Windows 10: Lost password (local account)

Discus and support Lost password (local account) in User Accounts and Family Safety to solve the problem; Hello - I have been using a local (non-microsoft) account to sign in to my laptop. I set a four digit pin a few months ago because it's easier to... Discussion in 'User Accounts and Family Safety' started by Ninjagirl74, May 17, 2016.

  1. NINJAGIRL74
    Ninjagirl74 Win User

    Lost password (local account)


    Hello -
    I have been using a local (non-microsoft) account to sign in to my laptop. I set a four digit pin a few months ago because it's easier to remember and use - however - I have forgotten my actual password. *Sad A month or so ago, I attempted to use the 'netplwiz' feature to reset it and was asked to re-start the computer. After doing so - my account was not accessible and I ended up using the recovery tool and rolled it back to prior state.

    My question is - How can I reset my password without this happening again? Do I need to use the built-in admin account? The 'netplwiz' tool will not allow me to reset as the 'reset password' button is greyed out. The only other account that exists on my laptop is the 'built-in' admin account. So, should I log out, and log back in to the built-in, or create a 'new user' account? I just don't want to lose everything under my account. I was wanting to change to a 'Microsoft' account, but was asked to enter my 'old' password (which I'm guessing is my local account password), and I don't have it - only the four-digit pin.

    Any help would be great! If additional information is needed, I'll be happy to provide! Thanks!!*Smile

    Lisa

    :)
     
    Ninjagirl74, May 17, 2016
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  2. JIMWYNNE
    JimWynne Win User
    JimWynne, May 17, 2016
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  3. ANDRE DA COSTA
    Andre Da Costa Win User
    trouble with activation of windows 10

    Were you able to initially setup the computer?

    Try setting up Windows 10 with just a local account, the connect to a Microsoft Account after.

    How to Recover Your Lost Windows Password
     
    Andre Da Costa, May 17, 2016
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  4. KARI
    Kari Win User

    Lost password (local account)

    Hi Lisa, welcome to the Ten Forums.

    Sign out from your local account, sign in with built-in admin account. Run netplwiz, select your local account and select Reset Password. Doing it from built-in admin you will not be asked the old password.

    You can now sign out from built-in admin and sign in to your local account with new password.
     
    Kari, May 17, 2016
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  5. NINJAGIRL74
    Ninjagirl74 Win User
    Kari,

    Thank you!! I was going to proceed that way, but wanted to make sure I wouldn't lose my entire profile! I made the mistake of changing it this way when signed in with my local account and messed everything up. Thanks so much!! *Smile
    Lisa
     
    Ninjagirl74, May 24, 2016
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  6. KARI
    Kari Win User
    You are welcome *Smile
     
    Kari, Apr 5, 2018
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