How to Change Your Password in Windows 8

This updated guide examines How to Change Your Password in Windows 8 and organizes the essential facts, background, and practical takeaways in clear American English.

Responsible-use note: Apply security techniques only to systems you own or are explicitly authorized to test.

Method 1of 2:

Changing Your Windows 8 Password

1. Swipe in from the right side of your Windows 8 screen, then tap on 'Settings.'
   • If using a mouse, point to the lower-right corner of your screen, move the mouse pointer up, then click on 'Settings.'
2. Click or tap on 'Change PC settings,' then select 'Accounts.'
3. Select 'Sign-in options,' then click or tap on 'Change' under the Password section. This will open the 'change your password' window.
4. Type your current password into the 'Old password' field.
5. Enter your new password into the fields displayed on-screen, then click or tap on 'Next.'
6. Click on 'Finish' when Windows 8 informs you the password has been successfully changed. Your Windows 8 password is now updated.^[1]

Method 2of 2:

Changing Your Windows 8 Password on a Domain

1. Press 'Control' + 'Alt' + 'Delete,' then select 'Change a password.'
   • If using a Windows 8 tablet, press and hold the Windows button, then press the Power button, then select 'Change a password.'
2. Type your current password into the 'Old password' field.
3. Enter your new password into the fields displayed on-screen, then click or tap on 'Next.'
4. Click on 'Finish' when Windows 8 informs you the password has been successfully changed. Your Windows 8 password is now updated.^[2]