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How to reset your password in Dext

Reset your Dext password from the login page on web or mobile, or change it in User settings in the web app.

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If you’ve forgotten your password, you can reset it from the Dext login page on the web or in the mobile app.

If you know your current password, you can change it from User settings in the Dext web app.

If you're part of multiple accounts, your password is shared across them. Resetting it updates access for all accounts.


How to reset your password from the Dext login page (web)

To reset your password on the web, use the Forgot password? option on the Dext login page.

  1. Go to the Dext login page in your browser.

  2. Select Forgot password?

  3. Enter your Dext login email address.

  4. Select Send reset link.

  5. Open the email and follow the instructions to create a new password.

Dext login screen with Forgot password link under the password field

How to reset your password from the Dext mobile app

To reset your password in the Dext mobile app, use the Forgot password option on the sign-in screen.

  1. Open the Dext mobile app.

  2. Tap Forgot password.

  3. Enter your Dext login email address.

  4. Follow the instructions in the reset email.

Mobile app login screen displaying Forgot password option

How to change your password while signed in (web app only)

If you know your current password, you can change it from User settings in the Dext web app.

Open User settings

To access your password settings, first open your profile menu in the web app.

  1. Log in to Dext in your browser.

  2. In the top-right corner of the screen, select your profile name.

  3. Select User settings from the dropdown menu.

Profile dropdown in top-right corner with User settings highlighted

Go to the Security section

Your password settings are located in the Security section.

  1. In the left-hand sidebar, select Security.

  2. Next to Password, select Change.

User settings page with Security tab open and Change button beside Password

Update your password

You can now enter your new password in the update window.

  1. Enter your current password.

  2. Enter your new password.

  3. Confirm your new password.

  4. Select Save.

Update password modal with current password, new password and Save button

Once saved, you’ll be logged out of Dext on all devices and will need to sign in again using your new password.


What happens after 5 unsuccessful login attempts?

After 5 incorrect password attempts, your account is not permanently locked.

To regain access, select Forgot password on the login screen and reset your password as usual.


What happens if an administrator resets your password?

If an administrator resets your password, you’ll receive an email with a reset link. The email includes the name of the person who initiated the reset.

Follow the link in the email to set a new password.

Dext password reset email with Reset your password button and administrator name

If you don’t receive the email, check your spam folder.

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