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That's a shame. You didn't want to get back into your account, did you? Oh. You did. Guess we'll go ahead and show you how to reset your password then. 1. Go to the Instagram login page on desktop2. Click "Forgot password?""Forgot password?" Credit: Instagram 3. Enter either the email, phone number, or username you used to create your account4. Instagram will send you a link you can click on to regain access to your account and change your passwordYou also don't have to have forgotten your password in order to reset it. If you know your password and just want to change it to something different (maybe a little stronger than "Instagram1234"), here's how to do that. 1. Tap the menu icon in your Instagram profile and then tap "settings"Go to your Instagram settings Credit: Andy Moser / Instagram 2. Tap "Security" in your settings menuTap "security" Credit: Andy Moser / Instagram 3. Tap "Password" at the topTap "Password" in your Instagram security settings Credit: Andy Moser / Instagram 4. Enter your current password5. Enter what you want your new password to be6. Enter it again to confirm, and then tap "save"More Instagram tutorials
Knowing how to change your Instagram password or reset it is an important part of following good security practice for your account. It’s generally a good idea to refresh all passwords every once in a while (and ideally use one of the best password managers), and Instagram is no exception to this — even if it’s arguably less of a target for hackers due to the lack of card details stored within. So whether your login has been revealed in a data breach, you want to make things more secure (don’t use the same password across sites!) or you’ve simply forgotten what you picked first time, here’s how to change your Instagram password or reset it.
Note that these instructions are for people who use an independent login. Since its acquisition in 2012, you have been able to sign in using your Facebook credentials, and if you do this then you’ll want to change your password there instead. Assuming that you are using an independent login, here's how to change your Instagram password or reset it. How to change your Instagram password on the appFor most people, changing your Instagram password is best done via the app. 1. Open the Instagram app, and go to your profile(Image credit: Alan Martin) Start the Instagram app on Android or iOS and you’ll be greeted with the latest photos from your feed. You need to head to your profile page, and you do this by tapping your icon in the bottom right-hand corner. 2. Ensure you’re in the right accountThis will be an unnecessary step for most, but if you have multiple profiles on the app (if you have business and personal accounts, say) make sure you’re on the right one. If you’re not, simply tap the arrow next to your name and select the one you want to alter. (Image credit: Alan Martin)Tap the three horizontal lines to the right of your profile name to open the options menu. 4. Open Settings(Image credit: Alan Martin)At the very bottom of the list of options, you’ll find a cog icon and the word “Settings”. Tap it. 5. Open Security(Image credit: Alan Martin)In the submenu that opens, you’ll spot an option labelled “Security” fourth item down. Select it. 6. Select Password(Image credit: Alan Martin)The first option in the list is “Password”. Tap it. 7. Enter your new chosen passwordJust type in your current password once, and your new password twice, and you’re done. If you’ve forgotten your existing password, then there’s a link here to reset it. Don’t forget to add your new chosen login to any password managers you might be using. How to change your Instagram password on desktopThe process changing your Instagram password is pretty similar on desktop. 1. Go to the Instagram site(Image credit: Alan Martin)Head to www.instagram.com (opens in new tab). Once again, you’ll be met with a feed of photos from accounts you follow. (Image credit: Alan Martin)Press your icon in the top right-hand corner, and then click “Settings.” 3. Click “Change Password”(Image credit: Alan Martin)From the navigation list in the left-hand side, press “Change Password” — it's the second option down. 4. Pick a new password(Image credit: Alan Martin)Enter your new choice of password (twice) and your old password to confirm it’s really you, and not somebody who’s grabbed your laptop without you logging out. Once again if you’ve forgotten your password, you can reset it by pressing the link labelled “Forgot Password?” How to reset your Instagram passwordOf course none of this is much use if you can’t log in to your account in the first place. Here’s how to reset your Instagram password if you’ve forgotten it. 1. Go to the Instagram log-in page(Image credit: Alan Martin)Either open the app or head to www.instagram.com (opens in new tab). If you’re not already logged in, you’ll be met with a log-in screen that looks similar on both. 2. Press “Forgot Password?”(Image credit: Alan Martin)Underneath the login box, there’s a linked labelled “Forgot password?” Press it. 3. Confirm who you are(Image credit: Alan Martin)In order to reset a password without knowing what it is, Instagram needs something more from you. Enter either your associated email address, the account name or (if connected) your mobile phone number. Then press “Send Login Link.” 4. Follow the login link(Image credit: Alan Martin)Instagram will contact you via email with two links you can press. One logs you straight back in with the immediate option to change your password if you want. The other just lets you reset the password. Either way, enter it twice and you’re done. More Instagram tips
Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. How do you change your password on instagram if you forgot it?On the login screen, tap Forgot password above Log in. Tap Username or Phone. Enter your email address, username or phone number, then tap Next. A link will be sent to either your email or phone to help reset your password.
How can I create my new password?Remember These Strong Password Best Practices. Do not use sequential numbers or letters. ... . Do not include your birth year or birth month/day in your password. ... . Use a combination of at least eight letters, numbers, and symbols. ... . Combine different unrelated words in your password or passphrase.. |