Requesting a new password
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To request a new password, visit
https://HOSTNAME/password_reset
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Enter the email address associated with your account on your GitHub Enterprise Server instance, then click Send password reset email. The email will be sent to the backup email address if you have one configured.
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We'll email you a link that will allow you to reset your password. You must click on this link within 3 hours of receiving the email. If you didn't receive an email from us, make sure to check your spam folder.
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If you have enabled two-factor authentication, you will be prompted for your 2FA credentials:
- Type your authentication code or one of your recovery codes and click Verify.
- If you have added a security key to your account, click Use security key instead of typing an authentication code.
- Type your authentication code or one of your recovery codes and click Verify.
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Type a new password, confirm your new password, and click Change password. For help creating a strong password, see "Creating a strong password."
To avoid losing your password in the future, we suggest using a secure password manager, like LastPass or 1Password.
Changing an existing password
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Sign in (
https://HOSTNAME/login
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No canto superior direito de qualquer página, clique na foto do seu perfil e em Configurações.
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In the left sidebar, click Account security.
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Under "Change password", type your old password, a strong new password, and confirm your new password. For help creating a strong password, see "Creating a strong password"
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Click Update password.
For greater security, enable two-factor authentication in addition to changing your password. See About two-factor authentication for more details.
Updating your access tokens
See "Reviewing your authorized integrations" for instructions on reviewing and deleting access tokens. To generate new access tokens, see "Creating a personal access token."
If you have reset your account password and would also like to trigger a sign-out from the GitHub Mobile app, you can revoke your authorization of the "GitHub iOS" or "GitHub Android" OAuth App. This will sign out all instances of the GitHub Mobile app associated with your account. For additional information, see "Reviewing your authorized integrations."
Updating your SSH keys
See "Reviewing your SSH keys" for instructions on reviewing and deleting SSH keys. To generate and add new SSH keys, see "Generating an SSH key."
Resetting API tokens
If you have any applications registered with GitHub Enterprise Server, you'll want to reset their OAuth tokens. For more information, see the "Reset an authorization" endpoint.
Preventing unauthorized access
For more tips on securing your account and preventing unauthorized access, see "Preventing unauthorized access."