Here is the step by step process to reset gmail email Password | gmail account recovery
Gmail is a free email service developed by Google that enables users to send and receive e-mail over the Internet. As well as Google provide more services ( Youtube, Search, Map, PlayStore, News, Contact, Drive, etc) which are free of cost by google
This article will help the process of "recover gmail account", gmail change password, "add or remove phone number in google", "log out an email from all device".
Table of Contents -
- How to recover gmail account ( By Steps).
- How to recover gmail account ( By Video).
- How to recover contacts | how to recover deleted contacts.
- How do I find my gmail email account?
- How to remove the phone number.
- Gmail account recovery without a phone number.
- How to change phone number in google account.
- How to secure gmail account with 2-step verification enabled.
- How to turn off 2 step verification.
- how to turn on "Less Secure App".
- How to Turn off "Less Secure App".
- How to Secure Gmail Email Account?
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How To Recover Gmail Account
If you forgot your gmail password or username, or you are unable to get verification codes,
follow these steps to "recover Your Lost Google Account"
Things which need to remember -
- Old or Last Password must know to recover gmail account.
- Phone Number ( The phone number that was registered)
- Email address ( The Email address that was registered to verify your email ownership )
- Security Question (The security question and answer that was registered )
- Date of birth on your account. (Date of birth that was registered )
Gmail Password Recovery help
Gmail recover process can be started in either of two ways -
- Go to the Gmail sign in page at https://mail.google.com/ and after entering your e-mail address click the "Forgot password? link.
- Go directly to the start of the recovery process at https://accounts.google.com/signin/recovery
Note - You'll be asked some questions to confirm it's your account. Answer as best you can.
How to recover gmail account ( Step By Step)
- Go to https://mail.google.com/
- Enter email address which you are going to recover then click on "Next" for option.
- Enter the last password you remember,
- Enter any of the password of your email if you remember otherwise click on "Forgot Password".
- Get a prompt on your <phone> and tap Yes or on code to sign in.
- Verify your phone with google account, if you have same phone then press "yes" to receive notification on your phone to change password, or click on try another way.it will open new window to change your gmail email account password.
- Confirm the phone number you registered with account.
- Get a verification code by text or phone call at <number> (it doesn't always offer both options)
- Enter the 6-digit code, which receive on cellphone, it looks like G-458756
- Entering the correct code may take you to a page to reset the password. then you can create new password.
- click on "try another way to sign in" if you are not getting verification code.
- Google will send an e-mail containing a one-time verification code to mail,
- Entering the correct code may take you to a page to reset the password. then you can create a new password.
- If you do not recognize this email or you no longer use this email account. click on "try another way".
- Answer the security question you added to your account,
- This is the most important option to recover gmail account,
- If you are not entering correct answer of security question.
- it might take you new page where you need to verify (When did you create this Google account?).
- Google will take some time to review your account information, so-
- Enter an email address where google can contact you later about your google account.
- If, google can verify your account then will send an email on your alternative email account.
- If, Google did not found any recovery information , then google could not verify this account.
- Additional sources of information include the Gmail Help Center and the Gmail Help Forums, both of which support searching for topics of interest.
- If you can't answer a given option, then you will receive a message that "Google couldn't verify this account belongs to you".
- if you skip too many of the questions you will not be able to prove ownership of the account. then you will receive a message that "Google couldn't verify this account belongs to you".
How To Recover Gmail Account ( By Video)
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Watch this video to recover gmail account
Note - The recovery options available may include any of the following questions or actions, and possibly others not listed or picture.
How to recover google contacts | how to recover deleted contacts
How to recover google contacts
1. The first login you email account Click here
2. Click on sign in.
3. Enter your email and password.
4. look left side of screen ↰ Gmail
5. Click on contacts or you can click here to directly visit google contact website.
Note- this is the only option to recover/restore contacts
→ Click on more option then select restore contacts.
→ Choose the time when you deleted /lost contacts
- Once you do this on phone and computer your contacts will be restored in 10 minutes
- To see all your contact in one place click here
How Do I Find My Gmail Email Account?
You’ll need to know a phone number or the recovery email address for the account and the full name on your account. Follow the instructions to confirm it’s your account -
- Click here to visit the site to find your account
- Type your registered phone number or email address
- You’ll see a list of matching usernames.
- User should know full name on the account.
- Enter your first and your last name ( middle name should be on first name )
- After entering you information google will find accounts register with this information.
- Confirm the phone number and email address you provided in our security settings.
- Google will send a verification code to registered phone or email.
- Follow the instructions to confirm it’s your account.
- You will see a list of matching usernames.
- From the list you can get your email.
- This is how you can know about your lost google account.
How To Remove a Phone Number From Google Account.
It is recommended to use a phone number that is able to help you recover or verify your account ownership. you can add, update, or remove phone numbers on your Google Account. Phone numbers are used for different reasons, and you have controls to manage how your numbers are used.
Add, update, or remove phone number
- Open Google Account and Sign In Into Google Accounts With Your Username and Password
- Go to my account.
- Under account "Personal info & privacy," then select Your personal info Phone.
- From here you can:
- Delete your phone number: Next to your number, select Delete Remove number.
- Under account "Personal info & privacy," then select Your personal info Phone.
From here you can-
- Delete your phone number: Next to your number, select Delete Remove number.
- If you want to update a new phone number, use the same way to update the new phone number.
- This is how you can remove the phone number from Google Gmail account.
Gmail account recovery without a phone number
If, User doesn't recognize their phone number then, Yes, User can recover Gmail account
- User must be knowing their last password.
- User should use their personal device for Gmail account recovery.
- User can find their password on saved login on the web browser.
- User might get prompt on their mobile phone.
If the user does not know about this information then contact to Gmail Support Customer Service
How To Secure Gmail Account With 2-step Verification Enabled.
With 2-Step Verification (also known as two-factor authentication), you add an extra layer of security to your account. After you set it up, you’ll sign in to your account in two steps using:
- Something you know (your password)
- Something you have (like your phone or a security key dongle)
we recommend selecting Choose another option and setting up phone prompts or a security key.
- Phone Prompt: It helps improve the security of your account and are faster than entering a code.
- Text msg or Call: It helps improve the security of your account and are faster than entering a code.
- Security Key: Security keys are one of the most secure second steps for signing in to your Google Account.
How To Setup 2-Step Verification on Android Phone
- On your Android phone or tablet, open your device's Settings app Google Google Account.
- At the top, Tap Security.
- Under "Signing in to Google," Tap 2-Step Verification.
- Tap Get started.
- Follow the steps on the screen.
When you set up 2-Step Verification, you can choose your second verification step. To keep your account more secure, we recommend selecting Choose another option and setting up phone prompts or a security key.
- Phone Prompt: It helps improve the security of your account and are faster than entering a code.
- Text msg or Call: It helps improve the security of your account and are faster than entering a code.
- Security Key: Security keys are one of the most secure second steps for signing in to your Google Account.
How To Setup 2-Step Verification on Computer
- Go to your Google Account.
- On the left navigation panel, click Security.
- On the Signing in to Google panel, click 2-Step Verification.
- Click Get started.
- Follow the steps on the screen.
we recommend selecting Choose another option and setting up phone prompts or a security key.
- Phone Prompt: It helps improve the security of your account and are faster than entering a code.
- Text msg or Call: It helps improve the security of your account and are faster than entering a code.
- Security Key: Security keys are one of the most secure second steps for signing in to your Google Account.
How To Setup 2-step Verification on iPhone & iPad
- On your iPhone or iPad, open the Gmail app . Tap Menu Settings your account Manage your Google Account. If you don't use Gmail, go to myaccount.google.com.
- At the top, tap Security.
- Under "Signing in to Google," tap 2-Step Verification.
- Select Get started.
- Follow the steps on the screen.
we recommend selecting Choose another option and setting up phone prompts or a security key.
- Phone Prompt: It helps improve the security of your account and are faster than entering a code.
- Text msg or Call: It helps improve the security of your account and are faster than entering a code.
- Security Key: Security keys are one of the most secure second steps for signing in to your Google Account.
Set up backups for 2-Step Verification
Backups help you get back into your account if you forget your password, lose your phone, or can’t sign in for another reason. With backups, you’re much less likely to get locked out of your account.
- Go to your Google Account.
- Tap Security.
- On the "Signing in to Google" panel, tap 2-Step Verification.
- Add at least one additional second step like:
- Backup codes
- Authenticator app codes
- Backup phone
Set up recovery info for 2-Step Verification
If you forget your password or someone else is using your account, having updated recovery info can help you get your account back.
Add or update a recovery email address
- Go to your Google Account.
- Select Personal info.
- On the "Contact info" panel, tap Email.
- Add or update a recovery email here.
Add or update a recovery phone number
- Go to your Google Account.
- Select Personal info.
- On the "Contact info" panel, tap Phone.
- Add or update a recovery phone number here.
How To Turn Off 2-step Verification
Turn off 2-step Verification on Android:
- On your Android phone or tablet, open your device's Settings app Google Google Account.
- At the top, tap Security.
- Under "Signing in to Google," tap 2-Step Verification. You might need to sign in.
- Tap Turn off.
- Confirm by tapping Turn off.
Note: Destroy all the backup codes that you've saved for signing to this account.
Turn off 2-step Verification on Computer:
- Open your Google Account.
- In the "Security" section, select 2-Step Verification. You might need to sign in.
- Select Turn off.
- A pop-up window will appear to confirm that you want to turn off 2-Step Verification. Select Turn off.
Note: Destroy all the backup codes that you've saved for signing in to this account.
Turn off 2-step Verification on iPhone & iPad:
- On your iPhone or iPad, open the Gmail app . Tap Menu Settings your account Manage your Google Account. If you don't use Gmail, go to myaccount.google.com.
- At the top, tap Security.
- Under "Signing in to Google," tap 2-Step Verification.
- Select Turn off.
- A pop-up window will appear to confirm that you want to turn off 2-Step Verification. Select Turn off.
Note: Destroy all the backup codes that you've saved for signing in to this account.
Common issues with 2-Step Verification
- The phone was lost or stolen.
- My security key was lost or stolen.
- Work, School, or other organization accounts.
- User shouldn't use google voice to receive verification codes.
- Link to set up 2-step verification not showing.
- User Turn on 2-step verification and app on my phone or computer stopped working.
- App password not working.
- User lost his backup codes and want to revoke them.
- User Didn't receive a verification code via text message or Phone call.
- My Google Authenticator codes aren't working on Android.
If these steps don't work to Enable or Disable 2-step verification, call to Gmail Customer Support Service Phone Number
How To Enable "Less Secure App"
If "Less secure app access" is still on for your account, we recommend turning it off now and switching to more secure apps.
- Sign in to your Google Admin console.
Sign in using an administrator account, not your current account helen******@gmail.com - Click Security > Basic settings.
- Under Less secure apps, select Go to settings for less secure apps.
- In the subwindow, select the Allow users to manage their access to less secure apps radio button.
How To Disable "Less Secure App"
If "Less secure app access" is turned off for your account, you can turn it back on. We recommend switching to more secure apps instead.
- Sign in to your Google Admin console.
Sign in using an administrator account, not your current account helen*****@gmail.com - From the Admin console Home page, go to Security Basic settings.
- To see Security on the Home page, you might have to click More controls at the bottom.
- Under Less secure apps, select Go to settings for less secure apps.
- In the subwindow, select the Disable access to less secure apps for all users radio button.
Remove computers & devices from your trusted list
- Open your Google Account. You might need to sign in.
- Under "Security," select Signing into Google.
- Choose 2-Step Verification.
- Under "Devices you trust," select Revoke all.
How to Secure Gmail Email Account?
Follow the steps below to help keep your Gmail account secure from hackers:
If you think someone has unauthorized access to your account, Reset Your Gmail Password immediately. also, check complete security of your Gmail account. ( like adding account recovery phone number & Email, setting up 2-Step Verification for extra account security, and checking your account permissions.)
Gmail security tips:
- Choose a strong password
- Check your Gmail settings
- Update your browser
- Report scams, spam, and phishing
How to Add or Remove Gmail Account on a trusted
computer
Add trusted computers:
- Sign in on a computer or device you
trust.
- When you enter a verification code,
select Don't
ask again on this computer.
Remove computers & devices from your
trusted list
- Open your Google Account. You might need to sign in.
- Under "Security," select Signing in to Google.
- Choose 2-Step Verification.
- Under "Devices you trust," select Revoke all.
If these steps don't work to Enable or Disable less secure app, call to Gmail Customer Support Service Phone Number
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How To Recover Gmail Account( Video )
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