How to fix error error-invalid-password in Windows 11

Solution Steps

1. 1 First, double-check your password for typos. Ensure Caps Lock is off and that you're using the correct keyboard layout. If you're using a PIN, click 'Sign-in options' on the login screen and choose 'Password' to enter your actual password. This is the simplest fix and often resolves the issue.
2. 2 If you're sure the password is correct, try resetting it. On the login screen, click 'I forgot my password' or 'Reset password'. Follow the prompts to verify your identity via email, phone, or security questions. If you're using a Microsoft account, you can reset it online at account.live.com/password/reset. This will create a new password.
3. 3 If you're using a local account and don't have a password reset disk, you'll need to use another administrator account. Log in with that account, press Windows key + X, and select 'Computer Management'. Go to 'Local Users and Groups' → 'Users', right-click your account, and select 'Set Password'. Follow the prompts to set a new password.
4. 4 If you're trying to access a network share or a service, ensure you're using the correct credentials. Sometimes the password is correct but the username is wrong. Check the username format (e.g., domain\username or username@domain.com). Also, verify that the network resource allows your account.
5. 5 If the error occurs in a specific application, clear the saved credentials. Press Windows key + R, type 'control /name Microsoft.CredentialManager' and press Enter. In Credential Manager, remove any saved credentials related to the service. Then try again.