How to change a password in Evernote

Evernote requires a strong password because it works across many devices and platforms. Unfortunately, the note-taking app is just as prone to security breaches as other big-name cloud-based services. The only way to protect your data is to change your Evernote password. Fortunately, this is a relatively simple process.

This article will explain how to change your Evernote password.

How to change Evernote password through a browser

Don’t wait until a global security breach occurs to change your Evernote password. Get into the habit of resetting your password frequently. Hackers’ tricks are becoming more sophisticated every day. They target accounts with weak passwords. If your current Evernote password is easy to guess, follow these steps to change it:

1. Login to your account.
   
2. Tap your profile name. Under Account Information, select “Settings.”
   
3. On the Account Summary tab, select “Sign in and security” and then click “Go to your profile.”
   
4. Go to Password and click “Change Password.”
   
5. Type your old password in the first box. Enter your new password in the box below.
   
6. Confirm your new password and press “Update.”
   

How to change your Evernote password if you can’t log in

If you forget your Evernote password, it could use up all your login attempts and risk locking your account. To avoid this situation, do not enter your current password more than once. Instead, follow these steps:

1. Try logging into your account settings to turn on “Forgot Password.”
   
2. Click “I forgot my password.”
   
3. Evernote will ask you to enter your email address or username.
   
4. Click “Send Verification Email.”
   
5. Sign in to your email account and check your inbox for a password reset link.
6. If you can’t find a password reset link, open your spam folder. If you missed it, open your corporate email filter in case the reset message went there.
7. Click the reset link and wait for it to be redirected to Evernote.
   
8. Follow the simple instructions we shared above to change your current password.
   

How to change your Evernote password without your email address

Maybe you stopped using the email address you used to open your Evernote account. Or maybe you forgot the login details for your recovery email address. Whatever the case, you can change your Evernote password without losing your email address.

1. Visit the Customer Support page.
   
2. Open a new support ticket and choose the “Continue as guest” message.
   
3. An explanation box will appear. Enter any email address you remember using in Evernote in the box.
   
4. Tell Evernote if you’ve used a paid subscription service before. You may support your claim by attaching proof of prior payment. If you process Evernote payments with PayPal, look for this receipt in your transaction history.
5. You can also mention any gift codes you used to access the paid subscription service. Share the code, as Evernote can verify your account with it.
6. If you remember your username, add it here.
7. Now add the email address you are currently using.
8. Submit your support ticket and wait for a customer service representative to resolve your issue.
   

What to do if you can’t find the email link to reset your password

If you don’t see the email with the link to reset your password, open your spam folder and corporate email filter. After confirming that the message does not appear, perform the following action:

• Check if your email provider’s domain has a safe senders list. If so, add the email [email protected] to the sender list. Alternatively, add it to your email contacts.
• Check with Evernote support if you still can’t see the password reset link message.
• You need to open a support ticket and share relevant details in the explanation box. Although your passwords are vital, you should not put them in the explanation box.
• Share your current email address.
• After you submit the ticket, Evernote will confirm receipt by sending a message to your email address. Wait for them to verify your account and help you reset your password.

How to enable two-step verification for Evernote account

A strong Evernote password is the first way to protect your sensitive data. You can make your Evernote account even more secure by activating the two-step verification code. After doing so, Evernote will send you a unique code. First, you will enter your username and password. The system will then ask you to enter your 2FA code or unique pin to access your account. Do not share this pin with anyone or save it in a vulnerable place. Make sure your PIN is easy to remember to avoid a more complicated password change procedure.

Here’s how to activate two-step verification for your account:

1. Sign in to your Evernote account.
   
2. Navigate to the “Profile” icon. Click “Account Summary” to view the Security Summary.
   
3. Below the Security Summary, you’ll see the Two-Step Verification row. Under Two-Step Verification is not enabled, tap “Enable.”
   
4. Click “Continue” and then tap “Send Verification Email.”
   
5. Open your email address and look for an Evernote message with a unique verification code.
6. Return to the Evernote page and enter this code correctly.
   
7. Go to the next page, where you will need to enter your mobile phone number and verify it with a code sent by SMS.
   
8. Next, create an authentication code and save it in a safe place.

How to block other people with a password

Do you use Evernote for iOS and Android? If so, you can make your account more secure with a password. Setting this passcode will lock everyone else out of your Evernote account. A passcode adds an extra layer of security to your valuable notes. You can unlock a password-locked Evernote account with your face or fingerprint, although that’s optional.

Create a password lock for an Apple device

1. Sign in to your Evernote app.
   
2. Tap the three lines that make up the menu button.
   
3. Use the navigation menu to access “Settings”.
   
4. Tap the Settings gear icon and click Passcode.
   
5. Click Activate Password.
   
6. If you want to unlock the passcode with your face, tap “Unlock with Face ID”. To unlock Evernote with a fingerprint, choose “Unlock with Touch ID.”
   

Create a password lock for an Android device

1. Sign in to your Evernote account.
   
2. Tap the menu button to view the navigation menu.
   
3. Navigate to the Settings button and click to open it.
   
4. Tap the password and then activate the password.
   
5. Not all Android devices have the Fingerprint Unlock feature. If your device does, it will work automatically after you set up a password lock for Evernote.

Frequent questions

How often should I change my Evernote password?

We recommend that you reset your Evernote password regularly. The last Evernote breach attack in 2013 was serious. The app requested millions of users around the world to reset their passwords. Don’t wait until something like this happens again. Now that you know how to change your Evernote password, try resetting it several times a year.

Stop unauthorized access with a new password

Changing your Evernote password is easy. If Evernote has asked you to reset your password or you’ve lost your login details, follow our simple instructions. You can increase the security of your account by setting up a password lock and two-step verification code. If in doubt, contact Evernote customer support by submitting a ticket.