How to change password in mail on a mac

To change your password in Mail on a Mac, follow these steps:

Method 1: Change password through Mail preferences

1. Open Mail on your Mac.
2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences" (or use the keyboard shortcut Command + comma).
3. Click on the "Accounts" tab.
4. Select the account you want to change the password for from the list of accounts on the left.
5. Click on the "Edit" button next to the account name.
6. Click on the "Password" tab.
7. Enter your current password, then enter and confirm your new password.
8. Click "OK" to save the changes.

Method 2: Change password through System Preferences

1. Click on the Apple menu and select "System Preferences".
2. Click on "Internet Accounts".
3. Select the account you want to change the password for from the list of accounts.
4. Click on the "Edit" button next to the account name.
5. Click on the "Password" tab.
6. Enter your current password, then enter and confirm your new password.
7. Click "OK" to save the changes.

Method 3: Change password through the account provider's website

If you're using a third-party email service like Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook, you can change your password through their website:

1. Go to the website of your email provider (e.g., www.gmail.com).
2. Sign in with your current email address and password.
3. Look for the "Settings" or "Account" section and click on it.
4. Find the "Password" or "Security" section and click on it.
5. Follow the prompts to change your password.

Remember to update your password in all the places where you use it, including your Mac's Mail app, to ensure that your account remains secure.