How Do I Create a New User on My Mac Without Administrator Password?
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How do I override administrator password on Mac?

Here’s how to do that:

  1. Restart your Mac. …
  2. While it is restarting, press and hold the Command + R keys until you see the Apple logo. …
  3. Go to the Apple Menu at the top and click Utilities. …
  4. Then click Terminal.
  5. Type “resetpassword” in the terminal window. …
  6. Then hit Enter. …
  7. Type your password and a hint. …
  8. Finally, click Restart.

How do I set up a new user on my Mac?

Add a user

  1. On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Users & Groups. …
  2. Click the Add button below the list of users.
  3. Click the New Account pop-up menu, then choose a type of user. …
  4. Enter a full name for the new user. …
  5. Enter a password for the user, then enter it again to verify. …
  6. Click Create User.
Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

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Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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