Windows 11 Not Accepting Password! How to Reset It?

Why Windows 11 not accepting password?

You type in your password, hit Enter, and… Windows 11 says it’s wrong. You try again, slower this time, but get the same frustrating result. It’s a confusing moment, especially when you know you’re using the right password.

More often than not, the problem isn't your password. It's usually something else getting in the way, like a simple keyboard setting or a glitch in the system. Here are the most common reasons why this happens:

Cause	Explanation
Wrong keyboard settings	Caps Lock, Num Lock, or language layout may change what you type.
Typing delay or input lag	The system might not register all keystrokes if it's running slowly.
Account mismatch	You may be entering a local password for a Microsoft account, or vice versa.
Corrupted system or user files	Broken files after updates or crashes can stop the password from working.
Update bugs or driver issues	Recent updates or outdated keyboard drivers can cause login errors.
Security software conflict	Antivirus or malware might block normal login processes.

If you are in the tough spot, being locked out of your computer. It's a common issue, but fortunately, there are several effective methods to regain access.

One highly recommended solution involves using AOMEI Partition Assistant. This software offers a specialized tool designed to reset or remove Windows login passwords without logging in. This feature is particularly useful when access issues stem from system errors or corrupted user profiles. In the following sections, we will share in detail, step-by-step methods to resolve this problem and help you regain control of your system.

How to fix cannot log into Windows 11 with the correct password?

If you cannot log in Windows 11 with the correct password, there are 4 fixes. You can directly use a handy tool to remove or reset Windows 11 password without logging in or other methods that meet your needs.

Fix 1. Directly remove or reset Windows 11 password

One of the easiest ways to unlock your Windows 11 laptop or desktop when you've forgotten the password is by using AOMEI Partition Assistant. It’s a reliable tool designed to help you reset or remove your Windows login password, even if you can’t access the system at all.

What makes it stand out is its Reset Password feature, which works on Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7. You don’t need to worry about losing your data, and you won’t have to deal with complicated command lines like you would in Command Prompt. Everything is done through a simple, user-friendly interface that’s perfect for beginners. Ready to see how it works? Let’s learn how to bypass and reset a forgotten or lost password in Windows 11.

Part 1. Create Windows 11 password reset USB

Step 1. First, download AOMEI Partition Assistant on a PC that can boot normally and prepare a USB drive. Then, on the main interface, click Tools> Reset Windows Password.

Step 2. Click Next to create a WinPE bootable media.

Step 3. Here, choose the target USB drive and click Proceed.

Step 4. Your USB drive will be formatted during create the password reset USB, please backup it if there is important data.

When the creation is successful, plug the USB into the PC where the password needs to be reset or removed.

Part 2. Reset forgot Windows 11 password

Step 1. Insert the USB drive and change the boot drive to make PC boot from the USB. 

Step 2. After loading, you will see AOMEI Partition Assistant on the screen. Click Reset Windows Password and select the target operating system and click Next.

Step 3. Select the account for which you want to reset the password, and then select the action you want to perform: Remove Account Password or Reset Account Password. Then, click Next.

Step 4. If you want to reset the password, type the new password in the new window and click Yes to confirm.

Step 5. Finally, restart your computer and log in to Windows 11 with the new password.

As we can see, AOMEI Partition Assistant provide a full guide to reset Windows 11 password, including creating password reset USB and how to remove password. Even if you don't have any password disk, you can still use this powerful password tool to reset Windows 11 password without a password reset disk.

Fix 2. Reset Windows 11 password with Password Reset Disk

If you have created a password reset disk before you forget password, then you can easily reset your Windows 11 password with it. But you should know that password reset disk only works for reset local account password.

Follow the steps to reset Windows 11 password with USB:

Step 1. On the Windows 11 login screen, enter password and try to log in. You will see "Reset password" appear when the login fails.

Step 2. When Password Reset Wizard pop out, insert the password reset disk and click "Next". Then, choose the right USB drive.

Step 3. In this window, click "Next" after typing the new password and the new password hint.

Step 4. If successful, click "Finish" to close the password reset wizard.

If you like this method, you can use AOMEI Partition Assistant to create a password disk in advance.

Fix 3. Reset Forgotten Windows 11 password via Microsoft account

What should you do if you forget the Windows 11 admin password? If you have forgotten your Microsoft account password, you can also reset the password without logging in.

Step 1. First, click I forget my password option on the Windows login screen and start the Microsoft account password reset.

Step 2. Verify your account using the associated email address or phone number on the next interface.

Step 3. Click the Next button after entering the security code from your email. After successful verification, you can create a new password on this interface.

Step 4. Click Sign in to log in to your Windows account.

Fix 4. Reset Windows 11 password with Command Prompt

The Command Prompt provides a lot of features to deal with problems related to Windows issues, including resetting Windows password and removing Windows password. This method is more suitable for experienced users.

Follow the steps and use Command Prompt to reset the Windows 11 password:

Step 1. In the Windows 11 login screen, click the Power button. Then click Restart while pressing the Shift key.

Step 2. The PC will boot into the Windows recovery mode, and click Troubleshoot.

Step 3. Click Advanced options and Command Prompt.

Step 4. In the CMD window, type in diskpart.

Step 5. Type in list volume and hit Enter. Remember the drive letter of system drive. Then, type exit to launch Diskpart tool.

Step 6. Go back to the CMD window, type move E:\windows\system32\utilman.exe E:\ and hit Enter to move the utilman.exe file to the root directory of the system drive for backup.

Step 7. Type copy E:\windows\system32\cmd.exe E:\windows\system32\utilman.exe and press Enter. This will copy the cmd.exe file to E:\windows\system32\ and name it utilman.exe.

Step 8. Type wpeutil reboot and press Enter to reboot to Windows 11.

Step 9. Once you are back in the Windows 11 login screen, click the human icon to open the Command Prompt window. Here, type net user "username" password, such as net user "Leah George" 2022, and then press Enter to reset Windows 11 password.

Step 10. Finally, close Command Prompt and enter the new password to access Windows 11.

Conclusion

Getting locked out of your Windows 11 PC because of a forgotten or unrecognized password can be stressful, but the good news is, there are several ways to fix it. Problems like wrong keyboard settings, slow system response, or damaged system files are often to blame, but they don’t have to keep you out for long.

You can try different methods to regain access, from using a password reset disk or recovering your Microsoft account to more advanced tools like Command Prompt. For an easier, beginner-friendly option, AOMEI Partition Assistant stands out. It lets you reset or remove your password without logging in and without risking your data.