Forgot my login password

garvitaS Said:

"Forgot my login password: Thanks for the instant response but unfortunately I haven’t set up the Apple ID yet in the MacBook Pro and hence can’t reset password using Apple ID, and therefore tried using recovery mode way to reset the password but couldn’t boot into the recovery mode as well"

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Getting into your Mac w/o an Apple ID:

Set Up a Genius Bar Appointment:

Take this in for a Genius Bar Appointment (GBA) at your local Apple Store.

1. Siart here: Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
2. Scroll down to the Bottom of the page
3. Click the Get hardware help button
4. Proceed from there as necessary.

What to Bring:

Important: Bring some notes, your original proof of purchase, and create a backup prior to bringing it in. Though not required, bring the power adapter along, in case theirs does not work.  See More here: Get your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch Ready for Service - Apple Support

garvitaS Said:

"Forgot my login password: I forgot my login password and when I am trying to boot Mac in recovery mode using cmd + r and cmd + opt + r can someone suggest how to recover my login password"

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Reset the Forgotten Mac Password:

A. Where to Reset it:

Reset it 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.

B. Troubleshooting the Reset:

Go here, if having issues: If you can't Reset your Mac Login Password - Apple Support

C. Learn from This:

Important: Keep a handwritten, hardcopy list of your passwords. Store it in a secret location that only you are knowledgeable of, and only you have access to. And, on top of that, don't share you passwords with anyone whomsoever.