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Delilahzk
Copper Contributor
May 25, 2023

How to Bypass Windows 11 Login Password When It Gets Locked?

Hi there,   I'm in a bit of a predicament. I've found myself locked out of my Windows 11 laptop and I can't seem to remember my password. While I know that the best practice is to keep track of the...
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Reza_Ameri
Silver Contributor
May 25, 2023

Are you using Microsoft Account or Local Account?
Did you create password reset disk?
In case you are using Microsoft Account, then have a look at:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/reset-a-forgotten-microsoft-account-password-eff4f067-5042-c1a3-fe72-b04d60556c37

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    Delilahzk
    Copper Contributor
    May 26, 2023

    Reza_AmeriIt is a local account here. I have problem logging in with my main Microsoft account so I added a local account instead as I did on Windows 11.

     

    In addition, what is recovery media?

     

    [Update]: Received a couple of messages asking if I fixed the issue. In fact, I had successfully reset the forgotten password on my Windows 11 with the help of Windows Password Recovery Pro. Here is the guide I followed:

     

    https://www.iseepasword.com/online-help/windows-password-recovery.html

     

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      Reza_Ameri
      Silver Contributor
      May 26, 2023
      I was referring to the password reset disk which is:
      https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/create-a-password-reset-disk-for-a-local-account-in-windows-9a54a5ca-27bc-de72-244a-27b7d62951de
      Do you have any other account?
      There are third-party tools claim to do password recovery but they are NEVER recommended and if you want to use them, it is on your own risk.
      Have a look at:
      https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/identity-protection/password-support-policy

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