[4 Steps] How to Change Local User Password with PowerShell

Anita R. 6 Steps 120 Seconds Jul 5, 2024

In this guide, you will learn the command to change local user password using powershell.

Step 1

On your Home screen, right-click and choose Open in Terminal from the menu.

Step 2

On the Windows Powershell window, type Get-LocalUser and press Enter.

Step 3

Then type $Password = Read-Host "Enter the new password" -AsSecureString. Now enter your new password.

Step 4

Lastly, type
$UserAccount = Get-LocalUser -Name "admin"
$UserAccount | Set-LocalUser -Password $Password
to apply the new password.

Note : If necessary, back up or sync all necessary app data before factory reset.