windows sign in

If Windows is signed in with a Microsoft account:

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Accounts > Sign-in options.
3. Select Password > Change.
4. Follow the prompts.
5. If the current password is forgotten, select Forgot my current password and complete the verification steps.

If Windows is signed in with a local account:

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Accounts > Sign-in options.
3. Select Password > Change.
4. Enter the current password, then create the new password.
5. If the password is forgotten while already signed in, select I forgot my password, answer the security questions, and enter a new password.

If not signed in to Windows:

• For a Microsoft account, on the sign-in screen select I forgot my password.
• For a local account, on the sign-in screen select the password entry button, then OK > Reset password, and answer the security questions.

If signed in with a PIN and the Microsoft account password needs to be changed:

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Accounts > Sign-in options.
3. Select Password > Change.
4. If the password is forgotten, select Forgot my current password and follow the verification steps.

References:

• Change or reset your Microsoft account password in Windows
• Change or reset your local account password in Windows
• User Account Access in Windows