How to Reset the WordPress Admin Password?

Steve

Steve

Last updated on Nov 6, 2026

Resetting your WordPress Admin Password

  1. Go to your WordPress login page (e.g. wordpressite.com/wp-admin).

  2. Click on Lost your password? found at the bottom of the login screen.

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  1. Enter your WordPress Username or Email Address of your WordPress admin user, then click on Get New Password.

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  1. You will receive an email with the subject [WordPress Site] Password Resetwhich contains the link to reset your password.

  2. Click on that link where you will be allowed to enter your new password (and confirmed password).