How to Reset Windows 11/10 Password in Just 3 Minutes without Logging & Disk or Pen Drive

Forgetting your Windows login password can feel like being locked out of your own home. But don’t panic—there’s a simple and effective way to reset your password without losing any files or data. This guide will walk you through the process in just a few minutes, using tools already built into your computer.

Why Would You Need to Reset Your Password?

Whether it’s due to forgetting your password after a long time or setting a complicated one you can’t recall, getting locked out of your computer is frustrating. Fortunately, Windows provides a way to reset your password if you’re unable to log in.

Let’s dive straight into the solution.

Steps to Reset Your Windows 11/10 Password

Step 1: Open Advanced Startup Options

1. If you’re stuck on the login screen, click the Power icon in the bottom-right corner.
2. While holding the Shift key, click Restart. This will take you to the Advanced Startup menu.
3. If you can’t access this menu, restart your PC and press the key specific to your system (like F8, F11, or Del) to access recovery options.

Step 2: Launch Command Prompt

1. Once the Advanced Startup menu opens, click on Troubleshoot, then go to Advanced Options and select Command Prompt.
2. A black command window will appear.

Step 3: Replace Utility Manager with Command Prompt

1. In the Command Prompt window, type this command and press Enter:

   copy c:\windows\system32\utilman.exe c:\windows\system32\utilman.exeback
   
   
   
   copy c:\windows\system32\cmd.exe c:\windows\system32\utilman.exe /y
   
   

   This command replaces the Utility Manager (accessible from the login screen) with Command Prompt.

Step 4: Restart Your Computer

1. After completing the previous step, close the Command Prompt window and restart your PC.
   
   
   
   
   
2. When the login screen appears, click on the Utility Manager icon (usually in the bottom-right corner). Instead of opening the usual menu, the Command Prompt will now launch.
   
   
   

Step 5: Reset the Password

1. In the Command Prompt, type this command and hit Enter:
   
   net localgroup administrator
   
   Type command net user gsmhelpful * Replace [YourUsername] with your Windows account name and hit enter key then [NewPassword] with the password you’d like to set again set password then hit enter key.
   
   Example:

   net user gsmhelpful *
   

2. After executing the command, you’ll see a message confirming that the password was successfully changed.
   
   

Step 6: Log in with Your New Password

1. Close the Command Prompt window and return to the login screen.
2. Enter the new password you just set, and you’ll be able to log in to your account.
   

Tips to Avoid Forgetting Passwords

• Write down your password and keep it in a secure place.
• Use a password manager to store and organize your passwords safely.
• Set up a password recovery option (like a PIN, fingerprint, or security questions) to make future resets easier.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

1. Can’t Access Advanced Startup Options:
   Make sure to press the right key (e.g., F8, F11) during startup. Alternatively, use a bootable USB drive with Windows recovery tools.

2. "Access Denied" Error:
   This can occur if the Command Prompt wasn’t opened with administrator privileges. Make sure you’re following the steps exactly as outlined.