How to change MetaMask password or reset it?
In the absence of a password manager, it is very likely that we end up forgetting the password of our accounts. A similar situation may arise while using the MetaMask Wallet as well. Hence, if you are one such user who has forgotten the password of his wallet, then you may refer to the discussion that we are about to make in the sections to follow.
Apart from helping you reset your password, we will also guide you with comprehensive details on changing the password in case you wish to make it more strong or you suspect somebody is having access to it.
Change/reset the MetaMask password in just a few steps
Changing the MetaMask login password is also somehow associated with resetting the password. All you need is the Secret Recovery Phrase of your wallet to get through the process. Here are the easy steps to be followed:
Simply, open the MetaMask extention on your browser
Navigate to the "Login" page
When on the login screen, select the "Forgot Password?" option
Further, you can provide the secret recovery phrase of your wallet in the given blanks
Upon getting verified by the platform, you'll be asked to add a new password
Add the password and confirm the same in the given sections
This newly created password will be used for further logins
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the password you choose for your MetaMask wallet is in line with the MetaMask password length and MetaMask password format. The password length should be 8 to 12 characters and it should have both upper and lower case letters along with numbers and special characters which makes it more complex.
Instructions on MetaMask login with password
For signing into your wallet using the password that you have created during the wallet setup, you may follow the steps that are enlisted below:
Begin the process by opening the MetaMask wallet extension
As soon as you do this, you'll be taken to a new screen
On the login page, you need to enter the wallet login credentials
Make sure that these are correct and then hit the "Unlock" option
This way you can access your MetaMask wallet as and when needed
What if I forgot MetaMask password and recovery phrase?
If you forgot both your MetaMask password as well as the Secret Recovery Phrase, you may lose all your funds forever. There is no way out of this troublesome situation. However, you may try out the following remedies and see if they help:
Try to recall your password and keep entering different passwords
Look for backups and search your password manager
Get in touch with the MetaMask Support team and seek their guidance
Consult a blockchain professional
Learn more about MetaMask Secret Recovery Phrase, password, and private keys
If you wish to gain more knowledge on the said topics, I would suggest you make a visit to this web-link given underneath and you'll surely gain deep insights on the different topics related to MetaMask. https://support.metamask.io/hc/en-us/articles/4404722782107-User-Guide-Secret-Recovery-Phrase-password-and-private-keys
Top ways to fix MetaMask password not working on mobile
If you are not able to use the MetaMask login password that you use to access the wallet through its extension, then you may try out the following steps:
Please ensure that you are not making any typing mistake
Apart from that, you may try clearing the MetaMask app cache and cookies
In addition to this, you can also uninstall and reinstall the MetaMask app via https://metamask.io/download/
Additionally, you may also reset your password and try signing in using the new one
Concluding thoughts:
The write-up given above is an explanatory guide that could help you in changing or resetting your MetaMask wallet password. I hope you were able to resolve all your queries by referring to this post. Also, if you have got additional queries, try going through the FAQs section given here.
FAQs-
- Why is my MetaMask saying invalid password?
In different cases, MetaMask will show up an "Invalid password" message on your screen e.g. when you mistype your password or feed the incorrect password. Apart from that, if you have forgotten your password and have fed the incorrect password again and again, a similar message will pop up. However, you may reset your password on MetaMask by selecting the "Forgot password?" option on the login screen.
- What happens if you forgot MetaMask password?
If in any circumstances, you forget the MetaMask wallet login password, then you will surely be able to reset it. However, without having your Secret Recovery Phrase, you will not be able to change or reset your password under any circumstances. So, having access to one of the two i.e. SRP or login password is necessary to gain access to your wallet.
- How many digits is MetaMask private key?
Represented in a hexadecimal format, the MetaMask private key is a 256-bit number. It simply means that the private key will have around 0 to 15 digits and each digit in this private key will be correspondent to 4 bits. Hence, we can say that a 256-bit private key will comprise 64 hexadecimal digits.
- How do I find my MetaMask password?
The first thing that you are supposed to do after setting up your password on MetaMask is to memorize it or create a copy of it. In case you are using a Password Manager, you may check it for your MetaMask password. On the other hand, you may use your Secret Recovery Phrase to recover your wallet and assign a new password to it.
- How do I regain access to MetaMask wallet?
If you have lost access to your MetaMask, there are a few actions you can take into consideration to regain its access. First of all, you need to cross-check your login credentials or use the Secret recovery phrase to assign a new password to your wallet. Apart from that, if you have exported the Private Key or the JSON file of MetaMask, then you surely can import your wallet on a new device.
- What does it mean to lock your MetaMask wallet?
Locking your MetaMask wallet simply means that you are taking the necessary actions to secure your wallet with the help of the password or the PIN. This action is during the wallet setup process. If you are logged into your wallet, you simply need to click on the MetaMask icon and hit the "Lock" button to lock your wallet. Once it is locked, you can only unlock it by using the password assigned to it.