How to Change or Reset Email Password in Gmail

Changing or resetting your Gmail password depends on whether you remember your current password or not. Here are the steps for both scenarios:

If you remember your current password:

  1. Go to your Google Account: Visit https://myaccount.google.com/privacy.
  2. Select “Security”: Click on the “Security” tab in the navigation bar.
  3. Choose “Signing in to Google”: Under “Signing in to Google,” click on “Password.”
  4. Enter your current password: You’ll be prompted to enter your current Gmail password for verification.
  5. Create a new password: Enter your desired new password twice in the “New password” and “Confirm new password” fields.
  6. Click “Change Password”: Once you’re happy with your new password, click “Change Password” to save it.

If you don’t remember your current password:

  1. Go to the Gmail password recovery page: Visit https://support.google.com/mail/answer/41078?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop.
  2. Enter your Gmail address: Enter the Gmail address you want to reset the password for.
  3. Follow the prompts: Google will guide you through the recovery process, which may involve questions about your account activity or sending a verification code to your phone or recovery email address.
  4. Create a new password: Once you’ve successfully verified your identity, you’ll be prompted to create a new password for your Gmail account. Follow the steps above for creating a new password.

Tips for creating a strong password:

  • Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
  • Avoid using personal information like your name, birthday, or pet’s name.
  • Make sure the password is at least 8 characters long.
  • Don’t reuse the same password for multiple accounts.

Remember, it’s important to keep your Gmail password safe and secure. Never share your password with anyone, and consider using a password manager to help you generate and store strong passwords for all your accounts.