Chrome's autocomplete feature takes a major leap forward: from now on, the desktop browser is able to save and fill passport numbers, driver's license and vehicle details in a guided and more reliable way on the web.
The new product arrives with a global rollout and in all languages, designed for streamline procedures common in travel portals, insurance companies or dealerships, with less copy and paste and fewer errors in long or multi-step forms.
What changes in Chrome's autocomplete?
Starting with this update, Chrome better identifies the multi-page forms and the less common fields present on booking sites, claims or vehicle registrations, placing each piece of data in its place with greater precision.
Furthermore, before filling in any sensitive information, the browser displays a dialog box for you to confirm the approval stepNothing happens without your approval: you will have control over when and where what you have saved is used.
- Passport.: detection of typical fields such as number and expiry date to expedite international procedures and reservations.
- Driving license: auto-completion of the license number in procedures that require it.
- Vehicle: license plate support and vehicle identification number (VIN) in processes with insurance companies or dealerships.
- Improved field recognition on portals with unconventional designs to reduce filling errors.
Privacy, permissions, and encryption
Google emphasizes that this data is only stored with your explicit permissionWhen you first enter document information, Chrome will ask if you want to save it for later use.
Storage is done locally in the browser, and if you enable synchronization, it's backed up to your account. encryption, in line with the Google Wallet identity verificationIn any case, the information remains protected and under your control, preventing unauthorized access.
Before auto-completing a sensitive field, the system requests a additional verification so you can review the content and the website where it will be used. That way, Nothing is filled without you.even if the site tries to suggest autosave.
In the European context, Chrome follows criteria consistent with data protection regulations, prioritizing the minimization and user control on personal information, a basis compatible with the GDPR and with verification initiatives such as the verification with selfie and ID.
Availability and use cases in Spain and Europe
The feature begins rolling out to users starting today. desk Worldwide and in all languages. It can be activated as soon as it appears in the Chrome settings panel, without the need for additional extensions.
In Spain and the rest of Europe, the impact will be felt in everyday tasks: airline websites, insurance comparison sites, and car-related procedures, with less repetitive typing and a lower risk of mistakes.
It will also help in processes that frequently require official identification, from organizing trips to dealing with insurance companies or dealerships, reducing friction in flight bookings and policy registrations and the risks of cyber fraud networks.
It is advisable to ensure that the documents are up to date in the browser to avoid form rejections; keep updated documents improves the success rate of online applications.
How to activate, edit, or delete the data
The option appears in Chrome's settings menu under Autofill; from there you can activate the feature, add documents, or edit or delete at any time.
- Open Chrome and go to Settings → Autofill and passwords.
- Locate the option Advanced autocomplete (Enhanced Autofill) and activate it.
- Add your identification information (for example: passport, driver's license and vehicle) when the browser requests it.
- To edit or delete items, enter the section and use the menu for each piece of data to edit entries.
If you prefer, you can clear all autocomplete from More tools → Clear browsing databy selecting “Form autofill”. Note that this does not remove Google Pay payment methods nor addresses stored in that service.
What does Google plan to add in the short term?
The company anticipates that it will add more in the coming months. new categories Compatible with advanced autocomplete, expanding coverage in demanding forms and with diverse formats.
Until that expansion arrives, it is advisable to use the function where it provides a clear time saving and always maintain the final check as a safeguard for sensitive documents.
With this update, Chrome reinforces its role as a practical tool for digital procedures: it auto-fills official documents, requests permission and confirms each entry, and offers controls to edit or delete saved information, helping to save time and reduce errors in the web.