Complete Steps to Recover Your Forgotten Google Account Password

If you have lost your Google account then no need to worry as this guide will help you with recovery process. In this article, we will explain you the steps by which you can learn how to recover your Google account if you have lost password, email address or if you are locked out of your account. 

How to recover Google account with phone number/email address

If you forgot your Google account/ Gmail password then follow the below steps for recovery – 

  • First on your browser open www.accounts.google.com.

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  • Then, enter your email address and click on “Next”. 

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  • Now, select “Try another way” option from the password page after clicking ‘Forgot password’.

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  • Google may now show you option of sending code on your alternate email ID. If you don’t have access to it then again tap on “Try another way”.

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  • Thereafter, you may get an option of getting a code on your phone number. If you do not have access to the number then click on “I don’t have my phone”.

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  • Now, Google will send you a sign in link in 6hrs. So wait patiently to receive that link from Google.
  • However, if you have access to your phone or alternate email to receive code, then your process will be much more quicker and smooth.

Hence, by above instructions you can easily recover your Google account using phone number or recovery email address in case of forgotten password. 

Follow the steps to recover Google account without recovery email address

If you can’t access your Google account because you forgot your email address then follow the below steps for your Google account recovery:

  • Start by opening “www.account.google.com” on your web browser. 

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  • Select “Forgot email?” option.

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  • Here, punch in your phone number or alternate recovery email which you selected at time of account creation. Then click on “Next”.

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  • Thereafter, enter your first and last name in their respective fields and tap on “Next”.

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  • Now, you will get a code on your phone number or recovery email (depending on the option you chose earlier).
  • Enter the code in the box and tap on “Next”. 

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  • Now, you will see list of all your accounts (incase of multiple accounts). Select the account for which you want to recover Google account password and click on “Next”. 

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  • Once the Google has verified that you are the rightful owner of account, you will get an option to create a new password. 
  • Moreover, make sure to update your newly created password in all your devices. 

By following the above steps you have learned how to recover Google account password in simple to follow steps. 

How to recover Google account without any code - using security questions

  • Open your google sign in page > enter email id > tap next.

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  • Click forgot password > enter last password > tap next.

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  • If your account is configured with phone, you will get the notification.

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  • If you don’t see the  notification > click on ‘I don’t have my phone’.

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  • Now, you will see the security questions. Try to answer them as accurately as possible.

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  • Further, If you are able to answer correctly then Google will provide you an option to create new password.

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So, by using the above steps you can recover your Google account using security questions (without phone number or email address).

Google account recovery page for hacked or locked accounts

In case of a hacked account or if you don’t have access to recovery phone or email, go through the below instructions to recover Google account-

Useful tips to remember for Google account recovery 

If you are continuously getting “Google couldn’t verify this account belongs to you” message, try doing the recovery steps again after following below tips- 

  • When Google asks you questions during the recovery process, try to answer all the questions. However, if you do not remember the answer for a particular question, try guessing it but don’t leave it blank. 
  • Try logging in your Google account from same IP address which you always use. 
  • Moreover, attempt to logging in from same device (PC, iPhone etc) and same browser to increase the chances of recovery. 
  • Further, try to remember your security questions answer. If you fail, then try to re enter it again with a new combination. For example try LA and Los Angeles as its variation. 
 
Conclusion: 
 
This article teaches complete steps on how to recover Google account in all scenarios. Make sure to answer all the questions as accurately as you can. Furthermore, consider the tips given above before you begin the recovery process to enhance your chances of success. 
 

Question's Asked By the People

This depends on case-to-case basis. If you have your recovery phone number or email address, then it can be recovered within few minutes. If not, then it may take up to 48 hours.

No, a deleted account can not be recovered again.

Yes it can be recovered. However, it is subjected to Google’s final decision depending on the answers submitted by you.