How to Change your Mac’s Password

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The password on your system gives you access to all the data in it. It is very important to remember the password not only to log in to your system’s account but also to install and modify software programs and to verify any changes that require an extra level of security.

In-case you have forgotten your mac’s password, fortunately, there’s a way to reset it through your Apple ID. We will recommend you change your mac’s password timely.

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In this guide, we will show you how to change your mac’s password quickly and easily.

How to Change your MacBook’s Password

Follow the steps mentioned below to change your Mac Password

First login to your mac using the current password.

Next, click on the Apple logo on the top-left corner of the screen.click on apple logo on the top left corner of the screen

From the drop-down menu, select the “System Preferences” option.system preferences

Preferences window will appear on the screen, select “Users & Groups”.users and groups option in system preferences

On the Users & Groups window, you will see the list of users in the left-hand pane. Click on the username whose password you want to change and from the right-hand side of the window click on the “Change Password…” button.change password option in users and groups on mac

Finally type-in your system account’s old password, then type in the new password and verify it by re-typing. You can also add a password hint for other people to access your account.changing password on mac

Last, click on “Change Password” to implement the changes you have made.

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