How to Reset Ubuntu Root Password

 

Losing your Ubuntu root password can be frustrating, but resetting it is straightforward. Follow these steps to regain access:

Step 1: Boot into Recovery Mode

1. Restart your computer and press the Shift key repeatedly during startup until the GRUB menu appears.

2. Select Advanced options for Ubuntu and then choose Ubuntu (recovery mode).

Step 2: Access Root Shell Prompt

1. In the recovery menu, select Root - Drop to root shell prompt and press Enter. This gives you a root shell without requiring a password.

Step 3: Remount Filesystem

1. Once you have the root shell prompt, remount the filesystem in read-write mode to make changes:

   mount -o remount,rw /

Step 4: Change Root Password

1. Now, reset the root password by entering the following command. Replace new_password with your desired new password:

   passwd root
   

   Enter and confirm your new password when prompted.

Step 5: Reboot Your System

1. After changing the password, reboot your system:

   reboot
   

2. Your system will restart, allowing you to log in with the newly set root password.

Conclusion

Resetting the root password in Ubuntu is crucial for regaining access to your system. By following these steps, you can quickly and securely regain control of your Ubuntu environment.

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This guide should help users effectively reset their Ubuntu root password. Let me know if you need any more details!