If you forgot your MacBook password

my MacBook account is locked. I forgot the password to unlock it. As I am sure this password is different from my Apple ID. How do I reset this

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 11.3

Posted on Jun 26, 2022 08:57 PM

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Posted on Jun 26, 2022 09:17 PM

Try the following:

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Jun 27, 2022 06:52 AM in response to miya118

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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