How to Recover a Gmail Password

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go to http://www.gmail.com.

   Use the link or type the URL in a Web browser.
   
   If your email or phone number isn't filled in automatically, type it into the labeled field and click on NEXT.
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   Step 2: Click on Forgot password?

   below the password field., If you don't remember any of the passwords you've used before, click on Try a different question at the bottom of the gray box.
   
   Continue clicking on Try a different question until you come across one that you can answer, answer it, then click on Next. , You'll be asked to do one of the following:
   Confirm a text to the phone number associated with your Gmail account; Confirm a message to the email associated with your Gmail account; Confirm an email to a recovery email account if you've set one up; or Enter an email that you can check immediately. ,,,,, Your password has been recovered and you can sign into Gmail with it.
   
   If you were unable to enter a previous password or receive a message at your associated phone number, email, or recovery email, you'll be asked to "briefly tell us why you can’t access your account." Enter a reason and click on Submit.
   
   Google will get back to you in 3-5 business days.
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   Step 3: Enter the last password you remember and click on Next.

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   Step 4: Follow the on-screen instructions.

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   Step 5: Open the applicable email or text message from Google.

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   Step 6: Enter the verification code in the message in the field on the screen.

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   Step 7: Enter a new password and confirm it in the labeled fields.

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   Step 8: Click on Change password.

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   Step 9: Click on ACCEPT.

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