Change Yahoo Password
On computer
To change your credentials from the computer, you need to get to your Yahoo settings. To do that, you can follow these steps below:
- Log into your Yahoo account.
- Click on Manage your account which you can find while hovering over your profile icon.
- From settings, select Security.
- Under Ways of signing in, click Password.
- Enter a new password and click Continue.
- Get the on-screen confirmation.
📌 You can follow these steps from any desktop browser. So whether you use Mac, Windows, or Linux, these instructions apply.
On iPhone app
The long process towards updating your email password has never been easier. Here’s how to change Yahoo password on iPhone:
- Tap your Yahoo account icon and select Settings.
- Under Accounts & Security, tap Manage accounts.
- Select the account you would like to manage.
- Tap Security.
- From there, tap Password, and create a new one.
💡 Tip: Avoid reusing old passwords or including any personal details, such as names, birthdays, or addresses.
On Android app
The process for changing your credentials on the Android Yahoo app is pretty similar to the iPhone app.
Here are the steps you can follow to change Yahoo password on Android:
- Tap your account icon in the upper-left corner.
- Select Manage accounts and choose Account info under the account you want to change.
- Tap Security settings.
- Scroll down until you find the Change password button, tap it.
- Enter your new credentials.
How to Reset Yahoo Password If You Forgot It
If you don't have access to your account, you won't be able to access your settings. But Yahoo has security steps in place to reset your Yahoo password if you forgot it:
- To start the password recovery process, go to the Yahoo sign-in helper.
- Enter your sign-in email address and phone number, recovery phone number, or recovery email address, and click Continue.
- Select your best method for authentication (backup email, app, text message, etc.).
- Enter the verification code sent to your email or text message (if applicable).
- Enter the new credentials after authenticating yourself.
If none of these options work, click the Try another way to sign in. From there, you'll be able to look up solutions on Yahoo's knowledge base or contact their customer care line to verify your account ownership through some other means.
⚠️ Important: Have you noticed that your old Yahoo emails have disappeared? It might be a sign your account was compromised — consider changing your password immediately. You can also use Privacy Monitor by Clean Email to check if your information has appeared in any known data breaches.
Read more:
- How to check your Yahoo storage limit and keep receiving new mail.
- Why Yahoo Mail is slow and how to fix the issues causing it.
FAQs
What happens after you change your password?
After you change your credentials, Yahoo will log itself out of all of your devices. This means you'll have to enter the new credentials on those devices. So, if you believe someone has stolen your account, changing your password is a good first step.
How often do I need to change my Yahoo password?
Because Yahoo holds sensitive data, some security experts recommend you change your credentials at least two to three times per year. This number might increase in cases where you have compromised passwords. Email accounts need to be changed more because of this.
What can I do if my Yahoo account was blocked?
A locked Yahoo account most often happens because someone attempted to get into your account. Whether by accident or purpose, your first step should be to try and reset your password. If your reset fails you'll need to reach out to customer service.
What can I do if my Yahoo account was hacked?
If you suspect your account was hacked, change your credentials immediately and check your recovery settings. You might also check your app settings to see if you see any unwanted, third-party mail apps or unrecognized credentials. After going through this, check your mail settings to be sure nothing was changed.
