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Forgot password for system preferences

forgot password for system preferences. How can I recover it?

Posted on Jan 17, 2020 12:22 PM

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Posted on Jan 18, 2020 11:52 AM

When you install any macOS update, you are required to enter a password,

That is the administrator password.


If you forgot the Administrator/ login password

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860


Websites password.

Launch Safari.

Safari > Preferences > Passwords

Enter your account password.


Password pane will open.

Highlight / select an website entry. Password will be revealed.




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Jan 18, 2020 11:52 AM in response to IrmaWylie

When you install any macOS update, you are required to enter a password,

That is the administrator password.


If you forgot the Administrator/ login password

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860


Websites password.

Launch Safari.

Safari > Preferences > Passwords

Enter your account password.


Password pane will open.

Highlight / select an website entry. Password will be revealed.




Forgot password for system preferences

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