How to Change or Reset Your Windows 11 Password

This article explains how to change or reset their passwords in Windows 11.

Windows 11 lets you change your password if you forget it. This can be done easily if you set a password hint and have an online account.

Knowing how to reset passwords in Windows 11 is crucial if you forget your password and cannot access your computer. It is also useful when you want to change your password for security reasons or simply because you wish to use a different one.

Change your Password in Windows 11

Windows lets you change your password from the Settings app.

Here’s how to do it.

First, open the Windows Settings app.

You can do that by clicking on the Start menu and selecting Settings. Or press the keyboard shortcut (Windows key + I) to launch the Settings app.

When the Settings app opens, click the Accounts button on the left. Then, select the Sign-in options tile on the right to expand it.

On the Accounts > Sign-in options settings page, under Ways to sign in, click the “Password” tile to expand it.

Under Password, select the Change button and follow the steps.

To change your current password, follow these steps. You will need to enter your current password. If you do not remember it, you won’t be able to change it.

Complete the password change process, and you’re done.

Note: The above process will only work if you know your current Password. If you don’t, then continue below.

Reset your Password in Windows 11

If you have forgotten or lost your Windows 11 password for a local account and need to access your computer again, continue reading to learn how to reset your password.

For all Windows 11 editions, internet access is required to perform updates, download, and take advantage of some features. A Microsoft account is required for some features.

Some Windows 11 devices will require internet and a Microsoft account for changing and resetting passwords. You can reset your Microsoft account online using your registered email address.

If you sign in with Microsoft, reset your account using the link below.

Microsoft account | Sign In or Create Your Account Today – Microsoft

If you sign in with a local account, then use the steps below:

On the login screen, please type the password you think is correct. Select the Reset password link on the sign-in screen if it returns as incorrect.

To reset your password, enter the security questions you provided when you first set up your machine.

• Answer your security questions.
• Enter a new password.
• Sign in as usual with the new Password.

Reset your computer

If you still can’t answer the security questions above, you can’t reset your Microsoft online account, and you are still unable to log in, another option will be to reset your device.

Resetting your device will permanently delete your data, programs, and settings.

To reset your device, which will delete data, programs, and settings:

1. Press the Shift key while you select the Power button > Restart in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. On the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot > Reset this PC.
3. Select Remove Everything.

That should get you back into your machine.

Conclusion:

• Changing or resetting your password in Windows 11 is essential for maintaining security and accessibility.
• Always remember your current password for a seamless change process.
• If you forget your password, utilize security questions or reset your Microsoft account online.
• Regularly update your password to enhance security.
• In case of complete access loss, consider resetting your computer as a last resort, understanding that this will erase all data.