How do i reset my mail password on mac
To reset your email password on a Mac, you'll need to follow these steps:
Method 1: Reset password using the Mail app
- Open the Mail app on your Mac.
- Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" from the dropdown menu.
- Click on the "Accounts" tab.
- Select the email account you want to reset the password for.
- Click on the "Edit" button next to the account name.
- Click on the "Password" tab.
- Click on the "Reset Password" button.
- Enter your current password (if you know it) and then enter a new password twice.
- Click "OK" to save the changes.
Method 2: Reset password using the System Preferences
- Click on the Apple menu and select "System Preferences".
- Click on "Internet Accounts".
- Select the email account you want to reset the password for.
- Click on the "Edit" button next to the account name.
- Click on the "Password" tab.
- Click on the "Reset Password" button.
- Enter your current password (if you know it) and then enter a new password twice.
- Click "OK" to save the changes.
Method 3: Reset password using the iCloud website
- Go to the iCloud website (www.icloud.com) and sign in with your Apple ID.
- Click on "Account Settings" and then select "Security".
- Click on "Reset Password" next to the email account you want to reset the password for.
- Enter your current password (if you know it) and then enter a new password twice.
- Click "Reset Password" to save the changes.
Method 4: Reset password using the email provider's website
If you're using a third-party email provider (e.g. Gmail, Yahoo, etc.), you may need to reset your password through their website. Follow these steps:
- Go to the email provider's website (e.g. www.gmail.com for Gmail).
- Click on "Sign in" and then click on "Forgot password".
- Enter your email address and follow the prompts to reset your password.
Remember to update your password on all devices and platforms where you use your email account.