David604 Author

Level 1

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MacBook needs new password

I am at my cabin. Forget password on old MacBook Air. Can I get a new MacBook password via iPhone?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 11.6

Posted on May 18, 2024 1:52 PM

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May 18, 2024 2:18 PM in response to David604

No that won't work. You'll have to reset the Mac password on the actual Mac. Follow this article:

If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support

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