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1.1. How to change my Google Account password

This article explains how to access your Google Account Settings to change the account password.

How do I change my password?

1. In a web browser, sign in to Google Account (Personal Settings). Enter your user name and password, and then click Sign in.

2. Scroll down to Other info and preferences for Google services.

3. Select the field inside the Password box to change your password. You then might be asked to re-enter your existing password.

4. Once you've entered your new password, select 'change password'.

5. Don't forget that once you've changed your password, you will need to update your email client application, Google Drive and any other Google subscription connected to your account.

What else do I need to know?

• If you also connect to your account from a phone or a tablet, you also need to update the password in the settings on that device to match your new password. Similarly, you also need to update the password in the settings of any other desktop email application you may be using (for example, Apple Mail or Mozilla Thunderbird).

• To help make your password more secure, you can:

  • Use a minimum of eight characters (your account may require more or less).

  • Use a mix of capital and lowercase letters.

  • Use numbers as well as letters.

  • Use punctuation or other non-alphanumeric characters.

• Most email accounts require a minimum number of characters or a minimum level of complexity for passwords. The requirements are set by your administrator. For information about the password requirements for your account, contact your helpdesk.