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Verify Your Identity

Google will attempt to verify that you are the account owner.

Possible verification methods include:

Option 1: Phone Number Verification

  1. A code will be sent to your registered phone number.

  2. Enter the 6-digit verification code.

  3. Click Next.

  • Option 2: Device Confirmation

    If you are logged into Gmail on another device:

    1. Google sends a notification to that device.

    2. Click Yes, it's me.

  • Option 3: Recovery Email Verification

    1. Google sends a verification code to your recovery email.

    2. Open the recovery email inbox.

    3. Copy the code.

    4. Enter it on the verification page.