GoKawiilChrome autofill will pull details like confirmation numbers from Gmail
Google announced an update to Chrome's autofill feature that uses AI to scan users' Gmail for information like flight confirmation numbers, membership IDs, tracking numbers, addresses and phone numbers to fill out online forms. The feature, part of Google's Personal Intelligence suite that also powers Gemini, is opt-in and rolling out to U.S. desktop users and the iOS and Android Gemini-in-Chrome apps, with Google saying sensitive data is encrypted.
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The update extends Google's push to embed Gemini-driven personal data access across its products, which could make Chrome more convenient while also encouraging users to keep more of their activity inside Google's ecosystem. It mirrors Apple's one-tap verification code feature, suggesting browser makers see small convenience tools as a way to build everyday habit and loyalty rather than relying on major redesigns.
- Chrome's enhanced autofill will reference Gmail content to suggest form data like order numbers and addresses.
- The feature is an expansion of Google's Personal Intelligence system that already powers Gemini's ability to answer questions using connected Google apps.
- It's opt-in, encrypts sensitive data, and is currently rolling out to U.S. desktop users and Gemini-in-Chrome mobile apps.
Source: techcrunch.com — Sarah Perez, 2026-10-28
Published there as: “Chrome’s AI-powered Autofill can now dig through your Gmail to fill out forms”
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