your account Mega either mega.nz contains all the files you have uploaded to the cloud, but in order to access (upload, modify or download files) you will need log in. If you still do not have access, we help you create a mega account easily.
Mega is an advanced service (heir to the now defunct MegaUpload) that encrypt all files in your accountoffering extra security.
If you click on the previous link you will go to the official Web Mega.nz of the file hosting service, although we recommend that you keep reading if you have any problem accessing your account.
Sign in to your Mega account it can be done from your browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera or others) or from any mobile device (Android/iOS). Mega has browser plug-ins and programs for PC/mobile/tablet/TV that will sync your files across devices so you can easily share and move. Follow our guide to access your mega account Y Troubleshoot possible login issues.
Login to Mega from web browser
Logging in from the official Mega website is a quick and easy process, you will be asked for the data to access your account:
- Go into https://mega.nz/login or write www.mega.nz in your browser.
- Press the button “Log in«.
- Enter your email Y password to access your account.
- If you are on a foreign device, do not select the option «Remember me«, so that your login details are not saved.
- Click on «Log in«.
MEGA login screen. - Clever! Now you can manage files with the ease of Mega.
If everything goes well, the website should load and give you access to your account panel to see all your filesyou can upload new, delete, modify and many other actions.
Sign in to Mega from an Android or iOS phone
Mega’s service has native mobile apps for iOS and Android, in both cases the use is similar, you can manage your files from your phone or tablet, synchronize photos and videos (to use it as a backup) and even use the files without being connected to the Internet (although this will take up space on your device). To download, install, and sign in to the Mega app, follow these steps:
- Download the official mobile app:
- Mega for Android:
- Mega for iOS:
- Mega for Android:
- Install the app following the usual steps to install one.
- open the app and you will see a screen asking to identify yourself.
- Click on «Log in«.
- Enter your email Y password.
- Confirm by clicking on «Log in«.
- Congratulations! You will already be logged in and you will be able to manage your files.
It is possible that if it is the first time you access the application from your mobile, it will ask you to configure permissions and even synchronization between devices. It will only ask you for these permissions the first time you open the app.
Sign in to Mega with MegaSync for PC
Mega Sync is the desktop version of Mega adapted for Windows, MacOS Y Linux, with it you will be able to access your folders in the cloud without having to open the browser and managing the files as if it were another window on your desktop (it will adapt the interface of your operating system). To sign in to MegaSync, follow these steps:
- go to https://mega.nz/sync.
- Select the operating system you want and click to download.
- Run the mega sync installer that has been downloaded to your PC.
- Open MegaSync and sign in with your email Y password.
Another feature of Mega Sync, is its download manager, which allows you to download large files -even with a slow or intermittent connection- without major difficulties. And the best thing, you won’t need to have the web browser open, remember that MegaSync is a native and independent program.
Mega has its official browser plugin, is compatible with Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox, and allows you to manage your files and downloads from the web browser itself. The plugin will help you get into your Mega account faster. Follow the steps below to install it:
- Download the plugin mega official:
- Google Chrome:
- MozillaFirefox: You can download it directly from the plugins page in Mega.
- Install the plugin and do click on the icon that will appear in the browser bar.
- Sign in using your email Y password.
Installing the plugin offers you many advantages, in addition to greater security, you will get more speed to access your files and downloads, take advantage of it!
Problems logging in to Mega
It is usual that you may have some problem when logging in to Mega. The most common according to Mega support engineers is the forgotten password, although there are other possible login problems, but they are all solvable! Some of the possible problems with your session could be:
- Did you forget your password?: When entering your data and trying to log in, you usually get an error saying that the data is not correct. The solution is to access https://mega.nz/recovery and try to recover your password with your encryption key (you get it when you create your account) that you must have on hand in this process of recovering your Mega account. You can too change password to make it easier for you to remember, or for security.
- Forgot your email address?: it is a case similar to the first, the solution is to access https://mega.nz/recovery To recover your account, leave the “email address” (or similar) field empty and press “Start”, it will ask you for the encryption key you got when you created your Mega account.
- Forgot your password and email?: you must do the same as the first or second case, enter https://mega.nz/recovery press “Start” 2 times (when you don’t have any data) and choose the option “Yes, I have the Recovery Key”, entering the key and following the steps of the recovery process.
With this you should be more than covered to be able to regain access to your Mega account, although if you continue to have problems, you can always consult one of our articles to try to find alternative solutions for recover a mega account.
Security recommendations for signing in
Logging into your Mega account forces you to enter private data, and furthermore, the files you upload to the cloud could be important and sensitive. In order to have maximum security when accessing and managing Mega files, it is important that you have the following considerations before logging in.
- Change your password regularly: A constantly changing password is harder for hackers to crack. It includes both letters, numbers and special characters. Prevent your account from being stolen.
- On devices that are not yours, always log out: prevent someone from accessing your account without your permission, if you log in on a device that is not yours, remember when finished log out of mega.
- Remove the option “Remember me”: when logging in Mega offers this option, it is useful when it is your usual device, but if it is not, uncheck this option.
- Install an antimalware /antivirus: There are keyloggers and other malware that can record the keys you press and then access your account. malwarebytes it is an excellent option and has a free account.
- Don’t share your password: Sharing a password can be very dangerous, people you don’t know could access your files or take away your access to your account by changing your password. Premium accounts are the most vulnerable.
With this you can use your Mega account with the security that no one can take control of your account or your files. And if you haven’t started yet upload your files to Megafrom Accounts and Sessions we offer you all the steps to make it easy for you and get the most out of it.
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