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what do i do if i forgot my password to my macbook air

what do i do if i forgot my password to get into my computer? i’ve looked it up and the solutions i’ve tried are not working.

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 11.2

Posted on Jul 13, 2021 3:00 PM

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Jul 13, 2021 3:17 PM in response to bellagiacomini

Hi,


Did you tried the "resetpassword" command via Terminal?


  1. Restart your Mac.
  2. While it is restarting, press and hold the Command + R keys until you see the Apple logo. 
  3. Go to the Apple Menu at the top and click Utilities.
  4. Then click Terminal.
  5. Type “resetpassword” in the terminal window. 
  6. Then hit Enter.
  7. Type your password and a hint.
  8. Finally, click Restart.


what do i do if i forgot my password to my macbook air

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