6 Options to Reset Windows 8 Password with / without Reset Disk

There are a number of ways to reset your Windows 8 password if you've forgotten it. Here are six options to consider, ranging from the simple to the more complex:

1. Use a Password Reset Disk

If you've created a password reset disk in the past, you can use it to reset your Windows 8 password. This is the simplest and most straightforward method, but it only works if you've already created the reset disk in advance.

To use a password reset disk, insert it into your computer and follow the prompts. You'll be asked to enter your new password and then confirm it. Once you've done so, your password will be reset and you'll be able to log into Windows 8.

2. Use the Microsoft Account Recovery Tool

If you're using a Microsoft account to log into Windows 8, you can use the Microsoft account recovery tool to reset your password. This tool can be found on the Microsoft website.

To use the recovery tool, you'll need to enter your Microsoft account email address and then answer a series of security questions. Once you've done so, you'll be able to create a new password for your account.

3. Use a Third-Party Password Reset Tool

There are a number of third-party password reset tools available that can be used to reset a Windows 8 password. These tools work by creating a bootable CD or USB drive that can then be used to access your computer and reset your password.

One of the most popular third-party password reset tools is Kon-Boot. Kon-Boot is a free tool that can be downloaded from the internet. Once you've downloaded it, you'll need to burn it to a CD or USB drive.

Once you've created the Kon-Boot bootable media, you'll need to boot your computer from it. Kon-Boot will then allow you to log into Windows 8 without needing a password. Once you're logged in, you can change your password to something else.

4. Use the Safe Mode Boot Option

If you're able to boot into Windows 8, you can try using the Safe Mode boot option to reset your password. To do so, restart your computer and press the F8 key before Windows 8 starts loading.

This will bring up the Advanced Boot Options menu. From here, you'll need to select Safe Mode. Once Windows 8 has loaded in Safe Mode, you can then use the Command Prompt to reset your password.

5. Use the System Restore Feature

If you've recently installed any software that might have caused your password to stop working, you can try using the System Restore feature to roll back your computer to a previous point in time. This will undo any changes that have been made to your system, including any that might have caused your password to stop working.

To use System Restore, go to the Start menu and type "System Restore" into the search box. This will bring up the System Restore wizard. From here, you can choose a restore point and then follow the prompts to restore your system.

6. Reinstall Windows 8

If none of the other methods listed above work, your last resort is to reinstall Windows 8. This will erase everything on your hard drive, so be sure to back up any important files before proceeding.

To reinstall Windows 8, go to the Start menu and type "reinstall" into the search box. This will bring up the "Reset this PC" option. Click on it and then follow the prompts to reinstall Windows 8.