CredentialManagement
Credential management refers to the systems and interfaces that store, manage, and retrieve user credentials, such as usernames, passwords, tokens, and cryptographic keys. The goal is to improve security and user experience by enabling safe storage, autofill, and reuse across apps and services while reducing insecure practices like password reuse. In web environments, credential management spans browser-integrated password managers, operating system vaults, and standardized application programming interfaces that coordinate between sites and identity providers.
The Credential Management API is a W3C standard that provides a consistent interface for web applications
Usage patterns typically involve a user creating an account or logging in on a site, with the
Security considerations: The API relies on explicit user consent and secure channels. It can reduce password
Relation to broader standards: Credential management is associated with W3C specifications for the Credential Management API