now, my first effort says “It’s Locked”, I restart … and … etc. the password hint hint on the MacBook M1 is very old at this point
I’ve read a lot of help pages. I’m the nearest Apple Store is hours away. I’m SO SSSAAAD!
thanks for any help you offer. Tres
MacBook Pro (M2, 2022)
If you have forgotten your Mac login passcode; after trying three attempts, you should find an option to reset your passcode 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.
Need more help?
Good luck! 👋🏼😉
Well that is unfortunate... This is the primary login screen for macOS correct? What is the model and year of your Mac? e.g. 16" MacBook Pro 2022
If you enabled FileVault encryption, it will have created a recovery key and stored it in iCloud or offered it up to be copied, printed, out, etc. You should be able use your Apple ID to reset your password or use the FileVault Recovery Key to reset the password.
Here is a guide to resetting your Apple macOS login account.
If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support
MacBookPro M1 “it’s Locked”
