Windows 10: Forgotten password on Win 8.1

Discus and support Forgotten password on Win 8.1 in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I've got a laptop, who's owner has forgotten the password.I initially went through the password reset process, it sent a code to the owner's cell... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Quattrov_Support, Oct 1, 2022.

  1. Forgotten password on Win 8.1


    I've got a laptop, who's owner has forgotten the password.I initially went through the password reset process, it sent a code to the owner's cell number, yada, yada, yada, rest the password, was able to get into their Microsoft account, but did not see this laptop listed in devices. When trying the new password I had set, it kept telling me wrong password & giving me options for resetting it, which I already did...I created a Win 8.1 install flash drive & went through the steps outlined in another post, where I added another user account & added it to the administrators group, but

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    Quattrov_Support, Oct 1, 2022
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    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, Oct 1, 2022
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    "What to do if you forget your Windows 8/8.1 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. For more info, go to the

      Reset your password
      webpage.
    • If you're using a local account, use your password hint as a reminder.
    If you've tried these suggestions and still can't sign in:

    • If you have Windows 8.1, you'll need to reinstall Windows.
    • If you have Windows RT 8.1, you'll need to contact your PC manufacturer.
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    Microsoft forbids any assistance being given in these Forums to help you bypass or "crack" lost or forgotten Passwords.

    Here is the Microsoft Information outlining that Policy:

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    Bill Smithers, Oct 1, 2022
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  4. Forgotten password on Win 8.1

    Forgotten password

    Hi,

    "What to do if you forget your Windows 8/8.1 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. For more info, go to the

      Reset your password
      webpage.
    • If you're using a local account, use your password hint as a reminder.
    If you've tried these suggestions and still can't sign in:

    • If you have Windows 8.1, you'll need to reinstall Windows.
    • If you have Windows RT 8.1, you'll need to contact your PC manufacturer.
    @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

    Microsoft forbids any assistance being given in these Forums to help you bypass or "crack" lost or forgotten Passwords.

    Here is the Microsoft Information outlining that Policy:

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    Microsoft policy about lost or forgotten passwords

    Technical support policy for lost or forgotten passwords - Windows security

    Cheers.
     
    Bill Smithers, Oct 1, 2022
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