How to Reset Expired Oracle Password: A Simple Guide

When dealing with Oracle databases, a common issue that users face is an expired password. This can be frustrating, especially if you need to access critical data quickly. Fortunately, resetting an expired Oracle password is a straightforward process that can be done in a few simple steps.

Step 1: Connect to the Database

Before resetting your password, you need to connect to the database using any available client tool like SQL Developer or SQL*Plus.

Step 2: Enter SQL Command

Once connected, enter the following SQL command to change your password:
ALTER USER username IDENTIFIED BY new_password;

Replace 'username' with your actual Oracle username and 'new_password' with the desired new password.

Step 3: Commit Changes

After entering the command, don't forget to commit the changes by executing:
COMMIT;

Step 4: Verify the Password Change

You can now verify that your password has been successfully changed by trying to log in with the new password.

That's it! You have successfully reset your expired Oracle password.