Last updated: June 27, 2026
If you need to change your Gmail password, the safest way is to do it through your Google Account security settings. Updating your password can help protect your email, contacts, saved files, banking alerts, business accounts, and any other services connected to your Gmail address.
How to Change Your Gmail Password
- Go to your Google Account.
- Open the Security section.
- Find How you sign in to Google.
- Select Password.
- Sign in again if Google asks you to verify your identity.
- Enter your new password.
- Save the change.
After changing your Gmail password, you may need to sign back in on your phone, tablet, email app, browser, or other connected devices.
What If You Forgot Your Gmail Password?
If you cannot sign in because you forgot your Gmail password, use Google’s account recovery process instead of trying random passwords over and over. Google may ask for a recovery phone number, backup email address, previous password, or verification from a device you have used before.
Tips for Creating a Strong Gmail Password
- Use at least 12 characters.
- Use a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
- Do not reuse a password from another website.
- Avoid names, birthdays, phone numbers, and simple words.
- Consider using a password manager.
Check Your Gmail Security After Changing the Password
After changing your password, review your Gmail and Google Account security settings. Look for unfamiliar devices, suspicious login activity, unknown recovery information, or forwarding rules you did not create.
If your Gmail account was hacked, changing the password is only one step. You should also scan your computer for malware, remove suspicious browser extensions, and update passwords on important accounts connected to that email address.
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Gmail Password FAQ
Can Half Price Geeks change my Gmail password for me?
No company should know or control your personal Gmail password. We can guide you through the process and help secure your computer, but you should create and keep your own password private.
Should I change my Gmail password if my computer had a virus?
Yes. If your computer had malware, suspicious popups, or unknown browser extensions, it is smart to scan the computer first, then change your Gmail password from a clean and trusted device.