My Mac is not letting me reset my password
What should I do if it says there’s an error connecting to Apple ID server? I forgot my MacBook password on my new MacBook.
MacBook Air (2020 or later)
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What should I do if it says there’s an error connecting to Apple ID server? I forgot my MacBook password on my new MacBook.
MacBook Air (2020 or later)
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
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
Hi,
Do you remember your Apple ID and password?
Intel-base MacBook Air or an M1?
To be honest no I was trying to keep my kids out. I know it on my other devices I'm not sure if it's the same
MacBook
My Mac is not letting me reset my password