Windows 10: Forgot password, can’t reset it.

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  1. E_Dambold Win User

    Forgot password, can’t reset it.


    Hello Microsoft Community! I just got my desktop back and I can’t seem to remember my password. It’s been in storage for a year or two and no matter what passwords / PIN I try; nothing seems to work. I’ve tried resetting it as well but I don’t have access to the phone number I had on file. I’ve also submitted dozens of Recovery Request Forms but to no avail. I’ve also tried resetting my pass manually in the cmd prompt using ‘control userpasswords2’, but this also was unsuccessful. I believe this fix specifically didn’t work because my profile/password is connected to my outlook account, which

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    E_Dambold, Apr 18, 2022
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  2. P4-630 Win User

    How to reset Windwos 8 Password?

    Change or reset your Windows password

    • If you've forgotten your Windows password, there are several ways to retrieve or reset it:
      • If your PC is on a domain, your system administrator must reset your password.
      • If you're using a Microsoft account, you can reset your password online. ...
      • If you're using a local account, use your password hint as a reminder.
     
    P4-630, Apr 18, 2022
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  3. forgot password

    Hi Tom,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft community.

    • Are you using Microsoft account or local account for logging in the computer?
    I suggest you to follow steps from the below article “What to do if you forget your Windows password” and check if it helps.

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/what-do-forget-windows-password#1TC=windows-10

    You may also refer to the below article.

    You can't sign in to your Microsoft account

    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Apr 18, 2022
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  4. Forgot password, can’t reset it.

    Upgrade to windows 10. Current password doesn t work

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    Sorry for the inconvenience caused. I will assist you with this.

    Please let us know

    • Are you logged in with a local account or Microsoft account?
    • Have you tried typing the password with On-Screen keyboard?
    I would suggest you to try the following steps and check if it helps.

    Step 1: On-Screen Keyboard

    You may use the accessibility options to pop open a on-screen keyboard and type the password from there to make sure you are typing the correct password.

    If the issue persists,

    Step 2:

    If you see your email address listed there, it must be a Microsoft account. You will be able to reset the password and log in if your PC is connected to internet.

    Refer,

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-live/account-reset-password-forgot-faq

    Hope this information was helpful.
     
    Deepak_Krishnan R, Apr 18, 2022
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