Change your PSN password directly from your account settings on any device

You can change your PlayStation Network password through the PSN website, a PlayStation console, or the PlayStation app on your phone. The fastest route is the website: sign in to your account at account.playstation.com, go to Security, select Password, enter your current password, type your new one twice, and save. On a console, go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Change Password. On the mobile app, tap your profile icon, select Account, then Security, then Password. All three methods take about two minutes and take effect when ready across all your devices.

Whichever method you choose, you will be signed out of all your devices after the change completes. This is a security feature — it prevents anyone else from staying logged in if they had access to your account. You will need to sign back in on each device using your new password.

Key Takeaways

  • The PSN website at account.playstation.com is the fastest way to change your password and works from any computer or phone browser.
  • Your new password must be at least 8 characters long and include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and a symbol.
  • After you change your password, you will be signed out of all devices and will need to sign back in with your new password.
  • If you forget your current password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the sign-in page to reset it through your email address.
  • Changing your password does not affect your saved payment methods, game library, or friends list — only your login credentials change.

What password requirements PSN enforces

PlayStation Network requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long. Your password must contain all four of these types of characters: uppercase letters (A–Z), lowercase letters (a–z), numbers (0–9), and at least one symbol from this set: ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) - _ = +

PSN will reject passwords that contain your username, your email address, or sequences like "12345" or "abcde". If you try to set a password that does not meet these rules, the system will tell you which requirement you missed and let you try again. You cannot reuse any of your last five passwords.

How to change your password on a PlayStation 5 or PS4

On your console, press the PS button to open the control center. Select your profile icon in the top right, then select Profile. Scroll down and select Account. Select Other, then Change Password. Enter your current password, then enter your new password twice. Select Change to confirm.

The console will sign you out after the change is complete. When you sign back in, use your new password. If you have multiple user accounts on the console, each account has its own PSN password — changing one does not affect the others.

What happens to your devices after you change your password

When you change your PSN password, you are automatically signed out of every device where you were logged in — your console, your phone, your computer, and any other device linked to your account. This is a security feature that prevents someone else from staying logged in if they had access to your account.

You will need to sign back in on each device using your new password. If you have a console set as your "primary PS5" or "primary PS4", you can stay signed in on that console even if other accounts on it need to sign in again — but your own account will still be logged out and will need your new password to return.

Resetting your password if you forget the current one

Go to the PSN sign-in page at www.playstation.com and select "Forgot your password?" below the password field. Enter your email address or username. PlayStation will send a password reset link to the email address on file for your account. Click that link, and you will be taken to a page where you can set a new password.

The reset link expires after 24 hours. If it expires, you can request a new one. If you no longer have access to the email address on your account, you will need to contact PlayStation Support through their website to verify your identity and regain access.

When to change your PSN password for security

Change your password if you have shared it with someone who no longer needs access, if you used the same password on another website that was breached, or if you think someone else may have seen it. You do not need to change it on a set schedule — once is enough unless one of those situations applies.

If you suspect someone has accessed your account without permission, change your password when ready, then check your account security settings. Go to account.playstation.com, select Security, and review your sign-in activity and connected devices. Remove any devices you do not recognize.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my password delete my games or friends list?

No. Your password only controls who can sign into your account. Your game library, trophies, friends, messages, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Only your login credentials change.

Can I change my password on my phone?

Yes. Open the PlayStation app, tap your profile icon at the bottom, select Account, then Security, then Password. You can also use any web browser to go to account.playstation.com and change it there — this method works the same way on phone or computer.

What if I change my password but still can't sign in?

Wait a few minutes — sometimes it takes a moment for the change to sync across PlayStation's servers. If you still cannot sign in after 10 minutes, double-check that you are typing your new password correctly, including uppercase and lowercase letters. If you are still stuck, use the "Forgot your password?" link to reset it again.

Do I need to change my password on each console separately?

No. Changing your password in one place changes it everywhere. If you change it on the website, it takes effect on your PS5, PS4, phone app, and any other device. You only need to change it once.

Can someone sign in to my account if they know my old password?

No. Once you change your password, the old one stops working when ready. Anyone trying to use the old password will be denied access. This is why changing your password is effective if you think someone else may have had access to your account.