How to Reset Dell Laptop without Password

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Are you locked out of your own Dell laptop? Don’t panic! I’ll tell you, How to reset your Dell Laptop without Password, even if you can’t remember your old one. This guide will walk you through a simple method using the Windows Troubleshoot screen to regain access to your device.

This method will work on any Windows version whether 8, 10, or 11 except Windows 7 because it will ask for a password before proceeding.

Important Note: 
Resetting your Windows will erase all data on your C drive unless you have backups. Ensure you have backed up your important files before proceeding.

Reset Your Dell Laptop Without Password

Here are the steps to reset your Windows PC or laptop

Access the Troubleshoot Screen

  • Turn on your Dell laptop
  • Then, on the sign-in screen, hold the left shift key and click on restart.
restarting pc holding shift

Use Reset This PC Option

troubleshoot screen windows 10
  • Select “Troubleshoot”
  • Then select the Reset This PC option
How to Reset Dell Laptop without Password
  • Then You will get an option to keep your files. By selecting Remove Everything, all data on your C drive or Windows drive will be deleted.
  • Then you may get the option to clear your all drives or just Windows drive. Select the Windows drive option.

Choose Cloud Download or Local Reinstall

How to Reset Dell Laptop without Password

Choose Cloud download, if you have a stable internet connection to download a fresh Windows installation. Choose Local reinstall if you want to keep the current version of Windows.

Follow the On-Screen Instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the reset process. Once finished, your Dell laptop will be like new without requiring a password.

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