Locked out of my iMac

IMac won’t recognize my password

iMac, OS X 10.11

Posted on Apr 3, 2024 11:34 AM

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MacMikeInOK

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Posted on Apr 3, 2024 11:43 AM

You'll need to reset your password, unfortunately.

Start with this: If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support

If needed, this may help: If you can't reset your Mac login password - Apple Support

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MacMikeInOK

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Apr 3, 2024 11:43 AM in response to Vexed23

You'll need to reset your password, unfortunately.

Start with this: If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support

If needed, this may help: If you can't reset your Mac login password - Apple Support

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