What do I do if I get locked out of my Gmail account?

Step 1: Protect your account with recovery info
  1. Sign in to the recovery phone section of your Google Account.
  2. From here, you can: Select Add a recovery phone. Change your recovery phone: Next to your number, select Edit. . Delete your recovery phone: Next to your number, select Delete. .
  3. Follow the steps on the screen.
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How can I get my Gmail back after being locked out?

Recover Your Gmail Account Password
  1. Open the Gmail sign-in page.
  2. Enter the username.
  3. Select Forgot password now or try the password you vaguely remember. ...
  4. On the Account recovery page, follow the prompt to Enter the last password that you remember using with this Google Account.
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How do I contact Google if my account is locked?

How to recover quickly if you get locked out of Google
  1. Go to Google One.
  2. Click the Call button at the top of the screen.
  3. Tell the person who answers that you're locked out. They should be able to help you.
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How long will I be locked out of my Gmail?

This block may last from a minute to 24 hours, or even 30 to 40 hours depending on the type of activity detected by the system. These activities include: Sending a large number of emails that go undelivered.
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Does Google have a 24 hour customer service number?

Other Customer Service options

- Customer Care number toll free at: 1-800-419-0157.
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How Do I Recover My Gmail Account Without My Recovery Email or Phone?



How do I call Google customer service?

United States: +1-650-206-5555, +1-650-763-0461, +1-855-593-8213.
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How can I recover my Google account password without phone number and email?

How to Recover Gmail Password without Phone Number and Recovery Email via Google Account Recovery?
  1. Go to Google Recovery Account. ...
  2. Enter Your Email. ...
  3. Select 'Try another way to sign in' ...
  4. Click on 'Try another way' ...
  5. Click on 'Try another way' Again. ...
  6. Wait for Next 48 Hours. ...
  7. Check Your Email for the Recovery Link.
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Why does it take 48 hours to recover Google account?

Account recovery requests can be delayed for a few hours or a number of days, depending on a variety of risk factors. For example, if you added more security to your account by setting up 2-Step Verification, your account recovery request might be delayed for longer.
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How many attempts does Gmail allow?

A failed login attempt is defined as 6 consecutive unsuccessful login attempts made from a device, with each subsequent unsuccessful attempt counting as an additional failed attempt.
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How do I change my Gmail account without phone number?

How to add or change a recovery phone number for Gmail using Android
  1. Step 1: Open your device's Settings app next open Google>Manage your Google Account.
  2. Step 2: At the top, tap Security.
  3. Step 3: Under 'Ways we can verify it's you', tap Recovery phone. ...
  4. From here you can Add, a recovery phone.
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How do I speak to a live person at Gmail?

Messaging with Support
  1. Log into the Conversational Cloud.
  2. Expand the Connection Area by clicking the three 3 vertical dots on the right of the browser.
  3. Click on the message icon to contact LivePerson.
  4. Start messaging.
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Can I chat with Google Support?

Go to Google website and click on live chat. The live chat assistant will immediately join the chat. Explain the Google issue to them. They will give you the best possible resolution.
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Is there a live chat for Google?

To create a LiveChat account with your Google account, go to accounts.livechat.com and click on Create an account. Scroll down the signup form and click on Sign up with Google. You will be redirected to Google. Choose the account you wish to use to proceed and enter your password.
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What to do if Google couldn't verify this account belongs to you?

If you don't get the option to verify it's you, you can:
  1. Stay signed in to your Google Account on your Android phone for at least 7 days. ...
  2. Add a recovery phone number to your Google Account and wait at least 7 days. ...
  3. Add a security key to your Google Account if you turned on 2-Step Verification and wait at least 7 days.
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How can I recover my lost email id?

Visit the Gmail username recovery page. Enter your recovery email address in the 'Email' field and click submit. Type the letters in the distorted picture in the appropriate field, and click Submit. A list of any usernames associated with that recovery email address will be sent to the address you provided.
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How do I verify my Google Account if I changed my phone number?

At the top, tap Security. Under "Ways we can verify it's you," tap Recovery phone. Follow the steps on the screen to re-add your number. To keep using your number in other Google services, go to those services and re-add it.
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How can I access my Gmail account without 2 step verification?

Turn off 2-Step Verification
  1. Open your Google Account.
  2. In the "Security" section, select 2-Step Verification. You might need to sign in.
  3. Select Turn off.
  4. A pop-up window will appear to confirm that you want to turn off 2-Step Verification. Select Turn off.
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What happens to 2-step verification if I lost my phone?

If you didn't save your backup codes, and you've lost the phone that you use for 2FA – try calling your phone network to transfer your old number over to a new phone. You'll need a new SIM card for that, and it could take a day or two for it to activate.
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What is Google backup code?

Backup codes are 10-digit numbers that you print out and keep with you in case you lose access to other 2nd steps. They can be useful when you do not have your cell phone. Each backup code can be used only once, however, you can get a new set of codes any time.
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How can I find my Gmail phone number?

Steps to Find All Gmail Accounts
  1. Google will ask to send passcode on mobile number or recovery mail as per the entries made by you. Click on Next.
  2. Now enter the passcode and the Gmail account linked with your phone number or e-mail address will be displayed.
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How long do you have to wait after too many login attempts Gmail?

Solution 1: Wait for 24 Hours

If you sign in with Google prompts, make sure you don't lose access to the device. This can create serious problems if you lose your phone, or it suddenly gets damaged.
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How long do you have to wait after too many login attempts?

What can I do if I am locked out of my account after too many failed login attempts? If you locked yourself out due to too many failed login attempts, you will need to wait at least 4 hours for security reasons before you can try again.
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How long do you have to wait to reset Gmail password?

Important: If you're running Android 5.1 and up, you need to wait 24 hours after changing your password to do a factory reset.
...
Change your password
  1. On your Android phone or tablet, open your device's Settings app Google. ...
  2. At the top, tap Security.
  3. Under "Signing in to Google," tap Password.
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Can you call Google?

You can call Google customer support at 650-253-0000. The number leads to an operator service called "the Googleplex" that is based at Google's headquarters in Mountain View, California.
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