Regularly resetting your Facebook password is one good habit to boost its security level. If you have forgotten your password or just want to change it for security reasons then this is how you can do so very quickly: Let’s get started!
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Why Change Your Facebook Password?
Before we go through the steps, you need to understand why you should change your password.
1. Security Enhancement
- Prevent Unauthorized Access: Changing your password at regular intervals ensures that unauthorized persons cannot access or use your account.
- Protect Personal Information: A strong, unique password helps protect your personal information and privacy.
2. Forgotten Password
- Regain Access: Resetting your password gets you access to the account again.
- Update Credentials: Keeping your password updated ensures that you can always log in without issues.
3. Account Recovery
- Security Breach: If you think someone has access to your Facebook account, You should think about changing the password for it.
- Phishing Attempts: changing your password should be performed if you have received some strange messages and emails notifying that your account is under a potential threat.
Steps to Change Your Facebook Password
Here I discuss some different ways of how you can change your Password on Facebook.
Using the Facebook Mobile App
- Open Facebook App: Start by opening the Facebook app on your smartphone.
- Go to Menu:
- Tap on the three horizontal lines (menu) at the bottom right corner (iOS) or top right corner (Android).
- Access Settings:
- Scroll down and tap on Settings & Privacy.
- Select Settings.
- Change Password:
- Under the Security section, tap on Security and Login.
- Scroll down to the Login section and tap on Change password.
- Enter your current password, then your new password, and re-enter the new password for confirmation.
Using the Facebook Website on a Computer
- Log into Facebook: Open your preferred web browser and go to the Facebook website. Log into your account if you haven’t already.
- Access Settings:
- Click on the downward arrow at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select Settings & Privacy, then Settings.
- Change Password:
- Click on Security and Login in the left-hand menu.
- Under the Login section, click on Change password.
- Enter your current password, then your new password, and re-enter the new password for confirmation.
- Click Save Changes.
Using the Facebook Lite App
- Open Facebook Lite App: Start by opening the Facebook Lite app on your smartphone.
- Go to Menu:
- Tap on the three horizontal lines (menu) at the top right corner.
- Access Settings:
- Scroll down and tap on Settings.
- Change Password:
- Under the Security section, tap on Security and Login.
- Scroll down to the Login section and tap on Change password.
- Enter your current password, then your new password, and re-enter the new password for confirmation.
- Tap Save Changes.
What Happens After Changing Your Password?
After changing your password:
- Automatic Logout: You will log out of your Facebook account from all other devices except for the device you used to perform the password change.
- Update Saved Passwords: You will need to update your password on different browsers and devices.
- Enhanced Security: Improves security on your account thus reducing the chances of unauthorized access.
Tips for Creating a Strong Password
1. Use a Mix of Characters: Ensure your password includes a combination of:
- Uppercase Letters: A-Z
- Lowercase Letters: a-z
- Numbers: 0-9
- Special Characters: !, @, #, $, %, ^, &, *
2. Avoid Common Words and Phrases
- No Personal Information: Do not use anything that you could easily guess like your name and birthday these are very common words.
- Unique Phrases: From a catchy phrase, make the password too unique, and other than trying to guess it is tricky.
3. Regularly Update Your Password
- Periodic Changes: Update your password every few months (or weeks) to ensure the security of the account.
- Monitor for Breaches: If you see any suspicious activity, simply change your password.
4. Use a Password Manager
- Manage Multiple Passwords: Using a password manager, you can create strong, unique passwords for all your accounts.
- Easy Access: They provide a secure method to access of your passwords without having to remember them all.
Conclusion
Here is an easy and small measure to enhance the security of your account. Note that you must follow this step no matter what because protecting your Facebook account means a lot. With the steps mentioned above you are able to seamlessly update your password in-app, on the website, and Lite app. Always make sure to have a good and one-of-a-kind password for this as you do not want your information here behind threatened.
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