How do i get past the password on a mac notebook os x?

How do I bypass Mac OS X password?

Use the Reset Password assistant In the Terminal window, type resetpassword , then press Return to open the Reset Password assistant. If you’re 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.

How can I get into my Mac laptop without the password?

Hold Command+R until you see a progress bar show up below the Apple logo. You can also get into Recovery Mode by restarting your Mac and trying to time the keyboard combo of Command+R, but in my experience, starting with your Mac turned off is the most reliable method.