How to change your social media password
This guide shows how to change or reset your password on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn, with links to our X and YouTube guides. It also covers what makes a strong password and why shared passwords are one of the biggest risks for brand accounts.
Changing your social media password is one of the quickest ways to secure an account, especially if you've reused it elsewhere or think someone else knows it. Here's how to change or reset it on each platform.
How to change your Instagram password
- Go to your profile, tap the menu and open Accounts Center.
- Tap Password and security, then Change password.
- Choose your Instagram account, enter your current password and your new one, and save.
Forgot your Instagram password? On the login screen, tap Forgot password?, enter your username, email or phone number, and follow the link or code Instagram sends.
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How to change your TikTok password
- Go to your Profile, tap the menu, then Settings and privacy.
- Tap Account, then Password.
- Enter the code TikTok sends to your phone or email, then create your new password.
Forgot your TikTok password? On the login screen, tap Forgot password?, choose phone or email, and enter the code TikTok sends.
How to change your Facebook password
- Open the menu, then Settings & privacy > Settings, and go to Accounts Center.
- Tap Password and security, then Change password.
- Choose your Facebook account, enter your current and new password, and save.
Forgot your Facebook password? Tap Forgot password? on the login page and follow the steps to get a reset code.
How to change your LinkedIn password
- Click Me, then Settings & Privacy.
- Select Sign in & security, then Change password.
- Enter your current password and your new one twice, then click Save.
Forgot your LinkedIn password? Click Forgot password? on the sign-in page and enter your email or phone number to get a reset link.
How to change your X or YouTube password
We've written step-by-step guides for these two platforms:
What makes a strong social media password?
- At least 12 characters, using a mix of words, numbers and symbols.
- Unique to each account. Reused passwords are one of the most common ways accounts get hacked.
- Stored in a password manager, not a spreadsheet, note or chat thread.
- Backed up by two-factor authentication, so a stolen password isn't enough on its own.
Why shared passwords put brand accounts at risk
On brand accounts, the same password is often shared between the social team, agencies and freelancers. Every new person who knows it is another way in for an attacker, and when someone leaves, the password rarely gets changed. That's why password sharing is one of the biggest risks for brand accounts.
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