Changing the Linksys cloud account password using the Linksys app

This article will give you step-by-step instructions on how to change the password of your Linksys cloud account using the Linksys app.

Before you begin:
 

  • You must be logged out from your Linksys cloud account.  To do this, tap on the menu icon at the upper-left side of the screen and go to Account or My Account > Log Out.


NOTE:  Images may vary depending on the device you're using.  In the example below, an Android™ device is used.
 

Step 1:
On the Linksys app login page, tap Log in.
 

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Step 2:
On the Use Email tab, tap Forgot Password? to start the process of changing your password. 
 

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Step 3:
Enter your Email Address then tap Reset Password. 
 

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Step 4:
On the next screen, tap Close. 
 

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Step 5:
Check your email and open the message from the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Mailer.
 

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Step 6:
Once you've opened the message, tap on the Click Here link to reset your password.
 

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Step 7:
On the Password Reset page, enter and verify your new password then tap Ok.
 

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QUICK TIP:  For better security, avoid using a password similar to the previous one.


You should now have successfully changed your password. 
 

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To check if your new password is working, launch the Linksys app again and log in using your email address and new password.
 

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