Suppose you’ve tried to secure your Norton product settings using an account password to block unauthorised access and have lost your Norton product password to reset it. In that case, you can reset your password by going to”Uninstall Preferences” and then the “Uninstall Preferences” window.
Select the “uninstall Norton product” option to access and reset passwords. You do not need to remove the Norton setup software to access the setup. The option to reset passwords will only appear on the “select your uninstall preference” window when activated.
This blog will show you how to reset your Norton account setup password in case you have forgotten your Norton Product password.
To enable the password protection option within Norton, the product’s settings
- Go to the official Norton product page.
- Select the ‘Settings’ option.
- Choose the option ‘Administrative Settings.
- Click on the ‘Product Safety Option.
Follow the steps below to reset the setup password of your Norton product:
1. Do any of the following appear on the Windows taskbar:
Click the Start button on Windows XP, Vista, or 7 and then select Control Panel.
On Windows 8, under Windows System, click the ‘Control Panel’ option.
In Windows 10, click the Start button, and then, under Windows System, select the ‘Control Panel’ tab.
If you’re having trouble accessing your Norton product due to a forgotten setup password, don’t worry; resetting it is straightforward. Before you begin, ensure you’re logged in through your Norton login account to verify your account.
If you’re using Norton LifeLock, this login also helps manage your identity protection and device security settings in one place. Resetting your setup password ensures your system stays secure without uninstalling the software entirely.
2. Make sure the following happens in Windows Control Panel: Windows Control Panel:
If you use Windows XP, click ‘Add/Remove Programs’.
When using Windows Vista, double-click ‘Programs and Features’.
On Windows 7 or Windows 8, select the ‘Programs’ tab, “Programs and Features”.
If you use Windows 10, click the “Uninstall a Program” option.
3. Select any of the options from the available installed programs.
If you are using Windows XP, select the “Norton Product” option and then select the ‘Change/Remove’ button.
If you are using Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 10, select the “Norton product” and then click the Uninstall/Change option.
- Enter ‘ reset password for setup’ at the lower right of the uninstall preferences option window.
- On the screen, type in the randomly generated code displayed in the Reset Password key.
- Input the new password into your password box
- Retype the password to confirm.
- Click on the OK option.
Conclusion
Resetting your Norton product setup password is a simple yet essential way to ensure the safety of your software. Following the step-by-step instructions, you can regain control over the Norton settings without uninstalling.
Ensure your new password remains safe by regularly revising or changing it. With proper password management and regular security checks, you can continue enjoying all of the protection Norton and LifeLock offer for your devices and personal information.
