Forgot My Gmail Password But Still Logged In On Phone
Forgetting your Gmail password can be frustrating, especially when you need to access your account. However, if you are still logged in on your phone, there are ways to recover your password without losing access to your account. In this article, we will discuss some simple methods to help you recover your Gmail password while still logged in on your phone.
Method 1: Reset Your Gmail Password Using Your Phone
If you have your phone number linked to your Gmail account, resetting your password using your phone is the easiest and quickest method. Here is how to do it:
- Go to the Gmail login page and click on "Forgot password".
- Enter your Gmail address and click on "Next".
- Enter the last password you remember using for your Gmail account. If you don't remember any previous passwords, click on "Try another way".
- Google will ask you to enter the phone number associated with your Gmail account. Enter the phone number and click on "Next".
- You will receive a verification code on your phone via SMS. Enter the code on the screen and click on "Next".
- Enter your new password and click on "Change password". Your Gmail password will now be reset.
Method 2: Use Google's Account Recovery Page
If you don't have your phone number linked to your Gmail account, you can use Google's account recovery page to reset your password. Here is how to do it:
- Go to Google's account recovery page.
- Enter your Gmail address and click on "Next".
- Google will ask you to enter the last password you remember using for your Gmail account. If you don't remember any previous passwords, click on "Try another way".
- Google will ask you a series of questions to verify your identity. Answer the questions to the best of your ability.
- If Google is able to verify your identity, you will be asked to enter a new password. Enter your new password and click on "Change password". Your Gmail password will now be reset.
Method 3: Contact Google Support
If you are still unable to reset your Gmail password, you can contact Google support for assistance. Here is how to do it:
- Go to the Google support page.
- Choose the product you are having issues with (in this case, Gmail).
- Choose the issue you are experiencing (in this case, "Forgot password").
- Google will provide you with options to contact their support team, such as by phone or chat.
- Explain your issue to the support team and they will assist you in resetting your Gmail password.
Conclusion
Forgetting your Gmail password can be frustrating, but it doesn't have to result in losing access to your account. By following the methods outlined in this article, you can easily reset your Gmail password while still logged in on your phone. Whether you choose to reset your password using your phone, Google's account recovery page, or by contacting Google support, you can regain access to your account in no time.