A Mac computer has excellent security and encryption standards, but it's pointless without a password. Here's how to change your Mac password.

In the upper-portion of the screen, click Change Password. Type your Mac's password and click Allow. In the pop up, type your preferred new Apple ID password next to both New Password and Verify.

This detailed guide with screenshots covers how to reset Apple ID password from iPhone, iPad, Mac, and web, even if you've forgotten it.

How to change Apple ID password Before beginning the process, note that your Apple ID password must be at least eight characters long and contain a number, uppercase and lowercase letters.

Keychain Access gives you a look at a lot of the stuff. Here's what it is, how to use it, and how to make it work for you.