How to reset Voicemail password on Android or iPhone

Many of us don't check Voicemail for so long that we forget our passwords, while some people never even bother creating a password in the first place. Today's article will show you how to reset Voicemail password on your iPhone or Android device.

How to change Voicemail password on Android

Depending on your service provider, you may be able to use the default Phone app on Android to change your Voicemail password. The process is quite simple. Follow these steps:

1. Tap the three dots in the upper right corner of the Phone app and navigate to Settings > Voicemail > Change PIN .
2. Enter your current password and click Continue.
3. Enter the new password and click Continue. Re-enter the new password and click Continue again.

Whether this process is available or not also depends on your phone. For example, this option is not available in Samsung's Phone app.

How to change Voicemail password on iPhone

If you use an iPhone, you can change your Voicemail password directly from the Settings app if your carrier supports it. Here's what you need to do:

1. Go to Settings > Phone .
2. Scroll down and tap Change Voicemail Password.
3. Enter your new password and press Done. Repeat this step to confirm your changes.

This is the settings area you access to enable Live Voicemail on your iPhone.

How to change Voicemail password on any phone

Because your service provider manages Voicemail, you can follow a more general process that includes making phone calls and connecting to automated systems instead of launching the app. Here's what you need to do:

1. Open the Phone app and pull up the keyboard if it doesn't launch automatically.
2. Press and hold 1 . This will dial your Voicemail box. If you haven't set up Voicemail yet, the system will guide you through the process, including setting up a new password. If you've previously set up your Voicemail, continue to the next step.
3. Enter your password, then press # .
4. Press 5 to access the security password. If this is not the correct number for your service provider, listen carefully to the automated system's instructions.
5. Press key 1 to enter a new password or hear the exact number of the network operator.
6. Enter your new password, then press # . Once the password is read back to you, press and hold # to confirm.

Now you know how to change your Voicemail password. If you tend to forget your Voicemail password, consider saving new passwords with a password manager like Bitwarden. That can save you a lot of trouble later.

David Pac

Update 02 April 2024