Google Chrome is rolling out a new autofill feature that can store and automatically fill in your driver’s license, passport, and vehicle details. This update means you no longer have to dig through your wallet or car for these numbers when filling out online forms.
This change is happening now across the world. It’s designed to save time and make online tasks, like booking travel or renewing registrations, much faster. But with more personal data stored in your browser, many people are asking: Is it safe?
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What Is Chrome’s Enhanced Autofill?
Google Chrome has always helped people fill in passwords, addresses, and payment info. Now, it can remember and fill in your passport, driver’s license number, and vehicle information like license plates and VINs. This new feature works with government forms, travel websites, and other places that ask for these details. When you enter the information once, Chrome will ask if you want to save it. Next time, Chrome can fill it in for you with a click [source].
Why Is Google Doing This Now?
People use their browsers for more and more tasks—renewing licenses, booking flights, paying taxes, and more. Chrome’s updated autofill aims to cut down the time spent on online forms. Google also wants to keep Chrome competitive as other browsers add smart features using AI. The update is live globally in every language as of November 2025 [TechCrunch].
How Does Chrome Keep Your Data Safe?
Chrome encrypts your sensitive info—like license and passport numbers—before saving it. This means only you, with your device and password, can access it. Chrome never fills in the data without asking first. You have to confirm before any saved info is entered into a site. Google says you stay in full control, and you can delete or edit these saved details whenever you want [Google Official Blog].
Extra Security Features
Chrome uses the same security for autofill as it does for passwords and payment cards. All data is protected with strong encryption. If you use Chrome Sync, your info is encrypted before it leaves your device. You can also set up a password or fingerprint for added protection when using autofill [Google Support].
What Should You Watch Out For?
Storing more personal data online means you need to be careful. If someone gets access to your browser or device, they could see your saved info. Experts recommend:
- Use a strong device password.
- Enable two-factor authentication for your Google account.
- Regularly check what info is saved in Chrome.
- Only use autofill on devices you trust.
Read more tips on keeping browser data safe.
How Does Chrome Compare to Other Browsers?
Other browsers like Firefox and Microsoft Edge also offer autofill, but most only handle addresses and payment info. Chrome’s new update goes further by including government IDs and vehicle data. Google says it will add support for even more types of forms soon [Android Central].
What Do Experts Think?
Security experts say Chrome’s encryption is strong, but no system is perfect. If your device is infected with malware or someone steals your computer, they could try to access saved data. Experts suggest only saving info you are comfortable storing and using browser security features [Ars Technica].
Conclusion
Chrome’s new autofill feature makes online forms faster and easier. It can save and fill in your passport, license, and vehicle info just like it does for passwords and addresses. Google uses encryption and asks for your permission before using your data. But with more personal info online, you need to keep your device secure and manage your saved data wisely. This feature could soon become standard for browsers everywhere—and it’s up to each user to balance convenience with safety.
For more details, read Google’s official announcement and expert reviews from TechCrunch, Ars Technica, and Android Central.
