How to Easily Delete Saved Logins & Passwords in the Passwords App

Old, unused accounts? They’re a security risk. In this lesson about the free Apple Passwords app, learners will see how to delete outdated passwords—keeping their saved logins nice and organized. This lesson is part of Unscammable Essentials Phase 2.

Author

Linda Fawcus
February 05, 2025

What You’ll Teach

In this lesson, you’ll guide students through:

  • Why Cleaning Up Old Logins Matters: The risks of keeping outdated or unused credentials.

  • How to Delete Saved Logins: Step-by-step instructions for removing old or incorrect passwords.

  • Recovering Mistakenly Deleted Passwords: How the “Recently Deleted” folder works and when it’s too late to restore.

Lesson Preview Video

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Lesson Plan

Here's a brief lesson plan that outlines each step of the lesson. You’ll find all the details clearly laid out on the slides.

Objective of this lesson: Teach learners how to delete outdated or unnecessary logins from the Apple Passwords app to keep their account list organized.

  1. Begin by explaining:

    • What’s the Passwords app? The Passwords app stores your login details securely. Deleting outdated logins helps keep it tidy and secure.

    • Why does it matter? Removing unused or incorrect logins reduces clutter and ensures you only see current, valid accounts.

  2. Have the group follow the included step-by-step instructions for this skill.

  3. Try the included “Get Hands On” activities.

  4. Discuss the suggested Gluu Tips.

  5. Cover off glossary terms where needed.

  6. Check what your students have learned by referring to the “Check What You Know” slide. Now is a good time to pause for questions.

  7. Help learners use QR code to download student resources for all lessons in this phase.

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