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1. #How to recover computer password update#
2. #How to recover computer password verification#
3. #How to recover computer password software#

#How to recover computer password update#

Update email settings: Sometimes attackers change your email settings so that they receive emails you send out, or they set up automatic replies for emails you receive. You may be asked to add new security info before you can remove the old info. Choose Remove for any you want to remove. You'll see your security info under Security settings. If you don't have access to your alternate email or phone number, choose I don't have any of these and follow the instructions to replace your security info.

#How to recover computer password verification#

You may be asked to enter a verification code to continue. If you're not already signed in to your Microsoft account, you'll be prompted to sign in. On the Security basics page, select the Update info button. Review your Microsoft account settingsĬheck Security Contact Info: Remove any security contact information the attacker might have added.

#How to recover computer password software#

If you see any successful sign-in that you do not recognize, run a scan with your security software and remove any malware you find. Review the recent sign-in activity on your account. On the Enter code screen, enter the security code you receive.

On the Protect your account screen, select the method by which you’d like to receive this code, then select Send code. Go to Security > Sign-in activity > View my activityīecause of the sensitivity of this information, we’ll need to verify your identity with a security code. Look for consistency rather than exactness of location. Note: Location is based on IP address and is approximate to protect your privacy. If you see any account activity that looks unfamiliar, select This wasn’t me, and we’ll help you change your password if you haven’t already done so. Check sign in activity for sign ins that weren’t youĪfter signing in, you’ll want to review the recent activity on your account. You can always create a new account if you’re having trouble with the recovery request and try again later when you remember something new that might help.Ģ. You may find more information or have remembered something that will help. We recommend that you try again, up to two times per day.

Steps to take if I can't verify that I own the account Only you can reset your password and make security changes to your account. Microsoft Support advocates are not able to reset your password provide account information without proper validation or make any changes to your account security on your behalf. Note: For the protection of your account, we have strict policies on how our advocates can help you with your account.