How to factory reset windows 10 without password to new owner?

To factory reset Windows 10 without password:

Recommend Method: Access the Built-in Factory Recovery Partition

Some major PC manufacturers (like Dell, HP, and Lenovo) include a factory recovery partition on the hard drive. This allows you to restore the computer to its original out-of-the-box state.

How to try this: As your computer is starting up, before Windows loads, you need to press a specific key repeatedly. The key varies by brand:

Dell: Press F12 at the Dell logo and select "SupportAssist OS Recovery".

HP: Press F11 repeatedly to enter the HP Recovery Manager.

Lenovo: Press the Novo button or F2 + F12.

This method relies on the recovery partition being intact and not corrupted. If the previous owner deleted it or if the hard drive has been reformatted, this option will not be available. Furthermore, the search results indicate that even this method can sometimes be blocked by BitLocker encryption or other security policies. Your most practical path forward is to revisit your list of excluded tools.

To factory reset Windows 10 without password. Obtaining a friend's computer and an 8GB USB drive to run the Media Creation Tool is, according to the search results, the standard, free, and correct procedure for your situation.