How to change your password on Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll is the reference platform for anime lovers. But just because the platform doesn’t host highly sensitive content doesn’t mean you should let your guard down when it comes to the security of your account. You will often find yourself in situations that warrant changing your current password. Additionally, it’s easy to forget a password, so knowing how to regain access to your account can be helpful.

If you have forgotten your Crunchyroll account or simply want to change your current one to a more powerful version, don’t worry. This article will guide you through the steps to change your Crunchyroll password regardless of which device you are using.

How to change the password on Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll comes as a web and mobile application. Fortunately, both platforms provide users with an intuitive interface that makes it easy to change or reset passwords. Below are detailed steps to change your Crunchyroll password on various platforms.

How to change Crunchyroll password on a computer

Changing your Crunchyroll password on a computer is pretty simple.

1. Open your preferred web browser and access crispy roll website.
   
2. Click on the avatar at the top right.
   
3. In the drop-down menu, click “My Account.”
   
4. On the right side, press “Settings”.
   
5. Choose “Change Password” from the menu that appears.
   
6. Add your current password in the first text box and the new password in the last two fields.
   
7. Press the “CHANGE PASSWORD” button and wait briefly for the account changes to take effect.
   

Crunchyroll will send an email notification confirming a successful update of your account password.

Please note that the steps above only apply to users who are already logged into their accounts.

What happens if I have forgotten my password?

In case you have forgotten your password and logged out of your account, here is how you can reset it:

1. Launch your favorite browser and go to the platform official website.
   
2. Go to the login page and click on the link that says “I forgot my password.”
   
3. Enter the email associated with your Crunchyroll account and press the “SEND” button.
   
4. Go to your email account and open the email you just received from Crunchyroll.
   
5. Access the password reset link “click here”.
   
6. Enter and confirm the new password.
7. Click the “Reset” button to open the login page.

Changing your password will sign you out of all your devices. You will have to sign in again with updated credentials.

How to change Crunchyroll password on a mobile device

Those who don’t have access to a computer can also update their Crunchyroll password via a mobile device.

1. Start the Crunchyroll app on your mobile device.
   
2. Tap the “Profile” icon at the bottom right.
   
3. Click “My Account.”
   
4. Then press “Settings”.
   
5. Select “Change Password.”
   
6. Type the current password in the first text field.
   
7. Type the new password in the last two fields.
   
8. Then tap on the “CHANGE PASSWORD” option. If you forgot your password, tap the link that says “Forgot my password” and follow the instructions on the screen.
   

If you follow the steps above and update your password successfully, you should receive an email notification confirming that your Crunchyroll password has been changed. Also, note that the steps above are similar for iPhone and android apps. The steps should also work for iPad users.

Secure your Crunchyroll account

Crunchyroll usually sends email notifications to users whenever they update their passwords. This feature helps protect accounts and keeps users informed whenever suspicious activity occurs.

If you receive this notification but are sure you did not change your password, it means that someone else has unauthorized access to your account. In that case, please reply to the email and inform customer service that you have not changed your password. The team will close the account immediately and do everything possible to resolve the issue.

Password security

Users should be imaginative when creating passwords. Using a strong password is a smart move for those who prioritize account security.

A strong password must have some attributes:

• Must include 12 or more characters.
• It must contain both lowercase and uppercase characters.
• It must consist of both symbols and numbers.
• It should differ from passwords used for other websites and mobile applications.
• It should be easy for the owner to remember, but difficult for other users to guess or decipher.

Protect passwords

There are some guidelines for protecting passwords:

• Never share your password with anyone, not even family and friends.
• Never write your password on a piece of paper or notebook. Instead, type a hint for the actual password. Once you’ve written down the clue, store it in a hidden place, preferably in a safe that only you can access.
• Never share an unencrypted password over messaging platforms that are not reliably secure. Some examples include Facebook and email.
• Never use the same password for two different web or mobile applications. Users concerned about forgetting their passwords should use a reliable and secure password manager to preserve them.
• Please double-check the URL of the website you are accessing before providing sensitive information such as login credentials and credit card information. Hackers can present you with a replica of the website and hijack any sensitive information you provide.

Additional FAQs

How often can users change their Crunchyroll passwords?

Crunchyroll does not limit the number of times users can change their passwords. Therefore, take advantage of this feature by changing your password frequently to avoid security breaches.

Why can’t I reset my Crunchyroll password?

Unfortunately, Crunchyroll only allows users who provide the email associated with their account to reset their passwords. If the email presented does not match the one in the database, the user will not be able to receive a reset link.

If you forgot your current email, just enter all your email IDs and see which one works. Contact the support team for help if nothing works. Alternatively, you can create a new account.

How can I know my Crunchyroll password?

Crunchyroll prioritizes the safety of its users. Therefore, they do not show passwords (encrypted or not) on the dashboard. If you forgot your password, try to check if you have it saved in your password manager. If it’s not listed, you may need to reset it or create a new account.

How else can users protect their Crunchyroll accounts besides using a strong password?

Users with strong passwords can further protect their accounts by enabling two-factor authentication.

Let the fun continue

Many scenarios may warrant updating your Crunchyroll password. Perhaps someone has accessed your account without your permission. Or maybe your current password is weak and the platform recommends upgrading to a stronger version. Fortunately, the process is relatively simple.

Simply open the panel and go to the “Change Password” section. Once you are in this section, enter the current and new passwords in the appropriate fields, which should work.

Finally, users who receive an email stating that they have changed their passwords when they have not should act quickly. They should contact the Crunchyroll support team as soon as possible and ask them to resolve the security breach.

Have you ever been locked out of your account by Crunchyroll due to a lost password? Did you resolve the issue or did you have to create a new account? Tell us in the comments.