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SR Forums Passwords

Discussion in 'SteamRep General Discussion' started by Gamma032, Oct 23, 2014.

  1. Gamma032

    Gamma032 New User

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    In a bit of a spot here.

    I need to change the e-mail on this site because my current one is invalid. However, I can't change my e-mail without having my password. And I can't change my password without entering my current one, and there's no "forgot my password" since it's been replaced by the API.

    I know you can fix it through the XenForo admin panel, so could it be reset or is there another way I can do this?
  2. AZIMAGE

    AZIMAGE New User

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    I know they don't allow name changes, but I would wait for an admin reply regarding this specific event.
  3. SilentReaper(SR)

    SilentReaper(SR) Retired Staff

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  4. Gamma032

    Gamma032 New User

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  5. SilentReaper(SR)

    SilentReaper(SR) Retired Staff

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    you are logged into the forum right now.... that means you have a password in the browser.
  6. Gamma032

    Gamma032 New User

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    I signed in through Steam.
  7. Mattie!

    Mattie! SteamRep Admin

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    To clarify, you don't have access to your original email account, but you do have access to the Steam account?

    If so, send me a PM in ~2 weeks and we'll discuss about updating that email address for you. (This particular scenario could be abused by someone who hijacked your Steam account and/or machine and take permanent control of your attached accounts on various sites-- so we can't just reset it all for you right away.)
  8. SilentReaper(SR)

    SilentReaper(SR) Retired Staff

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    hmm, I went checking, apparently one still can sign in with steam on a account when a password has been set.
  9. Bottswana

    Bottswana Retired Staff Partner Community

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    Yes that's correct. The password set on the forum is an additional authentication measure, not a second layer of authentication. Either authenticating through the external service or through your password will work.
  10. Gamma032

    Gamma032 New User

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    Okay, I'll do that. Thank you!