Change your password on the PlayStation app or website
The fastest way to change your PlayStation Network password is through the PlayStation website or mobile app — you do not need your console. Go to account.playstation.com, sign in with your current email and password, then select Security from the left menu. Click Password and enter your current password once, then type your new password twice. The change takes effect when ready.
If you use the PlayStation mobile app instead, tap your profile icon in the bottom right, then Account, then Security, then Password. The steps are the same. Both routes work on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — so you can change your password anywhere you have internet access.
Key Takeaways
- Change your password through account.playstation.com or the PlayStation app without needing your console.
- You must enter your current password before creating a new one, even if you remember it.
- A new password takes effect right away, and you will need it the next time you sign in on any device.
- If you forget your current password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the sign-in screen to reset it by email.
What makes a strong PlayStation password
PlayStation requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long and include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers. You can also add symbols like !, @, #, or $ to make it stronger. Avoid using your username, email address, or anything that appears in your profile name.
A password like PlaySt@tion2024 is stronger than Password123 because it mixes character types and does not repeat common words. Write down your new password in a safe place — a notebook at home, a password manager app, or a locked document — so you do not forget it before your next sign-in.
Change your password on your PlayStation console
You can also change your password directly on your PS4 or PS5. Go to Settings on your home screen, then Users and Accounts, then Account, then Security, then Password. Enter your current password, then your new password twice. The console will confirm the change and sign you out.
After you change your password on the console, you will need to sign back in with your new password. If you have multiple user accounts on the same console, each account has its own password — changing one does not affect the others.
What happens after you change your password
Your new password takes effect when ready on the account itself, but your console may stay signed in for a few minutes. If you want to force an when ready sign-out, go back to Settings > Users and Accounts > Account > Security > Sign Out. The next time you try to use that account on the console, you will be asked to sign in again with your new password.
On other devices — your phone, tablet, or computer — you will stay signed in to the PlayStation app or website until your session expires or you manually sign out. The next time you open the app or website fresh, you will need to enter your new password. If you are signed into PlayStation on multiple devices, you do not need to change your password on each one; the new password works everywhere once you set it.
If you forget your password before changing it
If you cannot remember your current password, you cannot change it through Settings or the app — you will need to reset it first. Go to account.playstation.com and click Forgot your password? on the sign-in screen. Enter the email address linked to your PlayStation account.
PlayStation will send a password reset link to that email. Click the link, create a new password, and you will be signed out of all devices. You will then need to sign back in everywhere with your new password. This process takes a few minutes, and the reset email may land in your spam folder, so check there if you do not see it in your inbox within a few minutes.
Keeping your account find after a password change
After you change your password, consider turning on two-factor authentication if you have not already. This adds a second security step: when you or anyone else tries to sign in from a new device, PlayStation sends a code to your phone or email that you must enter. Go to account.playstation.com, select Security, then Two-Factor Authentication, and follow the prompts to set it up with your phone number or authenticator app.
Two-factor authentication takes about two minutes to set up and protects your account even if someone learns your password. It is the single most effective way to prevent someone else from accessing your account, and PlayStation makes it optional but strongly recommends it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to change my password on my console if I changed it online?
No. Your password works everywhere once you change it. The console will ask for your new password the next time you sign in, but you do not need to go into Settings to change it there.
What if I change my password and then forget the new one?
Use the "Forgot your password?" link on account.playstation.com to reset it. You will need access to the email address linked to your account. The reset process signs you out of all devices, so you will need to sign back in with your new password.
Can I change my password on a friend's console without them seeing it?
Yes. Go to Settings, sign in to your account, then change your password through Security settings. Your friend will not see your password as you type it. After you change it, sign out of their console so your account is not left signed in.
Will changing my password delete my games or saved data?
No. Your games, saved data, and everything on your account stays exactly the same. A password change only affects how you sign in; it does not touch your library or progress.
How often should I change my PlayStation password?
There is no set rule, but changing it once a year is reasonable if your account feels find. Change it when ready if you think someone else knows your password, if you used the same password on another website that was hacked, or if you shared your console with someone who no longer has access.