How to Remove Password on Windows 8.1 Using Command Prompt (CMD)

How to Remove Password on Windows 8.1 Using Command Prompt (CMD)

If you have forgotten your Windows 8.1 password and need to remove it using Command Prompt (CMD), follow these steps:

1. Press 'Windows key + X' on your keyboard to open the Power User menu.
2. Select 'Command Prompt (Admin)' to open the Command Prompt with administrative privileges.
3. Once the Command Prompt opens, type 'net user' and press Enter to display a list of user accounts.
4. Identify the user account for which you want to remove the password.
5. Next, type 'net user [username] *' (replace '[username]' with the actual username) and press Enter.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set a new password. You can leave it blank to remove the password entirely.
7. Once the password is removed, close Command Prompt and restart your computer to apply the changes.

It is important to remember that removing your Windows password can pose security risks, so make sure to enable a password or use alternative security measures to protect your system.