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Forgot my Mac login password

How can I reset my password if I already restart my Mac and still can’t find the options to reset password?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.1

Posted on Dec 10, 2021 3:24 AM

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Dec 11, 2021 4:39 AM in response to Heynah_m

If profile is accurate - this computer is badly out dated version of Big Sur MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.1


The most up to date version is Big Sur 11.6.1


A Time Machine Backup  is very useful  and before updating is attempted


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

Forgot my Mac login password

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