Recover lost passwords in Firefox browser
If you notice that after updating your Firefox browser saved logins and passwords are no longer visible in ‘saved logins’ dialog window, try this: Firefox supports the saving of passwords and logins in an attempt to improve the sign-in process on websites.
1] Access Firefox profile folder
Firefox saves the data in the file logins.json located inside the Firefox profile folder. So, launch the Firefox browser and type ‘about:support‘.
Find the ‘Open folder’ link to open the profile folder.
2] Rename the logins.json.corrupt file
Close Firefox and see if the file named as logins.json.corrupt is visible to you.
If yes, rename the file to logins.json. This will fix the problem for you. Start Firefox. You should be able to see the saved passwords again.
3] Use Password Restore for AVG Internet Security
The Password Protection feature of AVG security software may cause logins and passwords stored in Firefox to disappear after updates to Firefox. This extension restores saved passwords and logins without hassles. However, to make this extension work ensure your AVG Internet Security software is up to date, then install this extension. When done, the extension accesses your passwords and recovers them instantly. Get AVG Internet Security Firefox add-on. I hope this helps. TIP: PasswordFox is a Firefox Password Recovery Tool to recover forgotten passwords
