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how to login if you forgot password

how to log in if you forgot password




Posted on Apr 1, 2022 12:34 AM

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Posted on Apr 1, 2022 1:11 AM

Follow the steps mentioned in this article:

If you forgot our Mac login password - Apple Support

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Apr 2, 2022 2:41 AM in response to deno48

Reset Computer Password  for the Administrator Account 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

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