On Windows 10, using a strong password is one of the best ways to secure your account malicious individuals. If you suspect someone has your password, you can change your password in Windows with just a few clicks. In this article we’ll show you how to set a Windows Password or change
How to add local account password on Windows 10
1- Click the Start button at the bottom left of your screen.
2- Then click setting. And choouse Select Accounts.
3- From the list of settings on the left side, select “Sign-in Options” and then under the “Password” section on the right, click the “add” button.
4- Next, your create password and confirm password, and set a password hint. Click Next.
5- Click the Finish button.
How to change local account password on Windows 10
1- Click the Start button at the bottom left of your screen.
2- Then click setting. And choouse Select Accounts.
3- From the list of settings on the left side, select “Sign-in Options” and then under the “Password” section on the right, click the “Change” button.
4 – Next, enter your current password and click Next. Then follow the on-screen instructions to create a new password.
5- Enter and reenter a new password, and set a password hint. Click the Next button.
6- Click the Finish button.
After you complete the steps, the password will change in your local account.
Alternative Method
Change Windows 10 Password from Command Prompt
1- Open an elevated Command Prompt in Windows 10.
2- Type the following command to change the account password and press Enter:
1 | net user username 123 |
Once you complete the steps, sign out from your Windows 10 account, and sign back in to start using the new password.
Important: Change the account password connected to a Microsoft account will also change the password of your Microsoft services, including Outlook.com, OneDrive, etc., associated with your account.
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