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How to reset Windows 10 account passwords
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Quote:Windows 10 users who forgot the password of a user account cannot sign in to that account anymore. Certain options are provided to reset the password depending on the account type and other parameters such as whether it is a work account managed by an IT department or a home account.

Windows 10 supports two main account types: local accounts and Microsoft accounts. Local accounts exist only on the device, Microsoft accounts globally.

The account type determines whether it is possible to reset an account password. The solution is straightforward for Microsoft accounts as it is possible to reset the account password online.

Resetting a Windows 10 Microsoft account password

Windows 10 users may start the password reset on the sign-in page by selecting "I forgot my password" on the sign-in screen.

This loads the "Recover your account" screen with a captcha, and then the "Verify your identity" screen to enter a security code sent to the linked email address or phone number.

Microsoft account owners may reset passwords online as well. Just visit the Recover your account page on https://account.live.com/ and follow the instructions to do so.

Additional information is available on this Microsoft account support. We have published a detailed guide on resetting a Microsoft account password.
Full reading: https://www.ghacks.net/2019/01/07/how-to...passwords/
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