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I forgot my recovery key for my Mac

I forgot my password for my MacBook Pro and I don’t know my recovery key…how can I get into my Mac?

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 12.1

Posted on Mar 19, 2023 3:58 PM

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Posted on Mar 19, 2023 5:30 PM

shelli274 wrote:

I forgot my password for my MacBook Pro and I don’t know my recovery key…how can I get into my Mac?



See this post: recovery key to unlock volume

recovery key to unlock volume - Apple Community



If you forget your passcode or can't verify your identity, take your Mac to an Apple Authorized Service Provider (https://locate.apple.com/?apt_Flag=true) along with your proof of purchase.


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Mar 19, 2023 5:30 PM in response to shelli274

shelli274 wrote:

I forgot my password for my MacBook Pro and I don’t know my recovery key…how can I get into my Mac?



See this post: recovery key to unlock volume

recovery key to unlock volume - Apple Community



If you forget your passcode or can't verify your identity, take your Mac to an Apple Authorized Service Provider (https://locate.apple.com/?apt_Flag=true) along with your proof of purchase.


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