How to Unlock Your Mac When You Forget Your Password

Learn how to easily unlock your Mac if you've forgotten your password using Recovery Mode or your Apple ID.

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Yes, you can unlock your Mac if you forgot your password. Use Recovery Mode by restarting and holding Command + R. Open Terminal from the Utilities menu and type `resetpassword`. Follow prompts to reset your password. Alternatively, if you have an Apple ID linked, you can reset through the login screen by clicking the question mark next to the password field. For best results, make sure all necessary backups are performed before proceeding.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I unlock my Mac using my Apple ID? Yes, if your Apple ID is linked, you can click the question mark at the password field to reset your password.
  2. What should I do before resetting my Mac password? Ensure you have backups of your data before proceeding with any password reset actions.
  3. How do I access Recovery Mode on my Mac? Restart your Mac and immediately hold down Command + R until the Apple logo appears to access Recovery Mode.

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