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    This isn't specific to Edge, but any browser. And the answer is "there is nothing that prevents this". That's why being very careful about what browser extension you use is also important. Commented Aug 28, 2024 at 20:20
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    And that's not specific to browsers too: any software you run have ways to extract information from your systems. Commented Aug 28, 2024 at 20:21
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    And the OS too, for that matter. Commented Aug 28, 2024 at 20:22
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    And to make OP even more paranoid: the firmware running on your HDD, and the hardware inside your keyboard too. Commented Aug 28, 2024 at 20:29
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    The fact that most, if not all, browsers will by default ask if you want them to store your passwords and other credentials should make it obvious that they have access to them. Commented Aug 29, 2024 at 20:35