Unlock Email Record For Free

If you enter your password incorrectly multiple times while trying to log in to your Gmail account, your account will become locked. The number of incorrect login attempts it takes to lock an account can vary, but it is generally around 5-10 attempts.

Go to the Google sign-in page and click Need help? below the login field. Click Find my account. Select either Enter your recovery email address or Enter your recovery phone number, then type your name and check off the box next to I'm not a robot.

This delay on your request helps Google protect you in two key ways: Google uses contact information such as your recovery phone and email to notify you that the recovery request has been made, and gives you the duration of the delay to see and respond to the alert.

Use Account Recovery Options Most email service providers offer account recovery options such as resetting passwords or answering security questions. Look for these options on the sign-in page of your email service provider's website and follow the prompts provided.

If you have a recovery email address, you will be sent a verification code to reset your password. If you don't, you will be asked to type an email address or phone number where you can receive a code. Once you receive the code, type it and click Next. A new page will appear.

How Long Does a Gmail Lockout Last? ing to Google, a Gmail lockout can last for a few hours to a few days. This time depends on the nature of the intrusion Google suspects. You can recover an account set up with the proper recovery information in a few minutes with the steps below.

If you're unable to access your email account and you've gotten a message that it's been locked, this has occurred for your protection. Usually, it's as simple as a typo or wrong password being entered too many times. Options to regain access to your account: Wait an hour and try to access your email again.

Use the backup codes associated with your account. Go to the sign-in page and attempt to log in. Click Try another way to sign in or tap More options. Select Enter one of your 8-digit backup codes. Enter your backup code to log back in.