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How to Reset Your Password on Windows 11 (Step-by-Step)

DEV Community·Gadisa Belachew·6 months ago
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How to Reset Your Password on Windows 11 (Step-by-Step)

Reset Using Windows 11 Installation Media (Advanced)

This method is for situations where you are completely locked out - no Microsoft account recovery , no security questions , no second admin account. It requires a Windows 11 bootable USB drive.

** Note:** This method requires physical access to the machine and should only be used on a device you own or are authorized to manage.

Step 1: Create a Bootable Windows 11 USB

On another PC, download the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool from:

https://microsoft.com/software-download/windows11

Insert a USB drive (8GB minimum) and follow the tool's instructions to create bootable media.

Step 2: Boot from the USB Drive

Insert the USB into the locked PC.…

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