To change your Gmail password, follow these steps:
Steps to Change Your Gmail Password
- Access your Google Account: Go to your Google Account settings. You can do this by tapping on your profile picture or initial at the top right of your Gmail interface (on a web browser) or in the Gmail app.
- Navigate to Security: In your Google Account settings, select "Security".
- Find 'How you sign in to Google': Under the 'Security' section, look for 'How you sign in to Google.'
- Select 'Password': Click or tap on the "Password" option within 'How you sign in to Google'. You may be asked to sign in again to verify it's you.
- Enter your new password: Type in your new password in the provided field.
- Confirm and save: Tap "Change Password" to save your new password.
Here's a summary in a table:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Go to your Google Account settings. |
| 2 | Select "Security". |
| 3 | Find "How you sign in to Google". |
| 4 | Tap on "Password". |
| 5 | Enter your new password. |
| 6 | Tap "Change Password" to save it. |
Important Considerations:
- Password Strength: Choose a strong password that is hard to guess. Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
- Password Recovery: Make sure you have updated password recovery methods (such as recovery email and phone number) so you can access your account if you ever forget your new password.
By following these steps, you can easily change your Gmail password through your Google Account settings, according to the Google Help support for Gmail.
