User level: Level 1 (4 points)hello
i forgot my password on mcbook and im struggling to restore it,can u help?
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Original Title: passowd issue
Posted on Oct 29, 2026 6:40 AM
User level: Level 10 (148,617 points)Oct 29, 2026 7:27 AM in response to levan299
Sorry, restoring your current Mac password is impossible. Your Mac does not store your un-encrypted password, EVER.
When you enter candidate passwords, they are encrypted as you enter them, and all you Mac can decide is "was that it?" Not even original password length is stored.
But if you can get an Internet connection, you may be able to regain access using your Apple Account information using steps in this article:
If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support
User level: Level 10 (97,882 points)Oct 29, 2026 7:24 AM in response to levan299
Welcome and thank you for reaching out. 🤗
If you have forgotten your Mac login password; after trying three attempts, you should find an option to reset your password with your Apple Account.
From there, you simply follow the prompts and your Mac should simply restart like normal.
NOTE: You may need to sign back into iCloud and other services after the successful login.
For a complete step-by-step guide, click here.
Contact Support:
Additional Support:
Good luck! 👋🏼😉
Smiliñ 😎 Brian | Community Volunteer
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256385289