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I forgot password to my desktop need help security questions are not right

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@Ljellis 

 

Password Help on the Community

 

Unfortunately, we cannot assist with this beyond providing basic information.

 

Community members are prohibited providing any information that can / will breach the computer's security.

 

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Start Here and work your way down the list. 

The last option (Reset) can be used if other solutions fail.

 

HP PCs - Change or Reset the Computer Password (Windows 10)

 

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If you are using a Microsoft Account to log into the computer,

You might  be able to get help from Microsoft.

Reminder:  You can reset your Microsoft password using a different computer

 

Microsoft Account – Password Reset

When you can't sign in to your Microsoft account

 

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What else?

 

A licensed Microsoft Technician can likely provide you access to the computer. 

Be prepared to show proof of ownership.

 

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If you are using a Chromebook / Google Account,

You might be able to get help from Google.

Read the document and then check under “Get more help

 

Fix sign-in problems - Chromebook Help - Google Support

 

 

Our Policy -- Password Help on the Community

 

According to the Community's Rules of Participation

 

4d. No posts shall include instructions or directions intended to bypass or subvert security measures, including passwords, locking mechanisms, fingerprint scans, etc., or to bypass any safety measures.

 

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Thread will be locked.

 

 

Thank you for participating in our HP Community .

We are a world community of volunteers dedicated to supporting HP technology.

 

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