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MacBook Password

I forgot my password to login on my MacBook Air and my account is locked

MacBook Air (2020 or later)

Posted on Jun 26, 2021 10:19 PM

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Posted on Jun 26, 2021 10:32 PM

applejuice_1 Said:

"MacBook Password: I forgot my password to login on my MacBook Air and my account is locked"

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Refer to this link: If you Forgot your Mac Login Password - Apple Support

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Jun 27, 2021 7:05 AM in response to applejuice_1

Intel Computer


1 - Restart computer and immediately hold Command + r keys


2 - Top Tool Bar >> Utilities >> Terminal


3 - Type resetpassword as one word and no spaces


4 - Press Return key


5 - Follow the prompts and remember the New Password


M1 Computer 


1 - Choose Apple menu > > Shut Down.


2 - Press and hold the power button on your Mac until you see “Loading startup options.”


3 - Click Options, then click Continue. 


4 - Top Tool Bar >> Utilities >> Terminal


5 - Type resetpassword as one word and no spaces


6 - Press Return key


7 - Follow the prompts and remember the New Password

MacBook Password

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