Lost Mullvad Account Number
Quick answer
Check the Account screen in any logged-in Mullvad app first. If you paid by card, the payment token on your bank statement (VPN*xxxxxxxxxx) can recover it, but Mullvad can only trace payments for about 20 days.
Most likely fix: Look in a logged-in app
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Look in a logged-in app
- Open Mullvad on any device that's still logged in
- Tap the account icon to see the account number
Did this fix it?2. Recover with your card payment token
- Find the payment on your bank statement, shown like VPN*xxxxxxxxxx
- Enter the token (without VPN*) on mullvad.net/account/recover
Did this fix it?3. Email support with payment details
- Email support@mullvadvpn.net with the last 4 card digits, expiry date, payment date/time with time zone, and amount
- For PayPal, include the Invoice ID; for Google Play, the GPA. order ID
- Accounts are only traceable for about 20 days after payment
Did this fix it?4. Create a new account
- If recovery isn't possible, generate a new account and save the number in a password manager
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
You're logged out, reinstalled the app or switched device and don't know your 16-digit account number.
Why it happens
- Mullvad stores no email, so there's no password-reset link
- The number was only shown at sign-up and never saved
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