Step-by-Step Process: Changing Your Password in Windows 10

1. Open the Start Menu

  • Click the Windows icon in the bottom-left corner of your screen or press the Windows key on your keyboard.

2. Open Settings

  • Select Settings (gear icon) from the Start Menu.

3. Go to Accounts Settings

  • In the Settings window, click on Accounts.

4. Select Sign-in Options

  • In the Accounts menu, click on Sign-in options from the left-hand panel.

5. Change Your Password

  • In the "Sign-in options" section, under Password, click on Change.

6. Verify Your Identity

  • Windows will ask you to verify your identity. Enter your current password to proceed.

7. Set a New Password

  • After verifying your identity:
    • Enter your new password in the first box.
    • Re-enter the new password in the second box to confirm.
    • Optionally, provide a password hint.

8. Save the New Password

  • Once you’ve filled in the required fields, click Next.

9. Finish

  • A confirmation window will appear. Click Finish to complete the password change process.