Windows 10: I forgot my PC password, how do I fix this?

Discus and support I forgot my PC password, how do I fix this? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I reset my PC but I reset my PC. After it turned on, the password no longer works. How do I reset or change my password? I no longer have access to my... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by didier melata, Mar 14, 2025.

  1. DIDIER MELATA
    didier melata Win User

    I forgot my PC password, how do I fix this?


    I reset my PC but I reset my PC. After it turned on, the password no longer works. How do I reset or change my password? I no longer have access to my PC.

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    didier melata, Mar 14, 2025
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  2. KARTHICKA_R
    Karthicka_R Win User

    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.

    Change or Reset Your Password in Windows - Microsoft Support

    You may also refer to the below article.

    I can't sign in to my Microsoft account - Microsoft Support

    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Mar 14, 2025
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  3. SOLUTIONS
    Solutions Win User
    Forgot PC login and Bitlocker Passwords

    *Doh I found the password when I went back to my password list to implement Bree's suggestion! Apologies for uneccessary post - although I wouldn't have found it had you guys not given me hope with your replies! *Party
     
    Solutions, Mar 14, 2025
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  4. HIDDENSTUPID
    HiddenStupid Win User

    I forgot my PC password, how do I fix this?

    forgot password for account!!!!

    forgot password for account!!!!

    you know when you boot up your computer... and yeha i have more than one account and I forgot the password to one of them.

    is there anyway for me to get in to the account? or the account will be perminant lock if i dont remember password?

    xp home
     
    HiddenStupid, Mar 14, 2025
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