How to Change Your Password in Windows 10

Changing your password in Windows 10 is a straightforward but essential process to ensure the security of your user account. This guide will walk you through several simple methods to change your password on a Windows 10 computer.

Method 1: Changing the Password Through “Settings”

  1. Click on “Start” in the lower-left corner of the screen and select “Settings”.
  2. Go to the “Accounts” section, then select the “Sign-in options” tab.
  3. In the “Password” section, click on the “Change” button.
  4. Enter your current password, then click “Next”.
  5. Enter your new password and confirm it, adding a password hint if desired.
  6. Click “Next”, then “Finish” to complete the process.

Method 2: Changing the Password Using the Ctrl+Alt+Delete Shortcut

If you want to change your password quickly, use the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys:

  1. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete on your keyboard.
  2. In the menu that appears, select “Change a password”.
  3. Enter your current password, then your new password and confirm it.
  4. Click “OK” to finalize the password change.

Method 3: Changing the Password Through Command Prompt (For Advanced Users)

If you're an advanced user, you can change your password via the Command Prompt:

  1. Open the Command Prompt by typing “cmd” in the search bar and selecting “Run as administrator”.
  2. Type the command net user your_username new_password and press Enter.
  3. Your password will be changed once the command is executed.