Whether you want a stronger password for enhanced security or have forgotten your current one, here’s our step-by-step guide on how to change your Google password.
This guide will provide insights into the following areas:
- How To Change Your Google Password
- How To Reset Your Google Password
- What Happens After Changing Your Password?
- Reasons for Changing Your Password
- Tips for Creating a Stronger Google Password
- FAQs
- Final Words
How To Change Your Google Password
If you want to change your password and set a stronger one, here’s how you can do it:
Desktop
Step 1: Open the Google account homepage and click Go to Google Account in the top right corner.
Go to Google Account.
Step 2: Sign in to your Google account using your credentials and click Next.
Sign in to your Google account using your credentials.
Step 3: Tap on Security on the left sidebar and scroll down until you see the How you sign in to Google section.
Click on Password under Security.
Step 4: Select Password.
Step 5: At this point, you’ll have to sign in again.
Step 6: Enter your new Google password and click on Change Password.
Enter new Google password.
Android
Step 1: Open Settings on your Android phone or tablet.
Step 2: Scroll down and click on Google.
Step 3: Select Manage your Google Account.
Tap manage your Google account under your username.
Step 4: Tap Security at the top.
Tap Security and then click on Password.
Step 5: Now, you’ll have to sign in again.
Step 6: Enter your new Google password and click on Change Password.
Note: When typing your Google password on mobile, the first letter won’t be case-sensitive.
iPhone and iPad
Step 1: Open the Gmail App on your iPad or iPhone.
Note: If you don’t have a Gmail account, go to myaccount.Google.com and follow the steps in the previous section.
Step 2: Click on your profile picture or initials in the top right corner.
Step 3: Tap Manage Your Google Account.
Step 4: Now select Personal Info.
Select Personal Info next to Home.
Step 5: Under basic info, tap Password mentioned below other info and preferences for Google services.
Tap on password to enter your new password.
Step 6: Enter your new password and click on Change Password.
How To Reset Your Google Password
If you have forgotten your Google password, then you won’t be able to access your account to change it. In that case, you can reset your account and password in the following ways:
Desktop
Step 1: Open any browser and go to Google Account Recovery.
Step 2: Enter your login ID or email address and click Next.
Step 3: Click on Try another way.
Click on try another way.
Step 4: Choose one option for how you want to sign in.
Choose how you want to recover your account.
Step 5: Answer security questions to verify your identity.
Step 6: After verifying your identity, you should receive an account recovery email.
Note: If you can’t find the recovery email, check your spam or bulk mail folder, add noreply@Google.co to your address book and then request another email. Make sure to check all emails associated with your Google account.
Step 7: Once you receive the recovery email, you can set a new Google password and recover your account.
Phone
Step 1: For Android users: Settings > Google > Manage Your Google Account > Password.
For iPhone or iPad users: Gmail > Manage Your Google Account > Personal Info > Password.
Step 2: Click on Try another way.
Step 3: Follow the on-screen steps to verify your identity.
Step 4: Now, you can set a new password.
Step 5: Enter your new password and tap Change Password.
Reset your password to recover your account.
What Happens After Changing the Password?
Once you’ve changed or reset your password, Google signs you out from all other devices with access to your account except:
- Devices that you’ve chosen as your recovery device. You’ll have to use these devices to verify your identity if you ever forget your password and need to recover your account.
- Any device that contains third-party apps with access to your Google account. However, you can manage your account’s access to these applications.
- Google Nest devices that are connected to your account to manage home devices.
Reasons for Changing Your Password
You might have to change or reset your Google password for various reasons, including:
- Update Password: It’s been a while since you last changed your password. Changing it once in a while is a good practice to keep your account safe and minimize the risk of being hacked and data breaches.
- Avoid Potential Data Breach: You’ve received information about a recent data breach or hacking incident where hackers might have acquired access to your account.
- Prevent Unauthorized Credential Access: You’re worried about a credential surfing attack and want to create a stronger password to safeguard your account.
- Act on Password Change Requests: Google might request that you change your password if they suspect someone is trying to steal your credentials or if there’s any suspicious activity in your account. If you receive a notification requesting you to change your password, make sure you comply as soon as possible to minimize risk.
- Reset Forgotten Password: You forgot your password and need to recover your account.
- Manage Third-Party App Access: You’ve recently removed access from a third-party app you no longer trust. It’s always better to change your Google password after removing permissions so they can’t access your account in the future.
Tips for Creating a Stronger Google Password
Change Password Regularly
Change your Google password regularly. Having the same password for a longer period increases the risk of exposure to malicious entities.
Use a Different Password Every Time
You shouldn’t use the same password on more than one platform. It can be easier to reuse a strong password but can become a vulnerability in instances like brute force attacks.
Enable Two-Step Verification
Consider enabling two-step verification to provide an extra layer of protection to your account and secure your digital assets.
Keep Your Device Locked
Remember that you can recover or access your account from the linked device. Always keep that device locked and protected with a pin or biometric lock.
Set Stronger Passwords
Use strong passwords that are hard to guess. You can take the help of applications and websites that generate strong passwords and securely store them, sparing you the need to memorize each one.
FAQs
How can I see my Google password?
It’s always recommended to memorize your passwords or keep them in a secure place. You can also save them in Google Password Manager and see them later.
Is my Google and Gmail password the same?
Yes, your Gmail and Google passwords are the same since your Gmail account is a part of your Google account.
How can I verify my Google account without my old phone?
Phone verification is just one option for recovering or verifying your Google account. You can choose More options or Try another way to verify your account through other modes like recovery email.
How can I recover my Gmail password through SMS?
If you forget your password, enter your phone number in Change Password Recovery Options and tap Save to receive an SMS code.
Can you create a Google account without verifying?
Unfortunately, Google doesn’t let you open an account if you’re using a non-Gmail account and do not verify first.
How often should I change my Google password?
It’s completely up to you to decide how often to change your password. We suggest changing it once every few months. However, if you suspect any breach attempts, change your password immediately.
How many times can I change my Google password?
Google doesn’t clearly limit how many times you can change your password. However, Google can lock your account if it suspects any unusual activities in your account. You should avoid changing your password multiple times a day, as Google can flag that as an unusual activity.
Final Words
Voila! You’ve successfully reset or changed your password. Remember to use a strong password and keep changing it once in a while to safeguard your account. We hope this guide provided you with a clear understanding of how to change your Google password. Did we miss any tips or tricks? Let us know in the comments below.
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