It’s important to change your Gmail password regularly to ensure the security of your information and protect your identity. If you think someone’s gained access to your Gmail, it may be time for a change; even if not, updating your Gmail password should be something you do regularly.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to change Gmail password from both the desktop and mobile versions of Gmail. With a few easy steps, you can keep your Google account out of the hands of hackers and other ne’er-do-wells. It feels good to

Change your password often, not because of our paranoia for internet privacy, but because it makes us feel safe. Find out how to change your Gmail password today so thatyour  email account that has never been compromised stays safe.

Why You Should Change Your Gmail Password Regularly

Regularly updating your Gmail password is important not only for the sake of your email account but also for all connected online accounts. It minimizes the threat of unauthorized access by putting an end to how long stolen or leaked passwords can be used. It’s the practice of changing your password after a breach on another site you have an account for,

Where its data is not secure, that can be most beneficial. This is because once someone gets at one of your passwords illicitly, they could try it elsewhere, as we tend to use the same key. If you update your password every three to six months, this can help protect against automated attacks and malware that capture your login information.

Changing your password is a good reminder to check in on the security settings for your account and look for any sketchy activity or turn on features like two-factor authentication. To provide even more protection, use a strong and unique password every time.

How to Change Gmail Password on Desktop

On a desktop, to change your Gmail password, you’ll have to visit your Google Account settings page by clicking on your profile picture at the top right of the site and then clicking “Manage Your Google Account,” accessing the Security tab, and then clicking Password after verifying your current login details.

How to Reset Gmail Password on A computer

• Open Gmail and then click the gear icon (or your profile picture) at the top right of the program.
• Click “Manage your Google Account.”
• Navigate to the Security section of the Google Account page.
• Go to the section “Signing in to Google” and select “Password.”
• To confirm your identity, please enter the current password.
• Enter your new password twice, and make it strong and secure.
• Click “Change Password” to verify the change.

How to Change Gmail Password on Mobile (Android & iPhone)

Open Gmail App and Access Google Account Settings

Open the Gmail app on your phone. Tap your profile picture or the placeholder image in the upper right corner of the screen. Choose “Manage your Google Account” from the menu that pops up. This will bring you to Google Accounts settings, where security settings can be configured.

Navigate to Security and Select Password

In the Google Account settings, swipe to find the tab labeled “Security” at the top. Under the section labeled “Signing in to Google,” click on “Password.” You may be prompted to verify your identity with your current password or a biometric form of verification (like fingerprint/face recognition).

Set Your New Password

If it checks out, you can then type your new password twice. Use a strong password for your new account, mixing uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Your password will be updated across Google services associated with your account.

How To Reset Gmail Password If You Forgot It

Start the Recovery Process

Open the Gmail sign-in page, type your email address, and click “Next.” Click the “Forgot password?” link on the password input screen. Google will prompt you to confirm your identity by sending a verification code to your recovery email or phone number.

Verify Your Identity

Get the code from your recovery email or phone by entering it at Google. Input this code on Gmail’s password reset page. If you don’t have access to these forms of recovery, Google may provide additional options to prove who you are, such as answering security questions or using backup options.

Create a New Password

If the verification is successful, then you will be asked to create a new password. Pick a strong one, with both upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Reenter the new password to confirm and then save. You can now sign in to Gmail and other Google services with your new password.

How To Reset Gmail Password If You Forgot It

Here is how to reset your Gmail password if you no longer have access to the contacts or phone number with which you registered your account. At the password prompt, click “Forgot Password?” to initiate the recovery process. Google will then send a verification code to your recovery email address or phone number that you can enter on the Gmail site to confirm your identity.

Once you’ve entered the code, you’ll be asked to create a new password. Create a strong password including upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols (or at least two of those categories) and enter it twice to confirm and save it. If you can’t get into your recovery email on file or your phone,

Google will walk you through other verification options like answering security questions or using backup codes. If you cannot use either recovery method, it can take up to 72 hours before Google will verify your identity and permit the password reset. This process will reinstate access to your Gmail account and other Google services attached to it, such as YouTube and Google Meet.

FAQs

1. Why should I change my Gmail password regularly?
By updating your Gmail password, you’ll also help to safeguard against unauthorized access and keep your personal info safer.

2. How do I change my Gmail password on a mobile phone?

Open the Gmail app. → Tap on Manage your Google Account → Security → Password → Input the old & new password to update it.

3. Can I change my Gmail password without my old password?

Yes. If you’ve forgotten your password, click “Forgot password?” on the login page and follow the instructions to verify your password reset.

4. How long does a Gmail password need to be?

Google advises using at least 8 characters and mixed types of characters (letters, numbers, and symbols) for greater security.

5. Will changing my Gmail password log me out of other devices?

Yes. When you change your password, Gmail automatically signs you out of all devices but the one that was used to update the password.

6. How often should I update my Gmail password?

Security professionals recommend updating at least every 3–6 months, or sooner if you suspect strange goings-on.

7. Why can’t I change my Gmail password?

This may be caused by a bad internet connection or incomplete verification of password changes not being temporarily disabled for security reasons.

8. Does changing my Gmail password affect other Google services?

Yes. The change will affect all of Google’s services, including YouTube, Drive, Maps, and Google Photos.