We’ve all been there – you’re trying to log in to your account, only to realize you can’t remember your password. It can be a frustrating experience but don’t worry, and there are different options available that can help you recover your password.
In this post, we’ll review two simple hacks that Google may need to tell you about, so let’s dive in!
Method 1: Are you still logged in to your email? And using the same browser (and the device) you use daily?
If you forgot Gmail password, first, you should check if you’re still logged in to your Gmail account or using the same browser and device you use daily.
If yes, you are lucky. You can find your current Gmail password from your browser’s settings password manager. Here’s how you can do it:
How to find your current Gmail password if you’re using Google Chrome:
- Go to Settings > Autofill > Password Manager
- Or type chrome://settings/passwords?search=pass directly in the browser address bar.
- Now in search, type accounts.google.com.
- you can see a list of stored accounts
- From the result, scroll down to the email account
- And click the show password (eye) icon from the right side to recover the password.
- You can also copy or edit the password from the more option (the three dots).
In case you’re using Mozilla Firefox:
- Go to Settings > under the General tab
- Scroll down, Search for Logins and Passwords, or type about:logins in the address bar.
- Now Search for accounts.google.com
- The filtered results are displayed on your left sidebar.
- Choose the email account to load the details on the right side
- and click the show password (eye) icon or the copy button you get your password.
- You can also choose to edit or remove it from the top.
If you’re using a mobile device:
Unfortunately, retrieving your stored password from the Gmail app on your mobile device is impossible. The app stores your password securely using encryption and hashing techniques to protect it from unauthorized access. So you have to get this done from your laptop.
2. No, I can’t use the first method. What’s next?
If you’re not on the same browser or device, or for some reason, you can’t get the old password from the browser, let’s analyze other scenarios.
Does Gmail ask for the password to log in? When does that happen? Why are you logged out?
Here are some possible reasons:
- My account got hacked
- I am Signing into a new device
- The password is not working. It may be a typo
- Forgotten password
If any of these apply to you, you must use recovery options.
a. How to recover without resetting
Here’s how: suppose you can’t remember your password, but you still have access to your account’s email address or phone number. In that case, you can recover your account without resetting your password.
- Go to the Gmail login page and click “Forgot password?”
- Enter your email address or phone number associated with your account.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to verify your identity.
- You may be asked to enter a verification code sent to your phone number or email address.
- Once you’ve verified your identity, you can create a new password and access your account.
b. How to reset Gmail password if forgotten
If you can’t recover your account using the steps above, the final option is to reset your password. Here’s how you can do it:
- Use the “Forgot password?” link on the Gmail login screen.
- Enter your email address or phone number associated with your account.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to verify your identity. You may be asked to enter a verification code sent to your phone number or email address.
- Once you’ve verified your identity, Google will provide various options for resetting your password.
c. What happens if you need help remembering your old Gmail account password, forget the recovery email you used, and no longer have access to the phone number used for verification?
Suppose you need help remembering the password for your old Gmail account, need to remember the recovery email you used, and can no longer access the phone number used for verification. In that case, it can be challenging to regain access to your account.
It is because Google uses your recovery email and phone number to verify your identity and help you reset your password.
However, all hope is still possible. There is a hack you can try.
Method 2: How do you Recover your Gmail Password without a Phone Number and Recovery Email?
- Go to Google Recovery Account.
- Enter Your Email.
- Select ‘Try another way to sign in.’
- And Click on ‘Try another way’ twice until there is no other option.
- Now you have to wait for the Next 48 Hours.
- You should check your email accounts randomly to see if any recovery emails have been received.
- If you are lucky, you will get a Recovery Link to your email used for recovery.
Or the only final resort is to contact Google support for assistance.
They may ask you to provide some personal information, such as your name, date of birth, and any recent account activity, to verify your identity before helping you regain access to your account.
It may take time for Google to verify your identity and respond to your request, so patience is essential.
It’s always important to keep your recovery information up to date and in a safe place to avoid such situations.
You can also set up two-factor authentication for added security, which requires an additional code sent to your phone or email to access your account. With these precautions, you can minimize the chances of getting locked out of your Gmail account.