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如何重置忘记密码在Windows 11 (2023 Tutorial]

It would be annoying when you forget your Windows 11 password. Luckily, this post will show you five ways to reset forgotten password in Windows 11 without losing data.

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    Updated bySherlyon Jul 20, 2023
    Written byCici

    Follow these quick and efficient ways to reset forgotten password in Windows 11:

    Workable Solutions Step-by-step Troubleshooting
    Fix 1. Reset Password via Password Reset Disk Enter the wrong password on the Windows 11 login page and click "Reset password"...Full steps
    Fix 2. Reset Password via Security Questions Click Reset Password after entering an incorrect password...Full steps
    Fix 3. Reset Password via CMD Click Shift+Restart at the Windows 11 login screen to reboot and enter Windows recovery mode...Full steps
    Fix 4. Reset Password via with Microsoft Account Click "I forgot my password" on the Windows login screen or visit Microsoft's password reset website...Full steps

    If you forget your Windows 11 password, you cannot log in to your Windows 11 account and lose access to your desktop. But don't fret! Each version of Windows has some solutions that will allow you to regain access to your account. This tutorial lists some easy ways toreset forgotten password in Windows 11 without losing your data.

    Here are five ways to reset your Windows 11 password. You can choose according to your situation.

    Way 1. Reset Forgotten Password in Windows 11 via Password Reset Disk

    Using apassword reset diskis one of the easiest ways to reset your local account password. But you need to make a password reset disk before you forget your password. If you have already made one, follow the instructions below to reset your Windows 11 password:

    Step 1.Enter the wrong password on the Windows 11 login page and click "Reset password."

    Step 2.After the password reset wizard pops up, insert the password reset disk and click "Next."

    reset wizard

    Step 3.Select the correct USB and enter the new password, and prompt.

    Close the Password Reset Wizard when you are done. If you did not create a password reset disk in advance, please continue to check other options to reset your Windows 11 password.

    Notice:
    After connecting a blank USB to your computer, you can open Control Panel and search for Create Password Reset. Follow the instructions and create a reset USB drive for your Windows 11 local account.

    Way 2. Reset Forgotten Password in Windows 11 with Security Questions

    During the initial setup of Windows 11, you can create security questions and answers for your local account. If you add security questions, you can reset your Windows 11 password by answering the security questions.

    Step 1.Click Reset Password after entering an incorrect password.

    reset password

    Step 2. Answer the security question you set earlier.

    Step 3.Enter a new password for your local account.

    After resetting the password, you can use the new password to log in to your Windows 11 account.

    If you are using Windows 10, click the link below to learn more:

    Way 3. Reset Forgotten Password in Windows 11 via CMD

    Thecommand linesthat Windows 11 offers provide many features to manage your computer better, including resetting the forgotten password in Windows 11. But this process is complex. You should avoid the parameter error when inputting the commands. And you shouldenter safe modeto open the command prompt.

    Step 1.Click Shift+Restart at the Windows 11 login screen to reboot and enter Windows recovery mode.

    Step 2.After selecting Troubleshoot, select Command Prompt on the Advanced options screen.

    open command prompt

    Step 3.In the CMD window, enter the command:net user username newpasswordand press Enter. Replace username and new password with the password you want to change.

    Step 4.Exit the command and restart the computer.

    如果你想了解更多关于使用CMDto reset your password, you can click on the following more comprehensive tutorial from ipMalik on YouTube:

    Way 4. Reset Forgotten Password in Windows 11 with Microsoft Account

    After Windows 8, you can use Microsoft to sign in to your Windows account. If you forget your Microsoft password, it is also possible that you will be unable to access the Windows 11 desktop. You can reset a forgotten password without logging in by following these steps:

    Step 1.Click "I forgot my password" on the Windows login screen or visit Microsoft's password reset website.

    Step 2.Enter and verify your email address, phone number, or Skype username and click "Next."

    enter and verify information

    Step 3.Enter the missing information and click "Get code."

    get code

    Step 4.Enter the security code and set a new password and click Next.

    Way 5. Reset Forgotten Password in Windows 11 with Password Reset Expert

    If you are unfamiliar with computers, you can try some professional Windows password reset programs to help you easily retrieve your forgotten passwords.

    Some professional software supports resetting or deleting passwords on Windows 11 without losing data. And they are also easy to use.

    Conclusion

    With the five methods above, you should be able to solve the forgotten password problem in Windows 11. Whether you have a local account or an online Microsoft account, you can easily reset your forgotten password in Windows 11. Hope this article can help you.

    In addition, to avoid password problems, you can take some preventive measures, such as creating a password reset disk, adding security questions, or backing up your passwords regularly.

    Reset Forgotten Password in Windows 11 FAQs

    This passage makes it easy to reset forgotten password in Windows 11. You can choose the preferred solutions among the five ways. And this part will offer some other frequently asked questions and short answers about today's topic.

    1. How to change password in Windows 11?

    If you can log in to a Windows 11 computer, you can change your password as follows:

    Step 1. Select Start > Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options.

    Step 2. Select Password and click Change.

    Step 3. Enter your current password and the new password.

    Step 4. Enter the password prompt and click Finish.

    2. How can I reset my Windows 11 password with Command Prompt?

    After you open the command window, you can rest Windows 11 password with this command:

    net user accountname newpassword

    And then hit Enter after you input the command. You should replace the account name and new password with your account and the password you want to set.

    3. How to get into my computer if I am locked out?

    If you are locked out, pressCTRL+ALT+DELETEto unlock the computer. Enter the last user logged in's login details, then click OK. Once the Unlock Computer dialog box has vanished, log on normally by pressing CTRL+ALT+DELETE.

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    Updated bySherly

    Sherly joined EaseUS in 2022 and she has always loved writing articles and enjoys the fun they bring. She receives professional training here, focusing on product performance and other relative knowledge.

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    Written byCici

    Cici has accepted the systematic training on computers at EaseUS. Now she has a detailed understanding of common computer issues, as well as computer backups and disk formatting management solutions.

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