How to reset your Microsoft account password

Creation date: 3/26/2025 11:28 AM    Updated: 4/11/2025 1:03 PM

How to Reset your Windows/Domain/computer/(AD) login

Password

NOTE: If you are not connected to the company network then you MUST connect to the CalArk VPN before changing your password.



1. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL

2. Select Change a password.

3. Enter old password.

4. Enter new password (See password requirements below)

5. Enter new password again to confirm.

6. Press enter.

Password rules

· Minimum of 12 characters

· Must use meet all requirements below:

o Uppercase Character

o Lowercase Character

o Number

o Special Character (!@#)


· Not one of the last 8 passwords used.

· Passwords containing your username, name, company name, or any other information contained in your account are not allowed.

· Easy passwords such as “Password” are not allowed.

How to reset the password for your Microsoft account.