How to Reset Computer Without Password?

If it is your computer, use the built-in recovery/reset options from the sign-in screen or recovery environment

On Windows, select Power > Restart while holding Shift, then choose Troubleshoot > Reset this PC

On Windows, use Advanced startup from the recovery screen to access Reset this PC

On Windows, if available, use a password reset disk or another administrator account

On Windows, use installation media or a recovery drive to start the reset process

On macOS, restart into Recovery Mode and use Disk Utility or Reinstall macOS

On ChromeOS, use Powerwash from the sign-in screen or recovery mode

If the device is managed by an organization, contact the administrator

If you do not own the device or do not have permission, do not attempt to bypass the password

Back up any accessible files before resetting if possible

After reset, set up a new password and enable account recovery options

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