Change or reset your Gmail password

It is always a good time to change your Gmail password. In fact, it’s always good to change your password regularly for security reasons. To start, we don’t know when a security breach might occur, according to a hacker it could compromise your account, and we could continue.

To make sure your Gmail messages and account settings remain private, change your Gmail password every few months.

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How to change forgotten Gmail password

If you can’t remember your Gmail password and think you’ve tried every possible combination, it may be time to reset your Gmail password if you want to re-access those precious emails.

1. Log in to https://accounts.google.com/signin/recovery .
2. Enter the email address you are trying to access and click “Forgot password”.
3. In the prompt that appears, enter the last password you remember to use with this Google account. Enter the password, then click “Forward”. Don’t worry if you’re wrong; it will not block your account.
4. Request a verification code from your linked mobile number. Google sends this code via a text message or a call to the number linked to your account, depending on which one you select.
5. Enter the code from the previous step in the field.
6. You should be able to create a new password and you will be prompted once it is successful.

If you no longer have access to that phone number, you will need to answer other security questions. Google doesn’t ask you security questions like the name of your first pet.

Instead, it relies on email and phone number recovery methods. Google will send the verification code of the linked recovery email. Enter this code in the box.

How to recover Google account without phone number or email

Suppose you don’t remember any of your security details, like your linked recovery email, or you no longer have access to your phone number. If so, it will be incredibly difficult to reset your password.

We recommend two things if this scenario occurs. First, make sure you set up two-factor authentication and link your email address to a phone number you’ll always use.

Secondly, choose a good free or paid password manager that will keep your passwords safe and continuously accessible. In this way, you will never lose your password and you can easily find it using the application.

Finally, set the function of backup codes and keep them in a safe place. Google allows users to have ten backup codes at the same time. This step is useful when you get stuck. If you lose your codes at any time, getting new ones will erase the old ones for added security.

How to change Gmail password

If you already know your current password and can log into your account, resetting it is as easy as clicking a link.

1. Log in to myaccount.google.com.
2. Click “Safety” in the menu on the left, scroll down to the “Sign in to Google” section.
3. click on “Password”, then enter your current password if required.
4. Enter the new password and confirm it, then click “CAMBIA PASSWORD”.

How to recover Gmail password

Unfortunately, accessing a compromised Gmail account can be particularly difficult. This is because the hacker may have changed your contact information or backup email address.

With all the security features of Gmail, includingGoogle 2-factor authentication (2FA), experience has taught us that a Gmail account is not impenetrable. Assuming your account has been hacked, your password and contact information may have changed, don’t panic. Google has a website for this.

The first thing to do (assuming you’ve already tried the password reset instructions above) is to visit the account recovery. Google asks you a series of questions that you will be able to answer since the account is yours.

Here are some other tips to help you recover your account using the recovery tool:

• Use a familiar device, be it a smartphone, a browser on a computer, or even a tablet. If you used your Gmail account on that device, go back to that device to reset.
• Capitalization and punctuation make a difference when entering security questions. Try capitalizing the first few letters or typing all lowercase if you fail the first time. Google’s recovery answers are case-sensitive, which can make things particularly difficult.
• When you choose to use your last password, Google will ask for the last one you used, but many people have found that older passwords work fine too.
• When using your recovery email account, use the same recovery email you had before the account was hacked.

Note that you can use this tool more than once. If you didn’t succeed the first time, try again but with different versions of your security answers.

Frequent questions

How often should I change my Gmail password?

Some security experts say you should change your password every three months. While it’s not a terrible idea, you don’t necessarily have to change your account password that often.

For starters, stop using the same password for all accounts. If one account is hacked, they will all be hacked. Use a unique password consisting of approximately fifteen characters, numbers and letters. You can also create an algorithm for each password so that it is easier to remember.

So, keep all your contact information up to date and check it frequently. With notifications, backup email addresses, 2FA and text alerts, you’ll be notified instantly as long as your contact information is up to date.

I can’t get the 2FA code, so what else can I do?

If you cannot receive a “2FA” code, the account recovery tool will guide you as a replacement. It’s worth noting that if the account recovery tool doesn’t work, Google suggests creating a completely new Gmail account. Unfortunately, you will need to update the credentials on every external service you used the old one for (account logins, banking, etc.).

How can I contact Google?

Google doesn’t have a support team to help you with free accounts (in this case, your Gmail account). So, it’s NOT as simple as making a phone call for help.

Google provides two links for further access assistance. The first is the Service center and the second is the recovery form. While neither will allow you to talk to a person, they can both help you recover or reset your Gmail password.

I don’t have the password, phone number or backup email. Is there anything else I can do?

This question is widespread and requires thinking outside the box. The first step is to check your devices unless you can browse through Google’s security questions, including the exact date you created your account. Is the account still active on an old smartphone, laptop or tablet? If you’re signed in on another device, you can’t use the option, but you can update your security settings.

After that, are you unable to access your backup email? Whether you’re using a Gmail account or another email client, complete the password reset procedure on that account and try signing in to Gmail again.

In fact, there are other ways to get back into your account, but it might take some fnatasia on your part. Otherwise, you’ll need to create a new Gmail account.