Chrome Expands Autofill to Passports, Licenses, and Vehicle Details

Google updates Chrome’s enhanced autofill to handle passports, driver’s licenses, and vehicle IDs like VINs, with opt-in confirmation and encryption.

Chrome is getting an upgrade aimed at making online forms less painful. Google has rolled out a new autofill enhancement that promises to handle more than just addresses and passwords.

In an official announcement, the company said the update will make Chrome “even more helpful” while keeping user data private and secure, as part of its broader effort to simplify everyday browsing.

Smarter forms, less friction

Chrome’s latest update extends autofill to cover official IDs, including passports, drivers’ licenses, and even vehicle details such as license plates or VINs. It also enhances Chrome’s ability to read and complete messy or inconsistent web forms, so users spend less time correcting fields that don’t fit.

Google said the feature will remain off until turned on manually. Information ...