Fix "The Referenced Account is Currently Locked Out" Error in Windows – Easy Solutions
7Getting the "The Referenced Account is Currently Locked Out" error in Windows? This happens after multiple failed login attempts, triggering Windows' security lockout. In this video, we’ll show you how to fix it step by step using Safe Mode, Registry Editor, and Group Policy settings. Watch till the end to prevent this issue from happening again!
💻Commands Used:
net user administrator /active:no (for deactivating Administrator account)
net user administrator /active:yes (for activating administrator account)
📝Topics Covered:
Understanding why the "The Referenced Account is Currently Locked Out" error occurs
Logging in through Safe Mode to bypass the lockout
Unlocking the account using the Registry Editor
Modifying Group Policy to prevent future account lockouts
Important security considerations when changing account lockout settings
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