A Robinhood account holds your investments and a direct line to your bank, which makes it exactly the kind of account criminals love to target. Securing it starts with a strong, unique password and proper two-factor authentication. Our GetMyPassword team covers how to change your Robinhood password, reset it when you are locked out, and protect the money behind it.
Change your password in security settings
- Open the Robinhood app or robinhood.com and sign in.
- Go to Account, then Security and privacy (or Settings).
- Select Change password (under Login & security).
- Enter your current password, then the new one, and save.
Because this account is tied to your money, give it a password you use nowhere else — long, random, and unique.
Reset a forgotten password
On the login screen tap Forgot password? and enter your email. Robinhood sends a reset link; open it and create a new password. For security, you may need to confirm your identity and pass your two-factor check. Keep your email account well protected, since it is the route back into your investments.
Two-factor authentication is a must
For a financial account, never rely on the password alone. Turn on two-factor authentication in Security settings, choosing an authenticator app over SMS where possible, since app codes resist SIM-swap attacks. Watch for phishing: fake “Robinhood security” emails and texts are a leading way these accounts get drained.
An investing app is a money account first and a convenience second. Treat its password and 2FA with the same seriousness you would your bank login, because the stakes are the same.
Secure it with a generated password
Give Robinhood a long, random password that exists nowhere else, created with our password generator, and store it in a password manager. Combined with an authenticator app and a habit of never logging in through links in messages, this keeps your portfolio firmly under your control.
Frequently asked questions
How do I change my Robinhood password if I forgot it?
On the login screen tap “Forgot password?”, enter your email, and follow the reset link Robinhood sends. You may also need to pass your two-factor check and confirm your identity to finish.
What is the best two-factor method for Robinhood?
An authenticator app is stronger than SMS, because text codes can be intercepted through SIM-swap attacks. Enable two-factor authentication in Security settings and choose the app option if available.
How do I keep my Robinhood account safe?
Use a unique, strong password, enable app-based two-factor authentication, protect your email account, and never log in through links in emails or texts claiming to be from Robinhood.