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I forgot my password for the mac I am using now, pleae help. How do I access my ID to change my password

I have forgotten my password on my new mac pro


Posted on Jan 29, 2021 11:16 PM

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Posted on Jan 30, 2021 6:31 AM

On much older version of MacOS, you could keep entering it wrong and eventually it would suggest you could use your Apple-ID.


This works provided you have a simple, trouble-free Internet connection immediately available, not bollixed up with added complexity like certificates, VPNs, and junk.


The procedure has been changed somewhat, and varies slightly with version of MacOS -- select the correct version in this article for most accurate information:


https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/reset-your-mac-login-password-mh35902/10.14/mac/10.14


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Jan 30, 2021 6:31 AM in response to Paul_Varjak

On much older version of MacOS, you could keep entering it wrong and eventually it would suggest you could use your Apple-ID.


This works provided you have a simple, trouble-free Internet connection immediately available, not bollixed up with added complexity like certificates, VPNs, and junk.


The procedure has been changed somewhat, and varies slightly with version of MacOS -- select the correct version in this article for most accurate information:


https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/reset-your-mac-login-password-mh35902/10.14/mac/10.14


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I forgot my password for the mac I am using now, pleae help. How do I access my ID to change my password

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