Got it! You want to know how to open or reset a Windows password. Here’s a clear and safe guide for that:
1. If You Forgot Your Windows Password
For Windows 10/11 with Microsoft Account:
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Go to the Microsoft Password Reset page.
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Follow the steps to reset your password using your linked email or phone number.
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Once reset, use the new password to log into your PC.
For Local Account on Windows 10/11:
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If you have a password reset disk (created earlier), plug it in and follow the password reset wizard.
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If not, you can reset the password using Safe Mode or third-party tools (see below).
2. Reset Windows Password Using Safe Mode with Command Prompt
Warning: This method requires some technical steps and may need admin access.
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Restart your PC and press Shift + Restart to open Advanced Startup Options.
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Navigate: Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.
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After restart, press F6 for Safe Mode with Command Prompt.
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In the Command Prompt, enter:
Replace
your_username
with your account name andnew_password
with your new password. -
Restart and log in with the new password.
3. Using a Password Reset Tool
If other methods fail, you can use third-party tools like:
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Ophcrack (free, uses rainbow tables to recover passwords)
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PCUnlocker (paid, resets passwords)
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Offline NT Password & Registry Editor (free, command-line based)
Make sure you download these tools from their official sites and use them responsibly.
4. If You Have Access to Another Admin Account
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Log in with an admin account.
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Open Command Prompt as administrator.
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Type:
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Replace with the target username and new password.
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