How to Reset PC Password?

Use your Microsoft account password reset page if you sign in with a Microsoft account

Use the local account password reset disk if you created one earlier

Use another administrator account on the PC to change the password

Use Windows Recovery Environment to access Command Prompt and reset the account if you are authorized to do so

Use Safe Mode with Command Prompt if enabled and permitted on the system

Use the built-in password reset questions if they were set up for the local account

Use your organization’s IT administrator if the PC is managed by a workplace or school

Use manufacturer recovery options to restore the PC if password recovery is not possible

Reinstall Windows if you cannot recover access and have proper authorization

Contact Microsoft Support or the device manufacturer for account or device-specific recovery help

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