Open Gmail settings and find the password change option

To change your Gmail password on iPhone, you need to go through your Google Account settings, not through the Gmail app itself. The Gmail app on iPhone does not have a password change feature — you must use a web browser or the Google Account app.

The fastest route is to open Safari or Chrome on your iPhone, go to myaccount.google.com, and sign in with your Gmail address. Once you are signed in, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner, then tap Security.

If you prefer not to use a web browser, you can download the Google Account app from the App Store. Open it, tap Security at the bottom of the screen, and follow the same steps from there. Both routes lead to the same password change screen.

Key Takeaways

  • You cannot change your Gmail password inside the Gmail app on iPhone — you must use a web browser or the Google Account app.
  • Go to myaccount.google.com in Safari or Chrome, sign in, and navigate to Security to find the password change option.
  • Google will ask you to enter your current password before you can set a new one.
  • After you change your password, you may need to sign back into the Gmail app on your iPhone and any other devices where you use Gmail.

Navigate to the Security section of your Google Account

Once you are signed into myaccount.google.com or the Google Account app, look for the Security tab or menu item. In the web version, this appears in the left sidebar. In the Google Account app, it is a tab at the bottom of the screen.

Tap or click on Security. You will see a list of security-related options, including "Password," "Two-Step Verification," "Recovery email," and others. The Password option is usually near the top of this list.

Enter your current password and create a new one

Tap on Password. Google will ask you to sign in again for security reasons — this is normal and protects your account. Enter your current Gmail password when prompted.

After you sign in, you will see a screen with a field labeled "New password." Type your new password here. Google requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long and recommends using a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

Tap the field labeled "Confirm new password" and type your new password again to make sure you entered it correctly. Then tap Change password or the equivalent button on your screen.

Sign back into Gmail on your iPhone after the change

After you change your password, Google will sign you out of the Gmail app on your iPhone for security. Open the Gmail app and you will see a screen asking you to sign in again.

Tap Sign in, enter your Gmail address, and then enter your new password when prompted. The app will reconnect to your account. If you use Gmail on other devices — a computer, tablet, or another phone — you will need to sign in again on those devices as well.

What to do if you forget your current password

If you cannot remember your current Gmail password, you cannot change it through the normal route. Instead, you will need to recover your account using your recovery email address or phone number.

Go to accounts.google.com/signin/recovery in Safari or Chrome on your iPhone. Enter your Gmail address and tap Forgot password? Google will walk you through steps to verify you own the account — usually by sending a code to your recovery email or phone number. Once you verify your identity, you can set a new password.

Use a strong password and consider two-step verification

When you create a new password, avoid using information that is easy to guess — like your name, birthday, or common words. A strong password mixes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols, and is at least 12 characters long.

After you change your password, consider turning on two-step verification for extra security. This means that even if someone learns your password, they cannot sign into your account without a code from your phone. You can turn this on in the same Security section where you changed your password.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my Gmail password sign me out of other apps that use my Google account?

Not immediately. Apps that use your Google account through "Sign in with Google" will keep working. However, apps that store your Gmail password directly — like the Gmail app itself — will sign you out and ask you to sign in again with your new password.

How long does it take for the password change to take effect?

The password change takes effect immediately. You can sign back into the Gmail app right away. If you are signed into Gmail on a computer or another device, you will remain signed in there until you sign out or until Google automatically signs you out for security reasons.

Can I change my password if I do not have access to my recovery email or phone?

If you cannot access your recovery email or phone number, account recovery becomes much harder. Google will ask you security questions to verify your identity. If you set up a recovery email or phone number now, you will have an easier time if you forget your password in the future.

What if the Gmail app keeps asking me to sign in after I change my password?

Close the Gmail app completely and reopen it. Make sure you are using your new password, not your old one. If it still does not work, try signing out of the app (usually in Settings within the app), then sign back in with your new password.