Change Your Gmail, Apple, Outlook, or Yahoo Email Password

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Changing your email password regularly can protect your email account from hackers and possible identity theft. If you suspect someone has stolen your password, you should change it immediately. This wikiHow article teaches you how to change your password on Gmail, Apple Mail, Outlook, and Yahoo! with expert tips from computer specialists Brandon Phipps and Luigi Oppido.

Quick Steps

  1. Go to the account page for your email service.
  2. Log in with your current password.
  3. Click the Security or Sign-in and Security option.
  4. Click Password and enter your current password if prompted.
  5. Enter your new password and verify it.
  6. Click Change , Continue , or Save .
Method 1
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Using Gmail on a Computer

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    Go to your Google Account page. To do so, go to myaccount.google.com in a web browser. This is where you can manage your Google account. You use the same password for Gmail and all other Google services.
    • If you have forgotten your Google/Gmail password, you can easily reset it.
  2. 2
    Click Security . It’s in the menu bar to the left.
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  3. 3
    Click Password . It’s below the “How you sign in to Google” section.
    • Alternatively, you can go to your log in at the Gmail website , and click the Gear icon in the upper-right corner. Then click See all settings . Click the Accounts and import tab at the top and then click Change password . Click Change password recovery options if you can’t remember your password.
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    Enter your password. You’ll need to log in in order to change your password. Go ahead and log in with your current password.
    • If you can’t remember your password, you can click Try another way at the bottom of the screen. You can log in using your passkey, biometrics, or another method.
  5. 5
    Enter a new password. Enter your new password in the first bar. Make sure you choose a strong password with a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters.
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    Brandon Phipps is a Technology Specialist based in Bakersfield, CA. He is the owner of Second Star Technologies and specializes in Managed IT Services for small and mid-sized businesses in Bakersfield, CA. With over 23 years of experience, he offers expert cloud computing, cybersecurity, and network management solutions. Brandon is a committed community member and coach who leads and innovates in tech and sports coaching. His dedication to local businesses and communities is evident in his hands-on, tailored approach to IT solutions.
    Brandon Phipps
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    Secure your digital life with online password best practices. Choose a long, easy-to-remember passphrase as your password. You should also avoid using the same password for multiple services or websites. Use web browser password managers to create and securely store your passwords.

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    Enter your password again. You’ll need to enter it again in the second line to confirm your password change. You must enter the same password you already entered on the first bar.
  7. 7
    Click Change password . This changes your password for your Google account, including your Gmail.
  8. 8
    Click Change password again. You’ll see a pop-up information that your password will be changed, but you will stay logged in on the devices listed. Click Change password to continue. [1]
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Using Gmail on Android

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  1. 1
    Open your Android Settings. To do so, swipe down from the top of the screen. Then tap the Gear icon in the upper-right corner. On Android, you can change your Google/Gmail password in the Settings menu.
  2. 2
    Tap Google . It’s a little ways down the Settings menu on your Android device.
  3. 3
    Tap your account name. It should be listed at the top of the page.
    • If you are signed in to multiple Google accounts on your devices, tap the account you want to change the password for.
  4. 4
    Tap Manage your Google account . It’s at the top of the menu below your Google account name.
  5. 5
    Tap Security & Sign In . It’s the second option at the top of the menu.
  6. 6
    Tap Password . It’s below the “How you sign in to Google” header.
  7. 7
    Sign in to your Google account. You may need to enter your current password or use your biometrics to log in to your current Google account.
  8. 8
    Enter a new password. Enter your new password in the first bar. Make sure you choose a strong password with a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters.
  9. 9
    Enter your password again. You’ll need to enter it again in the second line to confirm your password change. You must enter the exact same password you already entered on the first bar.
  10. 10
    Tap Change password . It’s the blue button at the bottom of the page. This displays a pop-up informing you that your password will be changed, but that you will still be logged in on the devices listed.
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    Tap Change password . This confirms you want to change your password and changes your password.
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Using Gmail on iPhone/iPad

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  1. 1
    Open the Gmail app. It has an icon that resembles blue, red, yellow, and green “M”. Tap the Gmail icon on your Home screen to open the Gmail app.
  2. 2
    Tap your profile icon. It’s in the upper-right corner of the app. If you have not set a profile icon for your Google account, it will be the colored-circle icon with your initial in the middle.
  3. 3
    Tap Manage your Google Account . It’s at the top of your account page, below your account name.
  4. 4
    Tap the Personal Info tab. It’s the second tab at the top of the page below your account name.
  5. 5
    Scroll down and tap Password . It’s below the “Basic info” header.
  6. 6
    Sign in to your Google account. You may need to enter your current password or use your biometrics to log in to your current Google account.
  7. 7
    Enter a new password. Enter your new password in the first bar. Make sure you choose a strong password with a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters.
    • It’s recommended you use a password manager to create strong and unique passwords for all of your accounts and store them in one safe place.
  8. 8
    Enter your password again. You’ll need to enter it again in the second line to confirm your password change. It must be the same password you already entered on the first bar.
  9. 9
    Tap Change password . It’s the blue button at the bottom of the page. This displays a pop-up informing you that your password will be changed, but that you will still be logged in on the devices listed.
  10. 10
    Tap Change password . This confirms you want to change your password and changes your password.
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Using Apple Mail on Mac

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  1. 1
    Open the System Settings on your Mac. Use the following steps to do so:
    • Click the Apple icon in the upper-left corner.
    • Click System Settings (or System Preferences on older versions of macOS).
  2. 2
    Click your name. It’s at the top of the menu bar to the left. This displays your Apple account information.
  3. 3
    Click Sign-in & Security . It’s in the Apple account menu near the top. This displays option for how you log in to your Apple account.
    • Alternatively, you can go to account.apple.com in a web browser and sign in to your Apple account. Click Sign-in and Security in the menu bar to the left.
  4. 4
    Click Change password . It’s the button next to the “Password” option in the menu.
    • If you are using a web browser, click the Password box. Then enter your current password. If you can’t remember your current password, click Forgot password and follow the prompts to reset your password .
  5. 5
    Enter your Mac login. You’ll be required to enter the password you use to log in to your Mac in order to continue.
  6. 6
    Enter your new password. Enter your new password on the first bar next to “New password.”. Make sure you choose a strong password with a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters.
    • It’s recommended you use a password manager to create strong and unique passwords for all of your accounts and store them in one safe place.
  7. 7
    Verify your password. Enter your new password again on the line next to “Verify.” It must be the same password you already entered.
  8. 8
    Click Change . This confirms that you want to change your password. [3]
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    Click Sign Out or Do Not Sign Out . If you want to log out of all your devices, click Sign out . This will log you out of all your devices and require you to log in to all your Apple devices again. This is recommended if you think someone may have your old password. If you don’t want to log out of all your devices, click Do not Sign Out .
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Using Apple Mail on iPhone/iPad

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  1. 1
    Open the Settings menu. It has an icon that resembles two gears. Tap the Apple Settings menu to open the Settings app.
  2. 2
    Tap your name. It’s at the top of the Settings menu. This displays your account options.
  3. 3
    Tap Sign-in & Security . It’s near the top of the menu. This displays options for logging in to your Apple account.
  4. 4
    Tap Change password . It’s the second option with blue text in the menu.
  5. 5
    Enter your device log in. You’ll be required to enter your device passcode or use biometrics to log in to your device.
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    Enter your new password. Enter your new password on the first bar next to “New password.”. Make sure you choose a strong password with a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters.
    • It’s recommended you use a password manager to create strong and unique passwords for all of your accounts and store them in one safe place.
    • If your device is not a trusted device, you will be required to enter your old password as well as your new password.
  7. 7
    Verify your password. Enter your new password again on the line next to “Verify.” It must be the same password you already entered.
  8. 8
    Tap Change . It’s the blue button in the upper-right corner. This changes your password.
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    Click Sign Out or Do Not Sign Out . If you want to log out of all your devices, tap Sign out . This will log you out of all your devices and require you to log in to all your Apple devices again. This is recommended if you think someone may have your old password. If you don’t want to log out of all your devices, tap Do not Sign Out .
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Using Outlook

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  1. 1
    Log in to the Microsoft Account page. To do so, go to account.microsoft.com in a web browser. You use the same password to log in to your Outlook account as you do all other Microsoft services.
  2. 2
    Log in if needed. If you are not logged in automatically, click Sign In in the center of the page and then sign in with the username and password associated with your Microsoft/Outlook account.
    • If you can’t remember your password, go to passwordreset.microsoftonline.com instead and follow the prompts to reset your password .
  3. 3
    Click Change password . It’s in the upper-right corner of the page.
  4. 4
    Enter your new password. Enter your new password in the line below “New password.” Enter your new password on the first bar next to “New password.”. Make sure you choose a strong password with a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters.
    • It’s recommended you use a password manager to create strong and unique passwords for all of your accounts and store them in one safe place.
  5. 5
    Verify your new password. To do so, enter your new password again in the line below “Reenter password.” You must enter the exact same password you entered on the first line.
  6. 6
    Click Save . This confirms you want to change your password and changes your password. [4]
    • For added security, you can click the checkbox next to “Make me change my password every 72 days.” This will prompt you to change your password every three months.
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Using Yahoo! Mail

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  1. website. To do so, go to yahoo.com in a web browser. If you’re not logged in automatically, click Sign In and sign in with the username and password associated with your Yahoo account.
  2. 2
    Click your profile icon. It’s in the upper-right corner of the page. If you have not set a profile picture for your Yahoo account, it will be a circle with your initial in the middle.
  3. 3
    Click Change password . It’s the second option at the bottom of the page.
  4. 4
    Enter your new password. Make sure you choose a strong password with a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters.
    • It’s recommended you use a password manager to create strong and unique passwords for all of your accounts and store them in one safe place.
  5. 5
    Click Continue . This saves your new password.
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    You have two main options. First, you can use a password manager to keep track of all of your passwords for you. You'll just need to remember one master password. Your second option is to keep all of your passwords written down on paper. If you go that route, make sure you're keeping your list of passwords somewhere secure where other people can't find them, like in a safe.
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    If one of your accounts was compromised, make sure your new password is nothing like the old one. Don't use that password on any of your accounts.
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    When you go to your login page, you should see an option that says, "I forgot my password." You'll be asked to answer your security questions before being able to change your password.
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      1. ↑ https://support.google.com/mail/answer/41078
      2. ↑ Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview
      3. ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/101567
      4. ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/change-your-microsoft-account-password-fdde885b-86da-2965-69fd-4871309ef1f1
      5. ↑ Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview

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      Gmail
      1. Sign into https://www.gmail.com .
      2. Click the gear.
      3. Click Settings .
      4. Click Accounts and Import .
      5. Click Change password .

      Outlook/Hotmail
      1. Sign into https://www.outlook.com .
      2. Click your name.
      3. Click Account Settings .
      4. Click Change password .

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