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Sagere
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Sep 03, 2024

How do I unlock my dell laptop if I forgot my password Windows 11/10

I recently ran into a problem and would like to ask for your help. I forgot my Dell computer login password Windows 11 and now I can't log into the system at all. I tried some traditional methods such as security questions and password reset disk, but nothing worked. Is there any good method to unlock my dell computer if i forgot my password?

 

If you have a tool to recommend or know of a method that works, please let me know. I really need help and hope to find a simple and safe tool to solve the login problem. Thank you very much for your help!

  • I forgot my Windows 11 password before, and I was really confused. Later, I used iSePassword Windows Password Recovery Tool, which quickly solved the problem. The key is that it is safe and does not lose data. If you are also stuck with password problems, you can really try this tool, it is quite useful!

     

    I followed this tutorial: (works for me)

    https://www.poweruserof.com/reset-windows-forgotten-password

     

     

  • PhilipPark's avatar
    PhilipPark
    Copper Contributor

    I forgot my Windows 11 password before, and I was really confused. Later, I used iSePassword Windows Password Recovery Tool, which quickly solved the problem. The key is that it is safe and does not lose data. If you are also stuck with password problems, you can really try this tool, it is quite useful!

     

    I followed this tutorial: (works for me)

    https://www.poweruserof.com/reset-windows-forgotten-password

     

     

    • NoahWang's avatar
      NoahWang
      Copper Contributor

      PhilipPark If you are signing in with a Microsoft account on Dell laptop, then it is easy to unlock Dell laptop by resetting the MS account password online. This is a great help when you forgot Dell laptop password.

       

      Open your web browser and go to Microsoft's password reset page. You'll be prompted to choose why you need to reset your password.  Enter the email address, phone number, or Skype name associated with your Microsoft account. Then, complete the CAPTCHA challenge to verify you’re not a robot, and click Next. 

       

      Depending on the security info you’ve previously set up, Microsoft will offer different options to verify your identity. Once you receive the code, enter it in the provided field on the Microsoft website, and click Next. After verifying your identity, you’ll be prompted to create a new password. You can now use the new password to sign in to unlock dell laptop.

       

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    ElliotWu
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    Sagere 

    To be honest, a password reset disk can really save your life. I forgot Dell laptop password once before, but fortunately I had made a password reset disk a long time ago. The whole process is actually very simple. The key is that you have to prepare it in advance, otherwise it will be too late when you need it.

     

    If you have a password reset disk, plug in the USB flash drive, and then enter a wrong password at random on the login interface. The system will then pop up a prompt saying that the password is wrong and give you an option to "reset password". Click on it, the system will ask you to select the password reset disk you inserted, and then follow the prompts to set a new password.

     

    This process only takes a few minutes. Restart the computer, log in with the new password, and it's done immediately.

     

    Suggestion: It is best to make a password reset disk in advance, which is really convenient. If you haven't done it yet, create one now while you still remember the password, just in case.

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    ArthurPark
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    Sagere For local account, you can safely unlock dell laptop without losing data by using a password reset disk.

     

    Insert the password reset disk into the laptop and turn it on. When you reach the login screen, enter an incorrect password to trigger the "Reset password" option. Click on this option to start the password reset wizard.

     

    The password reset wizard will help you unlock Dell laptop when forgetting login password and guide you through the process. You'll be asked to select the location of your password reset disk, which could be a USB drive or another type of external storage. After selecting the correct disk, you'll be prompted to create a new password. Enter a strong, memorable password and confirm it when prompted. Once you've successfully created a new password, click "Next" to complete the process, and the wizard will update your account with the new password.

     

    After the process is completed, you can log in to the Dell laptop with new password. It's a good idea to create a new password reset disk after you've reset your password, as the old disk will no longer work. This ensures you’ll be prepared if you ever need to reset your password again in the future.  

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    JasonThompson
    Copper Contributor

    Sagere 

    Resetting dell laptop password without disk is a challenge, however, Command Prompt (CMD) works well, provided that you can log in to another administrator account on the system, or in some cases you can enter it through recovery mode.

     

    I helped a friend do it once before. The steps are actually not complicated, but you have to be careful. Here is what I did at the time:

     

    Step 1. Log in to another administrator account:

    If you have another administrator account on your computer that you can log in to, log in first. Open CMD (Command Prompt) and run it as an administrator, so you can right-click the CMD icon and select "Run as Administrator".

     

    Step 2. Reset password:

    In the CMD window, enter the following command:

    For example, if your account name is "John" and you want to set a new password of "123456", you would enter:

    Log out of the current account, return to the login interface, and log in to the original account with the new password you just set. Usually the problem is solved.

     

    If you only have one account and cannot log in, it will be more troublesome. You may need to use other methods to enter the system or use some recovery tools. But if there are other accounts that can be used, CMD is indeed a good way to save time and effort. In addition, remember to write down the password after resetting it or save it with a password manager to avoid forgetting it again.

  • NoahRodriguez's avatar
    NoahRodriguez
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    Sagere 

    Using Microsoft's online password reset service to unlock dell laptop forgotten password is a very convenient way, especially if you use a Microsoft account to log in to your computer. I forgot my password once before, and this method helped me solve it smoothly. The steps are simple. Basically, you reset dell laptop password online and then log in with your new password.

     

    Here are the specific steps:

    1. You need to open a browser on another device that can access the Internet and visit the Microsoft account password reset page.
    2. Once you enter the page, select "I forgot my password" and click "Next".
    3. Next, you will be asked to enter the Microsoft account email or phone number you use to log in to Windows 11. After entering, click "Next".
    4. Microsoft will provide you with several ways to verify your identity, such as sending a verification code to your alternate email or mobile phone number. Select the verification method you can access and enter the verification code you received.
    5. After the verification is successful, you can set a new password. Enter the new password twice, and then click "Next" to complete the reset.
    6. Return to your Dell computer and enter the newly set password on the login screen. After logging in successfully, you can continue to use the computer normally.
  • BlakeYio's avatar
    BlakeYio
    Copper Contributor
    Do you want to unlock dell laptop if forgot password Windows 11/10? Why? It's tempting to keep trying passwords you think might be it, but be careful—after a few failed attempts, your laptop might lock you out for a bit. You don't want to get stuck in a cycle of waiting! Windows has some built-in recovery options that people often overlook. Don't just assume you'll need to factory reset your laptop right away—that can lead to lost files.
  • AidenHarvey's avatar
    AidenHarvey
    Copper Contributor

    Sagere  If you've forgotten Dell laptop login password and it is a domain account, you typically won't be able to reset Windows 11 password from the computer itself, as domain account management is usually handled by the domain controller or IT admin.

     

    A domain account on Windows 11 refers to a user account that is part of a network domain managed by a Windows Server operating system, such as Active Directory.  Domain accounts are managed centrally by network administrators in an Active Directory environment. This means that user accounts, passwords, and access rights are managed from a central server instead of each individual computer.

     

    The most straightforward method is to contact your organization's IT support or network administrator in order to safely unlock a Dell laptop if you forgot the password. They have the permissions required to reset your domain password. Be prepared to verify your identity as per your organization's procedures.

  • Ophelias's avatar
    Ophelias
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    After you forget Dell laptop password, you can use the password reset disk to unlock Windows 11/10 computer, But the biggest downside is that you need to create this disk before you forget your password. If you didn't make one, you're basically stuck in a pickle. You can't just whip it up in a panic when you can't log in!

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