What is the Recovery Key on a Mac?

How do I Find my Recovery Key Mac?

Go to Settings > [your name] > Password & Security.
Tap Recovery Key.
Slide to turn on Recovery Key.
Tap Use Recovery Key and enter your device passcode.
Write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.
Confirm your recovery key by entering it on the next screen.

How do I Reset my Mac Password Without a Recovery Key?

In the Terminal window, type resetpassword , then press Return to open the Reset Password assistant. If youre asked to select an admin user you know the password for, click “Forgot all passwords?”. At the Reset Password window, click Deactivate Mac, then click Deactivate to confirm.

What if I Don't have a Recovery Key?

If you dont know where your Recovery Key is, its time to get a new one. The old one is invalidated. Go to the Apple ID page, click Manage Your Apple ID, and log in, if you havent already. Now you can click the Password and Security item in the left navigation bar, and click Replace Lost Key.

How to Generate a Recovery Key

Go to System Preferences > Apple ID > Account Details.
Click Security.
In the Recovery Key section, click Turn On.
Click Use Recovery Key.
Write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.
Click Continue.
Confirm your recovery key by entering it on the next screen.