Windows 10: Windows won't sign me in after I forgot my password.

I just got a new PC, and I forgot to add a password before signing out. Now, it shows a "sign in" option under the picture. When I click it, it doesn't sign me into the software. Any way I can combat this?

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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 Windows password - 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.

 

Forgot Password

Hi Cameron,

There are some possible troubleshooting steps you can follow to be able to log in to your account. To assist you regarding the issue, we suggest that you check the steps and information provided on the links below.

support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/189126

account-reset-password-forgot-faq

Let us know how it goes.

 

I forgot my windows 10 user password

Hi,

Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for posting. We appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

I understand the inconvenience that you are unable to sign-in as you forgot your password. We will help you to resolve this issue.

I suggest you to follow the steps in the below article and check if it helps:

Forgotten password and other sign-in problems

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

Hope it helps. Kindly update the status of the issue with required information, we will be happy to help you.