Change WordPress Password

Changing your password is important. Your password should be secure and unique to your WordPress account. If your account is hacked or threatened, you should change your passwords to maintain security. Read more about passwords and cybersecurity from Techno Goober. If you need any help logging in or managing your website, call Techno Goober at (302) 645-7177 or email us online.

Changing the password on your WordPress account is relatively easy. Follow the steps below to change your WordPress account password. Don’t forget to save the password in a secure password keeper or in a password journal for future reference.

 


 

How Do I Change my WordPress Password?

Step 1: Start by logging into your WordPress account. You can follow these instructions for logging into WordPress.

Step 2: After logging into WordPress, click Profile in the left navigation panel.

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Step 3: Clicking Profile will take you to your profile settings. Scroll down until you see Account Management at the bottom. 

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Step 4: Click Generate Password and type in your desired password. You can see the password you are typing by clicking the “Hide” icon. Ensure the password you have selected is Strong

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Step 5: Click Update Profile to save your new password. Remember to update your password in your secure password keeper or password journal to avoid any confusion in the future. 

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