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How to Change the Gmail Password on Your Android or iPhone

Protect your privacy by changing your password regularly

By Scott Orgera Scott Orgera Writer Scott Orgera is a former Lifewire writer covering tech since 2007. He has 25+ years' experience as a programmer and QA leader, and holds several Microsoft certifications including MCSE, MCP+I, and MOUS. He is also A+ certified. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on March 11, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Email Gmail Yahoo! Mail

What to Know

On Android, go to Settings > Gmail address > Manage your Google Account > Personal Info > Password > change your password.On iPhone, go to Gmail > Settings > Gmail address > Manage your Google Account > Security > Password > change your password. You should update your passwords regularly to keep your accounts as secure as possible. This article explains how to change your Gmail credentials in the app for Android 4.4 or later and iOS 11 or newer. If you prefer, you can change your Gmail password from a computer.

How to Change Your Google Password on an Android Device

Take the following steps to change your Gmail password on an Android smartphone or tablet: If you don't know your current password, you must recover your Gmail password before you can change it. Tap the hamburger menu (the three horizontal lines) located in the upper-left corner of the Gmail app. Tap Settings in the drop-down menu. On the Settings screen, tap your Gmail address. Tap Manage your Google Account. On the Google Account screen, tap Personal Info. Tap Password. Enter your current Gmail password, then tap Next. Enter your desired new password in the New password field and again in the Confirm new password field. Tap Change Password to complete the process. Your Gmail password and Google password are the same. You can use the same password for Gmail, YouTube, and Google Drive.

How to Change Your Gmail Password on iPhone

Take the following steps to change your Gmail password on your iPhone and other iOS devices. Open the Gmail app and log in. Tap the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) located in the upper-left corner. When the menu appears, scroll to the bottom and tap Settings. Tap your Google email address located near the top of the Settings screen. In the Account section, select Manage your Google Account. On the Google Account screen, tap Security. You may have to swipe across the top of the screen to locate the Security heading. Tap Password under Signing in to Google. Enter your current Gmail password, then tap Next. Enter your desired new password in the New password field and again in the Confirm new password field. Tap Change Password to complete the process. You'll see a confirmation screen that says your password has changed. 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 the Notes Password on an iPhone How to Change Your Name on Google Meet How to Change Your Password in Windows How to Use the Chrome Password Manager How to Recover a Forgotten Gmail Password How to Reset a Voicemail Password in Android How to Change Your Facebook Password How to Change Your Gmail Password How to Connect Google Home to Wi-Fi How to Save Passwords on an iPad How to Reset or Change Your Instagram Password How to Sync Gmail Contacts to an iPhone How to Find Out Who (or What) Is Accessing Your Gmail How to Create a Gmail Alias How to Stop Someone From Accessing Your Phone Remotely How to Change Your AOL Mail 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