Reviving Your Gmail Password

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During the Gmail registration process, it's crucial to link your phone number to your Gmail account. To recover and reset your Gmail account password, follow these steps.

Step 1: Use a web browser to open the Gmail login page at https://accounts.google.com and select Need Help?

Step 2: On the next interface, choose the question Having trouble signing in? Select the first option I don't know my password, enter your email address in the blank field below, and then click Next.

Step 3: If you recall your most recent password, enter it in the blank field and click Next. If not, select I don't know to proceed to the next step.

Step 4: In the account assistance section, you can choose how to receive the verification code on the phone registered with your Gmail account:

Text message (SMS): You will receive a text containing the Google verification code on your phone.

Automated call: Google's automated call will be made to the phone number registered with your account to provide the verification code.

Choose one of the two options and click Continue.

Step 5: Next, enter the 6-digit verification code received from Google's SMS into the Enter code here field, then click Continue.

Step 6: In the final step, you need to enter a new password for your Gmail account and confirm the new password. It's recommended to set a strong password, using at least 8 characters.

Then click Reset Password.

Successful Notification.

Simply adding your phone number to your Gmail account allows you to recover your Gmail password when forgotten. Best wishes for success!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it important to link my phone number to my Gmail account?

Linking your phone number to your Gmail account is essential for password recovery. In case you forget your password, you can easily receive a verification code via SMS or automated call to reset it.

What steps should I follow to recover my Gmail account password?

To recover your Gmail password, go to the Gmail login page, select 'Need Help?', choose 'I don't know my password', enter your email, and follow the prompts to receive a verification code on your linked phone.

Can I receive the verification code via a call for password recovery?

Yes, you can receive the verification code through an automated call to your registered phone number. This option is available alongside receiving the code via SMS.

What should I do if I don't remember my last Gmail password?

If you don't recall your last password, select 'I don't know' when prompted during the recovery process. This will allow you to receive a verification code to reset your password.