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Bigworm10 Author

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My MacBook says account locked how do I unlock it and change my password

I forgot my password

iPhone 11

Posted on Jul 24, 2023 7:02 PM

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TheLittles

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Posted on Jul 24, 2023 7:33 PM

Bigworm10 Said:

"My MacBook says account locked how do I unlock it and change my password: I forgot my password"

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Troubleshooting a Locked Mac Account:

Reset the Password Using the Login Screen:

You'd go through your Apple ID to perform this. Find out more here: If you Forgot your Mac Login Password - Apple Support. Make sure that caps lock is not enabled when typing it. No Success? Go here: If you can't Reset your Mac Login Password - Apple Support

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