How to Change Your Password in Windows 8

Changing your Windows 8 password can help protect your personal data and improve the security of your computer or device. Your Windows 8 password can be changed in the Accounts menu under Settings. Swipe in from the right side of your...
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Changing Your Windows 8 Password

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

Changing Your Windows 8 Password on a Domain

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