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Whether you want to let someone else use your Netflix account or log into a website to view shopping lists, sharing a password can be a real pain. But you don't have to type and text the password! We'll show you how to easily and securely share a password with another iPhone user via AirDrop. Let's get started.
Related: How to Share Your Wi-Fi Password with a Nearby iPhone or iPad with Just a Tap
Why You’ll Love This Tip
- Securely and accurately share account passwords from your Apple devices.
- AirDrop passwords to avoid manually retyping long, complex logins.
- AirDropping a password means there's no written version of it that unintended others might find.
How to Share a Password with AirDrop
Read the steps below to learn how to share a password from iPhone to iPhone without any mistakes. For more handy AirDrop and iPhone tips, try our free Tip of the Day newsletter! Here's how to AirDrop a password to someone:
- Open the Settings app.
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- Select Passwords.
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- If Face ID is set up, you will be logged in automatically.
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- If Face ID is not set up or you have an older iPhone, you will be prompted to enter your password.
- Tap the name of the account for which you want to share the password.
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- Tap Password.
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- Select AirDrop.
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- If you don't see the AirDrop option, tap the Share icon at the top of the screen instead.
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- Tap the contact or device you want to share your password with.
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Your contact will receive a prompt, followed by the password you’re sharing. That’s all there is to it! In addition to passwords, you can also share photos using AirDrop. AirDrop is a fast and secure way to share items from your iPhone with your family and friends.
