The topic Chrome Autofill rolling out deeper Google Wallet integration is currently the subject of lively discussion — readers and analysts are keeping a close eye on developments.
This is taking place in a dynamic environment: companies’ decisions and competitors’ reactions can quickly change the picture.
Google is introducing deeper integration between Google Wallet and Chrome Autofill to further streamline the experience of filling out forms on the web, like flight check-ins or parking payments.
The first update to Chrome Autofill brings support for “more complex data types,” like flight details, vehicle license plates, and VINs, to Android and iOS after it came to desktop last year.
What’s new for desktop and mobile today is deeper Google Wallet integration. This allows Chrome to “automatically fill forms using data that’s stored in your Google Wallet.” This includes driver’s license details, passport information, and your Known Traveler Number.
Chrome will offer to save that information to Google Wallet the first time you enter it on a website if it’s not already stored.
Google “will only save or fill your information with your permission,” with that sensitive data encrypted.
You can manage and update what’s saved in Google Wallet settings. Open a pass (like your digital passport ID) for the “Use private pass across Google” settings toggle near the bottom of the page.
There’s also an updated “Autofill and passwords” menu in Chrome settings. Replacing the current “Passwords and Autofill” category, there are categories for:
This new settings page is rolling out with Chrome 150 for Android.