Show If you've misplaced your Gmail password, don't worry, there's a way you can reset it and get access to your account. Here's how to do exactly that. If you switch to a new device or update your app, you'll probably need to sign in to your Gmail account again, which is impossible without your password. If you forget your Gmail password, don't worry. You can get back into your account! Here's how to reset your Gmail password if you forgot it, and what you should do if you don't have a recovery email. How to Reset Your Gmail Password
Usually, at this point, you may have maxed out account recovery options. But, if you have previously enabled two-factor authentication or have a recovery email for your account, there are more fixes to try. How to Recover Your Gmail Account With a Recovery EmailIf you have a recovery email address linked to the account you're trying to recover, Google will give you the option to have a recovery code sent to that email. Here's how to get that:
If you don't have a recovery email, be sure to check out our guide on how to set up a recovery email address, so you'll save yourself this hassle next time you forget your password. How to Recover Your Gmail Account Without a Recovery EmailIf you don't have a recovery email associated with your account, there are some other options to try. Click Try another way to go through a few extra steps. You may be prompted to answer a security question that you set up when you initially created your account. If you answer correctly, you'll regain access to your Gmail account. If the Gmail account is logged in on the mobile app, when you click Try another way you're prompted to enter the last password you recall. You'll then see a pop-up asking you to confirm that you are the account owner by tapping Yes on your linked mobile device.
Alternatively, Gmail could ask you to verify your identity by selecting the same two-digit number that appears on your screen in an email sent to the account whose password you want to retrieve. After that, you can go ahead and create a new password. After you’ve set up a new password, Google will prompt you to check the security settings associated with your Gmail account and your Google account in general. If you don't already have them, we strongly advise you to add a phone number and a current backup email to your account. Apart from helping to keep your Gmail account secure, they'll make for easy account recovery if you ever forget your password again. But, you can take steps to prevent even that from happening. Regain Access to Your EmailYou now have your password and access to your account. Catch up with important messages and record your password somewhere for easy retrieval, should you forget. If none of these help you regain access to your Gmail account, you may have to create a new email account and start afresh. |