How to change windows password without knowing existing password

We all know that to change password in windows we need to enter the existing password and then we can proceed to enter the new password. However there is a trick to change password without knowing the existing password. This trick comes handy when the system is logged in and we have forgotten the password or to pull a prank on your friend(do it at your own risk).

Step 1: Right click on computer and select manage

Step 2: click on Local users and Groups and click on users. On the right pane you will see list of users.

Step 3: Right click on any user whose password you want to change and click on set password:

Step 4: click on proceed(Don’t worry about the message)

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Step 5: Enter the new password

Step 6: Click on ok and your password will change.

You can even use the same method to change the HOMEGROUP password. Please share this article in order to help others.

Disclaimer: This article is only for education purpose. Users can try it at their on risk and responsibility.