Safari Preferences: Passwords Locked

If you own multiple Apple devices, you're probably aware of how convenient it is to keep all your Safari website usernames and passwords, credit card information, and Wi-Fi network information up-to-date across all devices. This is where iCloud Keychain comes in handy. With Keychain Access, users can manage certificates issued by trusted organizations to validate websites, documents, or other web-based materials.

By default, iutoFill is turned on in Safari, which means you'll see a prompt from Keychain Access every time you visit a website asking if you'd like to save the password to your keychain. This function not only stores passwords but also credit card numbers, bank account PINs, and secure notes that have been used online.

Keychain Access has a locked, encrypted container called 'keychain' where it stores account names and passwords for apps, servers, and online accounts. It retrieves this information on demand, making it easily accessible whenever you need it. As the built-in password manager for macOS, Keychain Access is designed to streamline workflow for Mac users.

However, for shared computers, Keychain Access can become a security threat. For this reason, system administrators should highly consider disabling it. To do so, click the Lock icon again to save your changes.

In today's digital age, having your social media accounts impersonated is a nightmare scenario. Cyber criminals are always on the lookout for personal information that can be used to personalize their phishing scams. To avoid falling prey to these scams, make sure you're taking steps to secure your online presence.

If you're using a different browser than Safari, the instructions are similar. For example, if you're using Google Chrome, click the Lock icon (lower left) and enter your Mac password before following the same steps.

To allow screen sharing on your Mac computer, you'll need to grant access to the 'Screen Recording' feature. To do so, click the Apple logo and select System Preferences. From there, scroll down and select Screen Sharing.

If you're using Safari as your default browser and joining video visits, make sure to set the screen sharing option in Safari's Websites preferences. For optimal results, ensure that your Mac system is updated to the latest version and that you have installed the latest version of your browser (e.g., Chrome).

By following these simple steps, you can keep your passwords locked and secure while also avoiding potential security threats.

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