In the process of daily use of the computer, in order to protect personal privacy and ensure data security, it is very necessary to set a boot password. However, over time, we may need to change this password for various reasons, or sometimes we may forget it. So, in this case, how should we modify or reset the computer boot password?
1. Change the computer boot password.
Click the Start button in the lower-left corner of your computer's desktop and select the Settings icon.
In the "Settings" window, find and tap on the "Account" option.
In the left menu of the Account page, select Sign-in Options.
Find the "Password" option on the right side and click on the "Change" button below.
Next, you will be asked to enter your current password for verification. Once you have entered the correct password, click "Next".
Then, enter the new password you want to set and reconfirm it. If you'd like to add a password hint as well, you can enter the information in the input box below. When you're done, click "Next".
Finally, you will be prompted that your password has been successfully changed. Click the "Done" button to exit the setup.
2. Reset the computer boot password.
If you have forgotten your computer's boot password, don't worry because the Windows system provides the ability to reset the password. The steps are as follows:
On the login screen, try entering the wrong password. Then, select the "Reset Password" link.
If you've previously set up security questions, you'll be asked to answer them to verify your identity. Follow the on-screen prompts and enter your new password. Once you're done, log in with your new password.
If you didn't set up a security question or forgot the answer, you can try using your Microsoft account to reset your password. Select the "I forgot my password" link on the login screen and follow the steps.
If you're using a local account instead of a Microsoft account, the steps to reset your password may be different. In this case, you may need to use a third-party tool or contact technical support to help you reset your password.
3. Precautions.
When changing or resetting your password, make sure that your computer is connected to the Internet so that you can complete the operation without any problems.
To protect your privacy and data security, avoid passwords that are too simple or easy to guess. It is recommended to use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters to create a strong password.
If you often need to change your passwords or are worried about forgetting them, consider using a password manager to save and manage your passwords. This makes it easy for you to quickly find and change your password when you need it.
If your computer is running an Enterprise or Education version of Windows, you may need to contact your system administrator to help you change or reset your password. Because these versions of Windows systems usually have stricter password policies and management settings.