Change your password from the account settings menu

Log into your Hulu account on any web browser or the Hulu app, then go to your account settings. On the web, click the profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account". On the app, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) and choose "Account". From there, find the "Change password" or "Password" option — the exact wording varies slightly between web and app, but it's always in the main account section, not buried in sub-menus.

Enter your current password first. Hulu requires this as a security check before letting you set a new one. Then type your new password twice to confirm you didn't mistype it. Your new password should be at least 6 characters long, though Hulu recommends using something longer with a mix of numbers and letters to make it harder to guess.

Click "Save" or "Update Password" depending on which device you're using. The change takes effect immediately. If you're signed into Hulu on other devices — a phone, tablet, smart TV, or computer — you'll need to sign back in with your new password the next time you use the app or website on each one.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your password through account settings on either the Hulu website or the mobile app.
  • Hulu requires you to enter your current password before setting a new one.
  • Your new password takes effect right away, but you'll need to sign in again on any other devices where you use Hulu.
  • If you forget your current password, use the "Forgot password" link on the login page instead of going to account settings.

What to do if you forgot your current password

If you can't remember your current password, you can't use the account settings route — Hulu won't let you change it without confirming the old one first. Instead, go to the Hulu login page and click "Forgot password?" below the password field. Enter the email address connected to your account.

Hulu will send a password reset link to that email. Click the link, and you'll be taken to a page where you can create a new password without needing to know the old one. This link usually works for 24 hours, so check your email right away. If you don't see the email, check your spam or junk folder — sometimes password reset emails get filtered there by mistake.

Signing back in on other devices after you change your password

When you change your Hulu password, you stay signed in on whichever device you used to make the change. But on any other device where you were already using Hulu — a phone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, PlayStation, or any other streaming device — you'll be signed out automatically within a few hours.

The next time you open the Hulu app on one of those devices, it will ask you to sign in again. Use your email address and your new password. If you have multiple people in your household using Hulu on different devices, each person will need to sign in again with their own account credentials on their own device.

Why you might want to change your password

Change your password if you think someone else knows it, if you've used the same password on multiple websites and one of those sites had a data breach, or if you simply haven't changed it in a long time. A strong, unique password makes it much harder for someone to access your account without permission.

If you share your Hulu account with family members or roommates and want to stop sharing it, changing your password will sign everyone out. They won't be able to use Hulu until you give them the new password. This is different from removing a profile — changing the password affects the entire account, while removing a profile only removes one person's viewing history and recommendations.

Troubleshooting if the password change doesn't work

If you click "Save" or "Update Password" and nothing happens, or you get an error message, try these steps in order. First, make sure you typed your new password the same way both times — passwords are case-sensitive, so "MyPassword" is different from "mypassword". Second, check that your new password is at least 6 characters long and doesn't contain only numbers or only letters.

If the problem continues, try signing out completely and signing back in with your old password, then attempt the change again. If you're using the app, try the web version instead, or vice versa. If neither works, clear your browser cache or app cache — on most phones, you can do this in Settings under Apps or Application Manager, find Hulu, and tap "Clear Cache". Then try changing your password one more time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to change my password if I'm the only one using my account?

Not necessarily, but changing it every few months is a good security habit. If you've used the same password on other websites, change it right away — if any of those sites had a data breach, someone could try using that password on your Hulu account.

Will changing my password affect my billing or subscription?

No. Your subscription, payment method, and billing cycle stay exactly the same. Changing your password only affects how you sign in — it doesn't change anything about your plan or what you're paying.

Can I change my password on a smart TV or streaming device?

No, you can only change your password through the Hulu website or the mobile app. If you need to change it and only have access to a smart TV, use a phone, tablet, or computer instead. The change will take effect on your TV the next time you sign in.

What happens if someone else changes my password?

If you think someone changed your password without permission, use the "Forgot password" link on the login page to reset it. You'll receive a reset link at the email address connected to your account. After you set a new password, consider changing the email address on your account or enabling additional security features if Hulu offers them.