Let's talk about password managers

In My Humble Opinion
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Password managers can’t do that. Your only option is to reset the password. I haven’t had to deal with this in many years.

Here’s what Chat GPT says about this. I can’t vouch for how accurate this is.

There are several ways to reset a Windows 10 password if it is lost. The method you choose depends on the type of account you are using (local account or Microsoft account) and the tools you have available. Here are the main methods:
For Microsoft Account:

Use the Microsoft Account Password Reset Page:
    Go to the Microsoft password reset page.
    Follow the prompts to reset your password using your email address, phone number, or an authentication app.

For Local Account:

Use a Password Reset Disk:
    If you created a password reset disk previously, you can use it to reset your password.
    Insert the password reset disk, then follow the on-screen instructions.

Reset from Another Admin Account:
    If there is another administrator account on your computer, log in with that account.
    Go to Settings > Accounts > Family & other users.
    Select the account that needs a password reset, then click Change the password.

Use Safe Mode with Command Prompt:
    Boot your computer into Safe Mode with Command Prompt:
        Restart your computer and press F8 or hold Shift while selecting Restart.
        Navigate to Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.
        Select Enable Safe Mode with Command Prompt.
    Once in Command Prompt, use the following commands:

    shell

net user [username] [newpassword]

Replace [username] with your account username and [newpassword] with your new desired password.

Use Windows Installation Media:

Create a Windows installation media (USB or DVD).
Boot from the installation media and choose the Repair your computer option.
Go to Troubleshoot > Command Prompt.
Use the following commands to enable the hidden Administrator account:

shell

    net user administrator /active:yes

    Restart your computer and log in with the Administrator account.
    Change your forgotten password through Control Panel or Command Prompt.

For Domain Account:

Contact your network administrator, as domain accounts are managed by IT departments.

Note:

These methods should be used responsibly and ethically. Resetting passwords without proper authorization can violate privacy and security policies.

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Yeah, I’ve read all that (and a whole lot more) about the Windows user password.

Probably not worth worrying about it, actually.

But thanks for the input.