How to Reset a Plex Password if You Forgot It

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How To Recover A Forgotten Plex Password

Plex is a media sharing and streaming service. As of early 2022, they have more than 50,000 titles you can enjoy on almost any device. When you sign up for Plex, you’ll create an account and a password.

And if you’re like most people, you eventually . The good news is that DoNotPay can help. If you forgot your Plex password (or any password) we can help you reset it. You don’t need to spend hours on hold with a customer service rep or try to remember an email address you used in 2008 when Plex launched. DoNotPay has an easier, faster way.

This article covers four key topics:

  1. All the ways to
  2. How to recover a forgotten Plex password with DoNotPay
  3. Why DoNotPay is your winning option
  4. And a few other tasks you can handle with the app

First, let’s cover all the (complicated) ways you can deal with Plex if you forget your password.

All the Ways to Reset Plex

The table below explores three ways you can reset your Plex account. You’ll feel like you’re running in circles, though. Plex makes it hard to reset a password if you don’t remember the previous password.

How to reset your Plex password when you know the current credentialsIf you know the current password, then follow these easy steps on the Plex Web App to complete the reset:
  1. Browse to the Settings > Users & Sharing page
  2. Highlight the row for the user
  3. Select the Edit Password link
  4. Enter your present password to unlock your account
  5. Once opened, either set a new password or use the Remove link.
Reset Plex if You Forgot the PasswordYou either have the option of removing or resetting your password.
  1. Visit the plex.tv website and sign in to the corresponding Plex account.
  2. Open the password reset page.
  3. Select the new password, confirm it, and enter your account's password.
If you are a managed user
  1. Browse to the Settings > Users & Sharing page
  2. Highlight the row for the user
  3. Select the Edit Password link
  4. Either set a new password or use the remove link.

The frustrating thing for most Plex users is that they don’t remember the main account password, so they cannot select a new password. Plex will take you in circles over and over, but you won’t get anywhere. You can easily waste two hours going through these steps and never make any progress.

Thankfully, DoNotPay can help! The world’s first AI Consumer Champion provides a simple, fast, reliable way to reset .

How to Reset a Plex password using DoNotPay

DoNotPay provides a perfect solution to password recovery challenges. You don't have to visit the website or wait for a recovery email from Plex. Your only role is to provide the details required by DoNotPay, and you'll have your password in no time.

DoNotPay lets you recover your password in 6 simple steps:

  1. Go to the Recover Passwords product on DoNotPay and select the type of account you are trying to recover, such as email, streaming service, social media, gaming, eCommerce, and more.
  2. Tell us more about your account, including usernames and associated emails and phone numbers.
  3. Help us verify your account ownership by entering the date you first created the account when you last logged in, and any payment methods saved under the account.
  4. Upload photographic evidence if you have any that can help prove your account ownership.
  5. Enter any last known or previously used passwords to help verify your identity.
  6. Enter your contact information and submit the task!

Why Use DoNotPay to Recover Your Forgotten Plex Password?

DoNotPay makes all of your tasks straightforward. You also don't have to contact Plex support for assistance, wait too long for emails, or try to speak to someone 4,000 miles away.

Use DoNotPay because it is:

  • Fast: DoNotPay only requires minimal information to help you reset or recover your password in a short period.
  • Easy: DoNotPay will handle all the challenges, giving you less to worry about.
  • Successful: Our product has a remarkable reputation for success. We've helped thousands of people recover their passwords, and we can do the same for you.

It Works for Other Passwords, Too

Any time you forget a password, you can use the app to recover it. DoNotPay works well for:

Did you sign up for a zillion streaming services when COVID-19 struck? Do you need a password to cancel them? We can help you get that password, or you can use our Cancellation products. And that’s not all.

What Else Can DoNotPay Do for You?

The DoNotPay product offerings are handy in lots of ways. Besides helping you recover your password, DoNotPay can also:

Any time you feel frustrated by paperwork or bureaucracy, turn to DoNotPay. The world’s first AI Consumer Champion is here to handle it for you. Join DoNotPay today to recover your forgotten password!

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