Is copying passwords to clipboard safe?

No. Any running app can read clipboard contents. Use password manager auto-fill instead.

What apps can see my clipboard?

On desktop: any running app. On mobile: any active app. Some apps specifically monitor clipboard for 'features'.

Use password manager with auto-fill. On iOS 14+, watch for notifications. Never copy passwords.

Yes—unless you deny permission. Browsers allow JavaScript clipboard reads. Deny untrusted sites.

Password manager browser extension with auto-fill. Bypasses clipboard entirely.

Infinitely safer. Encrypted storage, auto-fill without clipboard, 2FA support.

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