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.