# How to Recover Earthlink Account?

Recover your EarthLink account, which might have been disabled due to a forgotten password, loss of access to security options, or even login issues, through several methods supported by EarthLink. Read through this step-by-step guide and answer common questions that will help you retrieve access to your EarthLink account as soon as possible.

Step-by-Step Guide to Recover Your EarthLink Account
1. EarthLink's Password Reset Tool
The most common method to reset your EarthLink account is through the password reset tool get help from **[phone]** tollfree number. This will help you reset your password if you can still access your recovery options, which may include a recovery email or security questions.

Visit the EarthLink Password Reset page. You'll be prompted to enter your EarthLink email address and then continue from there. You'll be asked to choose a password reset option. This might be one of the following:
Send a link to your recovery email
Provide security answers if you configured security questions during account setup
Receive a verification code on any linked phone numbers, if provided.
If you successfully complete the verification process, you'll be able to create a new password and gain access back to your account.

2. Recover using Security Questions
If you have forgotten your password and do not have access to your recovery email, you can try going through security questions. After you are on the Password Reset page, enter your e-mail and click on the option for the security questions.

Answer them correctly. The questions will be related to information about your mother's maiden name, where you were born in the city, or such personal information.
If you answer the security questions correctly, you will be asked to enter a new password.
Always remember that choose one that is a strong, unique password with enough length that you easily remember but not too predictable.
3. Contact EarthLink Customer Support
If you can't recover through your recovery email or answer your security questions, then the reset tool is inaccessible, contact EarthLink's customer service; they can verify your account and walk you through ways to recover it.

Get in touch with EarthLink Support via their website, where you can find various phone numbers and a button for live chat.
Call 1-888-653-7618 for EarthLink's support. Be prepared to verify your account information based on what is needed.
EarthLink may ask you a succession of questions to confirm that you indeed own the account, so be prepared with all the relevant information readily accessible. This would work extremely well if there is no response to your previous efforts.

4. Check Your Browser's Saved Passwords
You might have allowed your browser to save your EarthLink password; in that case, checking saved passwords may give you back access easily because it only happens in case of a forgotten password.
Chrome:
Go to settings > autofill > passwords, search for your account with EarthLink.
For Firefox: Open Options > Privacy & Security > Saved Logins, and search for EarthLink.
For Safari (on Mac): Go to Preferences > Passwords, and search for EarthLink.
This method only works if you previously saved your EarthLink password in your browser. If the password is found, you can use it to log back into your EarthLink account.
5. Use a Password Manager if Available
If you used a password manager such as LastPass, 1Password, or Bitwarden, chances are you have saved your EarthLink password in that application. Open your password manager, and locate "EarthLink" or the email account associated with your account. Most password managers will prompt you to open the saved passwords with a click, after you have authenticated them.

6. EarthLink Emails in Other Accounts
If you used your EarthLink email for a recovery or primary address for other accounts, such as Google, Amazon, or social media, you should search for messages that involve EarthLink. They'll never have your password; however, if you do have multiple EarthLink accounts, it can confirm which e-mail address you're using.

Look for these subject headings to find the emails EarthLink sent to you: "EarthLink Account" and "Password Recovery.".
If you discover a message from EarthLink, check if there's any recovery link you might have missed.
7. Visit EarthLink Retail Stores (If Applicable)
Some EarthLink customers have in-store locations in local retail stores depending on your physical location. You might want to visit an EarthLink store, especially if you want support to recover your account at hand. You can make sure the process goes a lot smoother by bringing your ID and proof of ownership about your account, perhaps via a recent bill or correspondence via email.

FAQ

Q1: I just can't remember the answer to my security questions.
A: These are supposed to be private but might sometimes get forgotten. In case you cannot remember them, contact EarthLink directly. They may seek different questions for verification by contacting you on recent billing or any other information about the account.

Q2: Is it possible for the EarthLink support to recover my password if I share my ID?
A: Although EarthLink's help desk doesn't ask specifically for government ids when performing a password recovery, their agents can usually verify an identity through private information you might have for your specific accounts, including proof of previous payments, a reference for your account # or perhaps even billing info.  Keep all the information near when calling. 

Q3: When saved by Keychain/Keychain Access, Is it Possible to recover passwords without them also changing?
A: Yes, if you have saved your EarthLink password in the Keychain or Keychain Access (on macOS); then you can recover, without having to reset it. Keychain Access, search for "EarthLink," and select "Show Password" (authenticating if prompted)

Q4: Why does EarthLink require verification for account recovery?
A: Like all other email services, EarthLink keeps users' details completely secure so that unauthorized access cannot be made to the account; verification is an activity whereby only the true owner of the account is able to reset passwords or regain access.

Q5. Can I change my recovery options after getting back to EarthLink?
A: Once access is restored, you want to update recovery options to include a valid recovery e-mail address, phone number, and security questions in order to ensure your recovery will be valid and usable at the time you need to use it to resolve some future problem.

Q6: If you live outside of the United States how do you contact EarthLink?
A: EarthLink's main support number is available in the United States. You may also reach support through online chat or email. To view more contact options, please go to the EarthLink Support page.

Q7: Will EarthLink contact me if someone else attempts to recover my account?
A: Yes, EarthLink usually sends you a notice on your registered email in case someone tries to recover your account or there are any suspicious activities. Keep an eye on your inbox and enable security notifications for updates.

Q8: Is it possible to recover my account if it's been inactive for years?
A: Disabled for months- according to policy, by EarthLink. Ask customer service if not signed on for a long time.

Q9. How can I tell if my account is one of my accounts that I might have based on my collection of several accounts I own through Earthlink accounts?
A: If you have more than one EarthLink account, look at the email addresses shown in each account's settings. Or, check for recent emails or login notifications sent to each account to figure out which one you're trying to recover.

Q10: Is there anything I can do to avoid this problem in the future?

A: To avoid this problem in the future, ensure that your EarthLink account has:

An updated recovery email and phone number
Strong, unique security questions
Store safely in a password manager the regularly updated password.
TIPS FOR ACCOUNT SECURITY and MANAGEMENT
Two-factor Authentication: Enable Two-factor Authentication (if available), whereby adding two-factor authentication on your EarthLink account strengthens the security feature which further minimizes chances of unwanted access.
Update password constantly: Update your password with time and make a combination of characters and more secure password.
You would now use a password manager so that you store the password for EarthLink and similar accounts. This reduces time spent managing accounts, ensures forgetting passwords, and ensures maximum security.
Recoverability Information: Update recovery e-mail and phone number such that it will never encounter any problems when your recovery is necessary in the near future.
Taking the steps that are found in the guide below will ensure that recovering your EarthLink account has never been any easier. Recovery tools can be gotten if you know how, or you can use previously saved passwords and also the support team if recovery has not been accomplished successfully. You will easily access your EarthLink account again using proper proactive management of account security settings and updating recovery information that is used to keep yourself protected from access issues in the future.