Reset Windows 10 Password with USB [Tutorial]

How to Reset Your Windows 10 Administrative Password

1. Determine Account Type:

   • If you have a local account without an email linked to your computer, this tutorial is for you.
   • If you have a Microsoft-based account, there is a different process, but you can still follow along for general knowledge.

2. Prepare Windows 10 Installation Media:

   • Download the Windows 10 Media Creation Tool.
   • Create a bootable DVD or USB flash drive using the tool.
   • Boot your computer from the DVD or USB drive. Adjust boot order in BIOS settings if needed.

3. Access Elevated Command Prompt:

   • Boot from the Windows 10 installation media.
   • Hold down Shift and F10 simultaneously to open the elevated command prompt window.

4. Enter Commands:

   • Type diskpart and press Enter.
   • Type list volume and press Enter.
   • Select the main partition of your system (usually the largest volume).

5. Navigate to System Partition:

   • Type CD D: (replace D with your system partition letter).
   • Type exit to close the command prompt window.
   • Type CLS to clear the screen.

6. Copy Utility Manager:

   • Type copy utilman.exe utilman1.exe and press Enter.
   • Type copy cmd.exe cmd1.exe and press Enter.
   • Type del utilman.exe and press Enter.
   • Type rename cmd.exe utilman.exe and press Enter.

7. Reset Password:

   • Close all open windows.
   • Cancel the Windows installation.
   • On the lock screen, click on the Ease of Access icon.
   • Open a command prompt window by typing control userpasswords2 and pressing Enter.
   • Select the username, click on "Reset Password," enter and confirm the new password.

8. Log In with New Password:

   • Enter the new password and confirm.
   • Click "OK" to save the changes.
   • Close the command prompt window.
   • Log in using the new password.

9. For Microsoft Account Users:

   • If you have a Microsoft account, create an administrator account using net user administrator /active.
   • Sign in with the new administrator account to manage other accounts.

10. Conclusion:

    • You have successfully reset your Windows 10 administrative password.
    • Remember to keep your new password secure.

By following these steps, you can regain access to your Windows 10 computer even if you forgot the administrative password.