How to Unlock Windows 10 Computer When You Forgot Administrator Password

There are many ways to unlock Windows 10 passwords for both local account and Microsoft account, but the recovery methods differ depends on the situation.

If you forgot your administrator password for your Windows 10 computer, don't worry - there are a few ways to reset it.

If you have access to another account on the computer with administrator privileges, you can reset the password from the Command Prompt.

If you don't have another account, you can use a password reset disk or USB drive. If you created one when you first set up your computer, insert it now and follow the instructions.

If you don't have a password reset disk or USB drive, you can create one from another computer.

If you don't have another computer, you can try a few different methods to guess your password.

If you're still having trouble, you can always reinstall Windows 10.

Method 1: Resetting the Password from the Command Prompt

If you have another account on your computer with administrator privileges, you can reset the password from the Command Prompt.

1. Open the Command Prompt as administrator. To do this, search for "Command Prompt" in the Start menu, right-click on the first result, and select "Run as administrator."

2. In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:

net user [username] [new password]

3. Replace [username] with the username of the account you want to change the password for, and [new password] with the new password you want to use.

4. Close the Command Prompt and try logging into the account with the new password.

Method 2: Using a Password Reset Disk or USB Drive

If you created a password reset disk or USB drive when you first set up your computer, you can use it to reset your password.

1. Insert the password reset disk or USB drive into your computer.

2. Open the Password Reset Wizard by searching for "reset password" in the Start menu.

3. Follow the instructions to reset your password.

4. Try logging into your account with the new password.

Method 3: Creating a Password Reset Disk or USB Drive from Another Computer

If you don't have a password reset disk or USB drive, you can create one from another computer.

1. Download the Windows Password Reset Tool from the internet.

2. Install the program on the other computer and launch it.

3. Follow the instructions to create a password reset disk or USB drive.

4. Insert the password reset disk or USB drive into your computer.

5. Open the Password Reset Wizard by searching for "reset password" in the Start menu.

6. Follow the instructions to reset your password.

7. Try logging into your account with the new password.

Method 4: Guessing Your Password

If you don't have another computer or a password reset disk or USB drive, you can try guessing your password.

1. Think of all the possible passwords you might have used.

2. Try common passwords, such as "password" or "123456".

3. Try using a password you've used for other accounts.

4. Try using a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols.

5. If you're still having trouble, try using a password recovery tool.

Method 5: Reinstalling Windows 10

If you're still having trouble resetting your password, you can always reinstall Windows 10.

1. Back up all your important files and data to an external drive.

2. Insert the Windows 10 installation media into your computer.

3. Boot from the installation media.

4. Follow the instructions to reinstall Windows 10.

5. When prompted, choose to keep your personal files and data.

6. After the installation is complete, try logging into your account with the new password.