How to retrieve my yahoo mail password
Retrieving a forgotten Yahoo mail password can be a bit of a process, but don't worry, I'll guide you through the steps.
Method 1: Reset your password using the Yahoo account recovery process
- Go to the Yahoo sign-in page and click on "Forgot password".
- Enter your Yahoo email address and click "Next".
- You'll be asked to enter the characters you see in the security image. If you can't read the image, you can try a different one or use the audio option.
- Click "Next" and select "I forgot my password".
- Follow the prompts to answer your security questions. If you don't remember the answers, you can try to recover them using the "I forgot my answers" option.
- Once you've answered the security questions, you'll be asked to create a new password.
- Enter your new password and confirm it.
- Click "Finish" to complete the password reset process.
Method 2: Use the Yahoo Account Key
If you've enabled the Yahoo Account Key, you can use it to reset your password. Here's how:
- Go to the Yahoo sign-in page and click on "Forgot password".
- Enter your Yahoo email address and click "Next".
- Click on "Use Account Key" and follow the prompts to enter the verification code sent to your phone or authenticator app.
- Once you've entered the verification code, you'll be asked to create a new password.
- Enter your new password and confirm it.
- Click "Finish" to complete the password reset process.
Method 3: Contact Yahoo Support
If you're unable to reset your password using the above methods, you can contact Yahoo Support for assistance. Here's how:
- Go to the Yahoo Help page and click on "Contact Us".
- Fill out the form with your email address, phone number, and a brief description of your issue.
- Click "Submit" to send your request to Yahoo Support.
- A representative will contact you to help you reset your password.
Remember to always keep your passwords secure and consider enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security to your account.