How to Reset the Administrator Password on Mac

Resetting the Administrator Password on Mac

Forgetting the administrator password on your Mac can be a frustrating experience, but fear not, there are steps you can take to reset it. Here's how:

1. Restart your Mac and hold down Command + R to enter Recovery Mode.
2. Once the Utilities window appears, go to the top menu and select 'Utilities' followed by 'Terminal'.
3. In the Terminal window, type 'resetpassword' and press Enter.
4. A new window will pop up allowing you to select the user account whose password you want to reset. Enter the new password and click 'Save'.
5. Restart your Mac and log in with the new password.

It's important to note that resetting the administrator password on a Mac requires you to have previously set up a FileVault recovery key or Apple ID. If you haven't done this, you may need to contact Apple Support for further assistance.