Google mail reset password
Here are the steps to reset your Google Mail (Gmail) password:
Method 1: Reset password using your recovery email or phone number
- Go to the Gmail sign-in page and click on "Forgot password".
- Enter your email address and click "Next".
- If you have a recovery email address or phone number set up, you'll be prompted to enter the verification code sent to that email address or phone number.
- Enter the verification code and click "Next".
- Create a new password and confirm it by entering it again.
- Click "Reset password" to complete the process.
Method 2: Reset password using your Google Account password
- Go to the Google Account sign-in page and click on "Forgot password".
- Enter your email address and click "Next".
- Click on "Try a different question" and select "Security questions".
- Answer your security questions correctly to verify your identity.
- Create a new password and confirm it by entering it again.
- Click "Reset password" to complete the process.
Method 3: Reset password using a password manager
- If you use a password manager like LastPass or 1Password, you can use it to generate a new password and update your Gmail account.
- Open your password manager and generate a new password.
- Go to the Gmail sign-in page and click on "Forgot password".
- Enter your email address and click "Next".
- Select the option to reset your password using your password manager.
- Follow the prompts to complete the password reset process.
Tips:
- Make sure you have a recovery email address or phone number set up to ensure you can reset your password if you forget it.
- Use a strong and unique password for your Gmail account.
- Consider enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security to your account.
- If you're unable to reset your password using the above methods, you may need to contact Google support for further assistance.