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I forgot my password to my newish Macbook Air

How can I get into my Macbook Air if I forgot the password?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.3

Posted on Jan 9, 2023 10:38 AM

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Posted on Jan 9, 2023 10:46 AM

Hi, you may be able to reset your password using your Apple ID. This article shows how to reset a password using your Apple ID or recovery key: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860


This article shows what you should do if you aren’t able to reset your password: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212190


If you are unable to reset your password, you may have to erase your Mac and set it up again. Best of luck. I hope this helps.

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Jan 9, 2023 10:46 AM in response to campsite6

Hi, you may be able to reset your password using your Apple ID. This article shows how to reset a password using your Apple ID or recovery key: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860


This article shows what you should do if you aren’t able to reset your password: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212190


If you are unable to reset your password, you may have to erase your Mac and set it up again. Best of luck. I hope this helps.

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