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How to Change Your iCloud Mail Password
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Log in to iCloud. Under Security, choose Change Password. Enter the current password, then enter a new password. Select Change Password.Update the new password on every device where you use your Apple ID. Your Apple ID password is also your iCloud Mail password, and it's the first line of defense against hackers. If you want to change your password, either for security reasons or because you forgot it, learn how to recover your iCloud password first. How to Change Your iCloud Password
Here's how to set a new password for your iCloud account: Go to the Apple ID page. Log in to your account with your Apple ID email address and current password. If you forgot your Apple ID email address or password, select Forgot Apple ID or password and follow the instructions until you have the correct login information. On your account screen, go to the Security section and choose Change Password. Enter the current Apple ID password you want to change. In the next two text fields, enter the new password you want your account to use. Apple requires that you choose a secure password, which is important so it's hard to guess or hack. Your new password must have eight or more characters, upper and lower case letters, and at least one number. Select Change Password to save the change. Update this new password on every device where you use your Apple ID, such as on your phone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac desktop and laptop computers. If you use your iCloud mail account with an email service other than Apple Mail or iCloud, change your password in the other email account, too. If you save your Apple ID on a mobile device, set up two-factor authentication (2FA) for additional security. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Change Your Facebook Password How to Use Safety Check on iPhone How to Change Your Password in Windows How to Reset or Change Your Instagram Password How to Recover a Forgotten iCloud Mail Password How to Change Your AOL Mail Password How to Use Passkeys on iPhone, iPad, or Mac How to Change the Notes Password on an iPhone How to Reset Your Apple ID Password in a Few Easy Steps How to Set up and Use iCloud on the iPad How to Delete an iCloud Email Account Permanently How to Set up a New iPhone How To Change Your Laptop Password How to Change Your Gmail Password What to Do If You Forget Your Windows 7 Password How to Change a Spotify Password Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies