5 Ways to Change Windows 10 Password with Administrator Account

1. Introduction

There are a number of reasons why you might want to change your Windows 10 password. Maybe you've forgotten your current password, or maybe you simply want to change it for security purposes. Whatever the reason, changing your password is relatively easy to do.

However, if you don't have access to your administrator account, changing your password can be a bit more tricky. In this article, we'll show you 5 ways to change your Windows 10 password with an administrator account.

2. Use the Command Prompt

One way to change your Windows 10 password with an administrator account is to use the Command Prompt. To do this, open the Command Prompt as administrator and type the following command:

net user

Replace with your username and with your new password. Once you've done that, hit Enter and your password will be changed.

3. Use the Microsoft Management Console

Another way to change your Windows 10 password with an administrator account is to use the Microsoft Management Console. To do this, open the Microsoft Management Console and go to Local Users and Groups.

From here, double-click on the user you want to change the password for. In the Properties window, go to the General tab and click on the Change Password button.

Enter your new password in the New Password and Confirm Password fields and click on the OK button. Your password will now be changed.

4. Use the Group Policy Editor

If you have access to the Group Policy Editor, you can also use it to change your Windows 10 password. To do this, open the Group Policy Editor and go to Computer Configuration > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Local Policies > Security Options.

In the right-hand pane, double-click on the Accounts: Limit local account use of blank passwords to console logon only policy. In the Properties window, select the Disabled option and click on the OK button.

Now, go to the User Accounts section of the Control Panel and click on the Change your password link. Enter your new password in the New Password and Confirm Password fields and click on the Change Password button. Your password will now be changed.

5. Use Kon-Boot

If you don't have access to your administrator account and you can't use any of the above methods, you can use Kon-Boot to change your Windows 10 password. Kon-Boot is a program that allows you to bypass the Windows login screen without needing to know the password.

Once you've downloaded and installed Kon-Boot, restart your computer and boot from the Kon-Boot CD. When the Kon-Boot menu appears, select the default option and press Enter.

Kon-Boot will now load and you'll be able to access your computer without needing a password. Once you're logged in, you can change your password by going to the User Accounts section of the Control Panel.

Conclusion

There are a number of ways to change your Windows 10 password with an administrator account. If you have access to your administrator account, you can use the Command Prompt, the Microsoft Management Console, or the Group Policy Editor.

If you don't have access to your administrator account, you can use Kon-Boot to change your password. Kon-Boot is a program that allows you to bypass the Windows login screen without needing to know the password.