You can update some personal details yourself from your Mercuryo account, while other changes must be handled by our Support team for security and compliance reasons.
This guide explains exactly what you can change and how to do it.
What You Can Change Yourself
You can usually update the following details from your account settings:
- Email address
- Phone number
- Reset Strong Security
For these changes, you will need to complete several security checks to confirm that it is really you making the request.
How to Change Your Email Address
Follow these steps to update the email address linked to your Mercuryo account:
Step 1: Sign in to your Mercuryo account
Log in to your Mercuryo account using your current email address and password.
Step 2: Open your profile settings
Click on your name at the top of the page, then open Profile or Account Settings.
Step 3: Open the email address section
Find the email address currently linked to your account and click the arrow or edit option next to it.
Step 4: Confirm your current email address
You will be asked to send a verification code to your current email address.
- Click Send code
- Open your email inbox
- Copy the code from the email message
- Enter the code on the Mercuryo page
If you do not receive the email right away, check your spam or promotions folder. If needed, you can wait a short time and use the Resend code option.
Step 5: Confirm your 2FA code
If Two-Factor Authentication is enabled on your account, you will be asked to enter your 2FA code from your authentication app.
Step 6: Enter your password
After that, enter your Mercuryo account password and continue.
Step 7: Enter your new email address
Type in the new email address you want to use for your account.
You may also be asked whether you want to subscribe to the Mercuryo newsletter.
Step 8: Request the verification code for the new email
Click Get code to send a verification code to your new email address.
Step 9: Confirm the new email address
Open the inbox for your new email address, copy the verification code, and enter it on the Mercuryo page.
Step 10: Complete any additional security checks
For account safety, you may also be asked to confirm:
- An SMS code sent to your linked phone number
- Another email code sent to your new email address
Step 11: Save and check your profile
Once all steps are completed, your email address will be updated.
You can confirm the change by returning to your Profile settings.
How to Change Your Phone Number
If you need to update the phone number linked to your Mercuryo account, follow these steps:
Step 1: Sign in to your Mercuryo account
Use your current login details to access your account.
Step 2: Open your profile settings
Click your name at the top of the page, then go to Profile or Account Settings.
Step 3: Find the phone number section
Locate the phone number currently linked to your account and select the edit option.
Step 4: Enter your new phone number
Type in the new phone number you want to use.
Step 5: Complete verification
You will be asked to complete the security checks shown on the screen. These may include:
- A password check
- An email verification code
- A 2FA code
- An SMS verification code
Step 6: Confirm the update
Once verification is complete, save the changes and check your profile settings to make sure the new number is displayed correctly.
What You Cannot Change Yourself
For security and compliance reasons, the following details cannot usually be changed directly from your account:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Other identity details used for verification
If you need to change any of these details, please contact our Support team.
Depending on the requested change, you may be asked to provide supporting documents before the update can be reviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my email address myself?
Yes. You can update your email address from your account settings after completing the required security verification steps.
Can I change my phone number myself?
Yes. You can update your phone number from your account settings.
Can I change my name or date of birth myself?
No. These details must be handled by our Support team.
Why do I need to complete so many verification steps?
These checks help protect your account from unauthorized changes and make sure only you can update your personal information.
What should I do if I do not receive the verification code?
First, check your spam, junk, and promotions folders. If the code still does not arrive, wait a short time and try again using the Resend code option.
What if I cannot complete the update?
If you have trouble changing your details or cannot access the required verification codes, contact our Support team for help.