Change your Google password from any device in under five minutes

You can change your Google password on a computer, phone, or tablet by going to your Google Account settings, entering your current password, and typing a new one twice. Google will sign you out of all your devices after you change it, so you'll need to sign back in on anything you use regularly — phone, laptop, tablet, email apps. The process takes about two minutes once you're logged in.

You don't need to contact Google or call anyone. You do this yourself, in your account, right now if you want to.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to myaccount.google.com, click "Security" on the left, then "Password" to change it in one place.
  • You must know your current password to set a new one — Google will ask for it before letting you proceed.
  • After you change your password, Google automatically signs you out everywhere, so plan to sign back in on your phone and computer.
  • A strong password has at least 12 characters and mixes uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols — avoid birthdays, names, or dictionary words.
  • If you forget your current password, use the "Forgot password?" link on the Google sign-in page instead of going to account settings.

Step-by-step: changing your password on a computer

Open a web browser and go to myaccount.google.com. You must be signed into your Google Account already. If you're not, sign in with your email and password.

On the left side of the page, click Security. You may need to scroll down to find it. Once you're in the Security section, look for a row labeled Password and click on it. Google will ask you to enter your current password again as a security check — type it in and click Next.

In the box labeled "New password," type a password you haven't used before. Type it again in the box labeled "Confirm new password." Both boxes must match exactly. Click Change Password when you're done. Google will show a confirmation message that says your password has been changed.

Changing your password on a phone or tablet

Open the Google app or go to myaccount.google.com in your phone's web browser. If you're using the app, tap your profile picture in the top right corner, then tap Manage your Google Account. Tap the Security tab at the top.

Scroll down and tap Password. Enter your current password when prompted, then type your new password twice. Tap Change Password. The process is the same as on a computer — it just looks different on a smaller screen.

What happens after you change your password

Google automatically signs you out of your account on every device — your phone, computer, tablet, and any other place you were signed in. This is a security feature. You will need to sign back in using your new password on anything you use regularly.

On your phone, you may see a notification asking you to update your password in the Google app or in your email settings. On your computer, your browser may ask you to update the saved password. You can do this right away or skip it for now — either way, you'll be able to sign in with your new password the next time you need to.

If you use Gmail, Google Drive, YouTube, or any other Google service on a separate app (not in a web browser), you may need to sign out and sign back in on that app too. The app will prompt you to do this automatically.

How to create a strong password Google will accept

Google requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long, but security experts recommend at least 12. A strong password mixes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. For example: BlueMoon#2024Jazz or Sunrise@Bike42Tree.

Avoid using your name, birthdate, or common words that appear in the dictionary. Do not reuse a password you've used before on this account or on other websites. If you have trouble remembering passwords, consider using a password manager — a tool that stores passwords securely and fills them in for you.

If you forgot your current password

You cannot change your password from the account settings page if you don't remember the current one. Instead, go to the Google sign-in page at accounts.google.com and click Forgot password? below the password box. Google will walk you through steps to verify you own the account — usually by sending a code to your phone or recovery email address.

Once you've verified your identity, Google will let you set a new password without needing the old one. This process takes longer than a regular password change — usually 5 to 10 minutes — but it's the only way forward if you're locked out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my password delete my emails, photos, or files?

No. Changing your password does not delete or affect any of your data. Your emails, Google Drive files, photos, and everything else in your Google Account stay exactly as they are. The password change only affects how you sign in.

Do I have to change my password on every device separately?

No. You change your password once in your Google Account settings, and it takes effect everywhere. However, you do need to sign back in on each device using the new password, because Google signs you out automatically after a password change.

What if I can't access the Security page because I'm locked out?

Use the "Forgot password?" option on the Google sign-in page instead. You'll verify your identity through your phone or recovery email, and then you can set a new password without needing the old one.

Can I change my password on a Chromebook the same way?

Yes. On a Chromebook, open a web browser, go to myaccount.google.com, and follow the same steps as you would on any computer. The process is identical.