Gmail has more than one billion active users. Most use it as their primary email address, which is often connected to other accounts as well. Therefore, keeping it safe is especially important. Passwords are the first line of defines and everyone should change them from time to time. It's Internet Security 101, and since your email account is the most important, it's best to start there.
Here is a brief guide on how to change your Gmail password.
How to reset a Gmail password on a computer?
To change your password from any browser:
Go to your "Google Account".
Click "Security" on the left.
Under "Sign in to Google," choose "Password."
Sign in again and enter your new password.
Click "Change Password."
How to change a Gmail password on Android?
To change your password from an Android phone or tablet:
Go to your device's "Settings" > "Google" > "Manage your Google Account."
Select "Security" at the top.
Under "Sign in to Google," choose "Password."
Sign in again and enter your new password.
Tap "Change Password."
How to reset a Gmail password on iPhone and iPad?
To change your password from an iPhone or iPad:
Open the Gmail app and tap your profile photo at the top right.
Tap "Manage your Google Account" and select "Personal information."
Under "Profile", choose "Password".
Sign in again and enter your new password.
Tap "Change Password."
Please note that you will be automatically logged out of all your devices once you change your password.
How to reset a forgotten Gmail password?
To reset a forgotten Gmail password:
Visit the Gmail recovery page.
Enter your email address and click "Next."
Because you forgot your password, click "Try another way."
Gmail will allow you to choose how you want to receive the recovery code if you have set up a recovery phone number associated with your account. Choose between "Text" and "Call."
If you don't have your phone with you, you can click "I don't have my phone" at the bottom and continue to step six.
If you have another email associated with your Gmail account, Google will allow you to receive the recovery code in that email. Click "Submit."
If you do not have access to the recovery email account or have not set up your recovery phone, you will need to click "Try another way." Google will then ask you for an alternative email address that you can access. The Google team will evaluate your situation individually and determine where they can help you recover your account.
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Reset Gmail Password
Posted - Sep 13 2023 : 02:04:59
