selenium Webdriver.

Using sendKeys() Method

The simplest way to provide a password in Selenium Webdriver is by using the sendKeys() method to directly send the password to the password field:

driver.findElement(By.id("passwordField")).sendKeys("YourPasswordHere");

Using Secure Methods

For more secure password handling, you can store the password in an encrypted format and decrypt it during runtime. You can use libraries like Jasypt for encryption and decryption:

// Encrypt the password String encryptedPassword = encrypt("YourPasswordHere"); // Decrypt the password during runtime String password = decrypt(encryptedPassword);

Using External Files

Another approach is to store the password in an external file (like a properties file) and read it during runtime:

Properties props = new Properties(); props.load(new FileInputStream("password.properties")); String password = props.getProperty("password");

Conclusion

Handling passwords securely in Selenium Webdriver is crucial for maintaining the integrity of your automated tests. By utilizing the methods mentioned above, you can ensure that your passwords are kept safe and encrypted during runtime.