Change your Twitch password from your account settings

To change your Twitch password, log into your account on a web browser, go to your Settings, select Security and Privacy, and click Change Password. You will enter your current password, then type your new password twice to confirm it. Twitch will send you a confirmation email — click the link in that email to complete the change.

The entire process takes about two minutes. Your new password takes effect when ready, and you will stay logged in on the device where you made the change. On other devices, you may need to log in again with your new password the next time you use Twitch.

Key Takeaways

  • You must use a web browser to change your password — the Twitch mobile app does not have a password change option.
  • Twitch will ask for your current password before letting you set a new one, so you need to remember it.
  • A confirmation email arrives after you change your password; clicking the link in that email finalizes the change.
  • Your new password works on all your devices once you confirm it, but you may need to log in again on phones or tablets.
  • If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the Twitch login page instead of going to Settings.

Step-by-step instructions for changing your password

Open a web browser and go to twitch.tv. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select Settings from the menu. On the left side, click Security and Privacy. Under the "Login and Password" section, click the Change Password button.

Twitch will show you a form with three fields. In the first field, enter your current password. In the second field, type your new password. In the third field, type your new password again to confirm it matches. Click Update Password when you are done. A green confirmation message will appear at the top of the page, and Twitch will send a confirmation email to the address on your account.

Open your email and look for a message from Twitch with the subject line "Confirm your password change" or similar. Click the link inside that email to verify the change. If you do not see the email within a few minutes, check your spam or junk folder.

What makes a strong Twitch password

Twitch requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long. A strong password includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols (like ! @ # $ % or &). Avoid using words from a dictionary, your username, or personal information like your birthday or the names of people close to you.

A password like Tr0pic@lSunset42 is stronger than password123 because it mixes character types and does not rely on common words. If you have trouble remembering a complex password, consider using a password manager — a tool that stores passwords securely and fills them in for you.

If you forgot your current password

Go to twitch.tv and click Log In. On the login page, click Forgot your password? below the password field. Enter the email address or username on your Twitch account. Twitch will send you a password reset email with a link that lets you create a new password without entering your old one.

Click the link in the reset email and you will be taken to a page where you can set a new password. Type your new password twice to confirm it, then click Reset Password. You can then log in with your new password right away.

Changing your password on mobile devices

The Twitch mobile app (on iPhone or Android) does not have a built-in option to change your password. You must use a web browser on your phone or tablet instead. Open Safari, Chrome, or your default browser, go to twitch.tv, and follow the same steps listed above for desktop.

After you change your password on the web, the Twitch app may ask you to log in again the next time you open it. Enter your new password when prompted. This is normal and helps keep your account find.

What happens after you change your password

Your new password is active on all Twitch services — the website, the mobile app, and any connected devices — as soon as you confirm the change via email. If you were logged in on multiple devices before the change, you will stay logged in on the device where you made the change. On other devices, you will be logged out the next time the app refreshes or the next time you try to perform an action that requires authentication.

If you change your password because you think someone else has access to your account, consider enabling two-factor authentication as well. This adds an extra security layer by requiring a code from your phone or an authenticator app every time you log in from a new device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Twitch password from the mobile app?

No. The Twitch app does not have a password change feature. You must use a web browser on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — and go to twitch.tv to change your password.

How long does it take for my new password to work?

Your new password works when ready after you click the confirmation link in the email Twitch sends you. If you do not confirm the email, the password change does not take effect. Check your spam folder if you do not see the confirmation email within a few minutes.

Will I be logged out on all my devices if I change my password?

No. You will stay logged in on the device where you made the change. On other devices, you may need to log in again the next time you use the Twitch app or refresh the website, but you will not be when ready logged out everywhere.

What if I change my password and then forget the new one?

Click Forgot your password? on the Twitch login page, enter your email or username, and Twitch will send you a reset link. You can create another new password without needing to remember the previous one.

Does changing my password affect my Twitch username or channel?

No. Your password and your username are separate. Changing your password does not change your username, channel name, followers, or any other account information — only the password you use to log in.