How to reset your LastPass master password in 5 steps

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How to reset your LastPass master password in 5 steps
It's easy to reset your LastPass master password to give your account greater protection.igor moskalenko/Shutterstock
  • It's easy to reset your LastPass master password if you believe that your account's security may have been compromised or simply as a precautionary measure.
  • You can create a new master password for LastPass in a few simple steps using a web browser.
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LastPass is a great way to save yourself the stress of memorizing myriad online passwords.

That is, until its security has become compromised.

Fret not, it's easy, but secure, to reset your master password for LastPass.

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So if your master password has been hacked, or you simply want to reset it as a precaution, creating a new one in LastPass can be done with a few clicks.

Here's how to reset your LastPass master password.

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How to reset your LastPass master password

1. Open LastPass.com in your web browser of choice on a Mac or PC and select "Log In," in the top right corner of the LastPass homepage.

How to reset your LastPass master password in 5 steps
Ironically, you save your LastPass login credentials through LastPass.Emma Witman/Business Insider

2. In the top right corner of your LastPass vault click "Account Settings."

How to reset your LastPass master password in 5 steps
Your personal LastPass vault, where you can manage your various passwords.Emma Witman/Business Insider

3. A pop up window will appear. Click "Change Master Password."

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How to reset your LastPass master password in 5 steps
LastPass Account Settings, accessed via the vault.Emma Witman/Business Insider

4. You'll be redirected to a new window where you can choose a new Master Password.

5. Click "Save Master Password" to finalize.

How to reset your LastPass master password in 5 steps
A password hint isn't a bad idea — the length requirement for your LastPass master password can make it tricky to remember.Emma Witman/Business Insider

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