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I have an Apple computer and I have forgotten the password

I have an apple computer and i have forgotten the password


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Posted on Sep 16, 2021 1:18 AM

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Posted on Sep 16, 2021 1:38 AM

Click on the link below.

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

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Sep 16, 2021 1:46 AM in response to mosefelix

Reset Computer Password 


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




Apple Silicon 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

I have an Apple computer and I have forgotten the password

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