Password on my new MacBook Pro?

How do I recover password on my new MacBook Pro?

Posted on Jun 25, 2022 2:36 AM

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Posted on Jun 25, 2022 5:08 AM

They don't come with a password to recover; you create one during the initial setup routine.


If you forgot your password: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860


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Jun 25, 2022 8:37 AM in response to krenka

Reset Computer Password  for the Administrator Account Password


Intel Computer


1 - Restart computer and immediately hold Command + r keys


2 - Top Tool Bar >> Utilities >> Terminal


3 - Type resetpassword as one word and no spaces


4 - Press Return key


5 - Follow the prompts and remember the New Password


Apple Silicon M1 Computer 


1 - Choose Apple menu > > Shut Down.


2 - Press and hold the power button on your Mac until you see “Loading startup options.”


3 - Click Options, then click Continue. 


4 - Top Tool Bar >> Utilities >> Terminal


5 - Type resetpassword as one word and no spaces


6 - Press Return key


7 - Follow the prompts and remember the New Password

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