Discover the step-by-step process to change or reset your Windows password if you've lost or forgotten it. This guide will help you regain access to your Windows account quickly and securely.

Learn how to reset or change your Microsoft account password. Get help with a forgotten Microsoft account password.

Learn how to create a password reset disk for a local account in Windows 10 and Windows 11.

If you can’t find the BitLocker recovery key and are unable to undo any changes that caused it to be needed, you’ll have to reset your device using one of the Windows recovery options.

If Windows won't start or isn't responding, you can use a USB recovery drive to access recovery tools and solve problems. Your Surface comes with Windows recovery info that allows you to refresh it or …

Oct 14, 2025 · Learn about the different reset options in Windows and how to reset your device.

Before you reset your device and reinstall Windows, you can choose to keep your files or remove them. If you can't sign in to Windows, try retrieving your password before performing a reset.

Learn how to reset your PIN if you aren't signed in to Windows and having trouble using your PIN.

The steps below describe how to change a known password for a Microsoft personal account. If you need to reset your Microsoft account password because you forgot it, see Reset your Microsoft …

If you forgot your work or school password or have been locked out of your account, you can use your security info and your mobile device to reset your work or school password.