How to log in to your Kahoot! account

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Looking for the quickest way to complete your Kahoot login and access your games? This guide covers the standard sign-in steps for web users, Single Sign-On (SSO) methods, and how to troubleshoot common login issues so you can get back to hosting in no time.

How do I log in to my Kahoot! account on the web?

To securely access your account and dashboard:

  1. Go directly to the Kahoot! login page.
  2. Enter your email address and password, or choose to continue with Google, Microsoft, Apple, or Clever.
  3. If prompted, enter the verification code sent to your email address.
  4. Once authenticated, you will automatically land on your Kahoot! dashboard.
🔗 If you are trying to access the mobile application, please review the steps for the mobile app instead.

 
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How to Log In with Single Sign-On (SSO)

Using Single Sign-On (SSO) is the fastest way to access your Kahoot! account without remembering another password. Depending on your account type, you can use a social provider or your organization's enterprise credentials.

Using Social SSO (Google, Microsoft, Apple, or Clever)

If you have a personal or school account with one of our supported social providers, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Kahoot! login page.
  2. Select your provider: Continue with Google, Microsoft, Apple, or Clever.
  3. Follow the prompts from the provider to authenticate your account.

Linking an Existing Account

If you already have a Kahoot! account created with an email and password, but now want to use SSO:

  • The system will ask if you want to link your account the first time you use the social button.
  • Enter your standard Kahoot! password and click Log in.
  • Your accounts are now linked. Moving forward, you can log in directly using that SSO button.

Using Enterprise SSO

If your school or company has a dedicated Kahoot! Enterprise subscription:

  1. Click Continue with Single Sign-on on the login page (do not click the individual social buttons).
  2. Enter your work/school email address or the specific workspace SSO URL (magic link) provided by your administrator.
  3. You will be redirected to your organization's custom login portal to complete the sign-in.

Troubleshooting: Why can’t I log in?

Most login issues can be resolved quickly by checking a few common settings. This section covers the most frequent reasons for login failure and how to fix them.

1. Incorrect login method

Kahoot! supports several ways to log in. To successfully access your account, you must use the same method you used when you first signed up.

  • Email + Password: The standard method using your registered email. Please remember to use your login email address, not the address provided for billing purposes.
  • Username + Password: Common for young students who may not have an email associated with their account.
  • Single Sign-On (SSO): If you created your account using Google, Microsoft, Apple, or Clever, you must continue using that specific provider to log in.
2. Password or username issues

If you’ve forgotten your credentials, don't worry! You can easily reset them.

  • Reset your password: Go to the Reset your password page and enter your email.
  • Check for typos: Ensure there are no extra spaces or misspellings in your email or username.
  • Password Reset Email not arriving: Check your Spam or Junk folder for a message from noreply@getkahoot.com.
3. Verification requests & unrecognized devices

For security, we may ask you to verify your identity if we detect a new login environment.

  • New device or browser: If you log in from a new device, you will be prompted to verify your email.
  • Shared accounts: As per our Terms and Conditions, one account can be used by only one person. When setting up a subscription, you can select how many licenses you want to purchase, you should select as many licenses as there are people that will need access to the subscription. Every license is paid additionally, the price on our pricing page is per 1 license. Each license is later assigned to a separate individual account. Logging in from multiple devices simultaneously can trigger persistent verification requests.
  • Incognito Mode: If you use an incognito browser or have automated cookie deletion enabled, the system won't recognize you, and you'll be asked to verify every time you log in.
4. Browser & connection problems

Sometimes the issue isn't your account, but your browser settings or network.

  • Clear cookies and cache: Outdated browser data can cause login loops. Try clearing your browser's cache or using a different browser.
  • Enable cookies: Ensure your browser is set to allow cookies, as they are required to keep you logged in.
  • Network Security/VPNs: School or office networks and VPNs can sometimes block the connection to our servers. Try switching to a different network or disabling your VPN.
  • Email deliverability: If you are using a work or school email address, your organization's firewall might block our automated messages. To ensure you receive password resets and account updates, ask your IT department to add noreply@getkahoot.com to your network's safe sender list.
5. Account specifics
  • Inactivity: After a long period of inactivity (more than 2 years), as per GDPR, we are obliged to remove your account and all its contents.
  • Expired team plan: After your team plan expires, we are obliged to remove your account and all content stored on it, within 60 days. To stop this process, you need to purchase a new plan or reactivate your previous subscription.
     

Still can't log in?
If none of these steps work, please contact our support team with a description of the error you're seeing.

FAQ

  1. Why am I asked to verify my email or device when logging in? This security measure triggers when your Kahoot! account is accessed from multiple devices. Kahoot! accounts are intended for individual use, so sharing logins can cause these prompts. If you are the account owner, verify your email. If you need to share access with colleagues, ask your subscription owner to add more licenses and assign you a license under a team plan.
     
  2. How do young students log in to Kahoot!? Young Students cannot log in using their email addresses for privacy reasons. They must log in using their generated usernames and passwords, or via the SSO provider they used during account creation.
     
  3. Do I need an account to join a game? No, players do not need an account or to log in to participate. You can join simply by entering the game PIN and a nickname. See how to join a kahoot with or without an account.
     
  4. How can I change my username? You can update your username once a year. This can be done directly from update your account settings page.
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  • This is very helpful, especially for starters that have never done this before I am very thankful for this to start my Kahoot yall out there will have a great time with this app I had fun this was easy for me to start it is simple straightforward I am supprised I didn't know what to do in the first place thank you!!! 😇

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  • how can i make a kahoot

     

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  • how can i make a kahoot i don't understand

     

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  • this is great

     

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  • I am with a LPN Program which pays for Kahoots.  How do I join?

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  • I don't want to see this every time I login

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  • I want to make a Kahoot on Plant health care and Integrated Pest management.

     

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  • Where has my account gone? I've logged in and it keeps taking me back to the log in info page, again and again!

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  • Hi there! If you're being prompted to sign in just after signing in, this suggests you might be trying to access a page that your account doesn't have access to. For example, if you click a link to someone's private kahoot and they've not shared the actual kahoot with you, you would be prompted to sign in over and over because your account doesn't have authorization to access that kahoot.

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  • I hadn't used Kahoot for 5 months over their school break, so this information is really helpful to revisit.  Looking forward to using this platform, as students sre familiar with it too.

     

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  • yes, but I should not have to do this everyday or weekly.  If so, there should be a direct link that pops up everytime 

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  • how can i found my quizzes?

     

     

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  • what the

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  • Good one!

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  • bro omg this is stupid i cant even chang my name fr.

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  • ready

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  • kahoot berufe

     

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  • @aquatic_stork214 and @Rahaf12361 - please check the Get started tab where you can find help articles about creating, hosting, and playing kahoots.

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  • @Hannah.hallett and @debramorris150 Please contact us via this form https://support.kahoot.com/hc/en-us/requests/new from the email connected to your Kahoot! account, we'll be happy to help you.

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  • Hey, @woodytrees221! I can see that you've created the kahoot about Plant Health care, that's great! If you need help with anything else, let us know via https://support.kahoot.com/hc/en-us/requests/new from the email connected to your Kahoot! account.

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  • Hi @mandrade137, To find your kahoots always make sure you are logged in to the same account as when you were creating the game, and check the libraries of all the available workspaces. Also check the Your drafts and Team folder in the Kahoots section.

    I also recommend checking in the Libary if your kahoot's aren't marked with the red Unsaved changes label. If they are, you can just click the pencil icon; the game's most recent version should show up in the kahoot creator.

    Here's a helpful on Kahoot! folders so you can sort and arrange your kahoots, too.

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  • @bathma_spiderman You can change your username yourself once a year. If it's your first time changing your username, you should be able to do so directly from your account settings page. However, if the Change username button is greyed out you can contact our Support via https://support.kahoot.com/hc/en-us/requests/new.

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  • @stevelambacher Thank you for your feedback. We've contacted you via the email address linked to your account.

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  • Hi aashnac123!

    To log in to your Kahoot account on a different device, you will need to complete the email verification process. Here are the steps you can follow:

    1. Attempt to Log In: Enter your login credentials on the new device.
    2. Check Your Email: A verification email will be sent to the email address associated with your Kahoot account.
    3. Open the Verification Email: Locate the email in your inbox. If you don't see it, check your spam or junk folder.
    4. Click the Verification Link: Follow the instructions in the email to verify your login attempt.
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