Surface Pro UEFI Password Locked – Proof of Ownership Available, Need Assistance Resetting UEFI Password

Ibrahim Ibrahim 0 Reputation points
2026-06-25T10:53:00.3466667+00:00

Hello Microsoft Community,

I am seeking assistance with a Microsoft Surface device that I legally own.

The device is currently protected by a UEFI (BIOS) password that I personally set in the past, but I can no longer remember the password. Unfortunately, Windows is also no longer functional, and I would like to perform a clean installation of Windows from a USB drive.

The challenge is that I cannot access the UEFI settings because the UEFI password is required. As a result, I am unable to modify boot settings or boot from a USB device to reinstall Windows.

I would like to know what official options are available through Microsoft to regain access to the device.

Additional information:

  • I am the current owner of the Surface device.
  • I have proof of ownership documentation.
  • The documentation includes the device serial number.
  • I am willing to provide any ownership verification that Microsoft requires.
  • I understand the importance of device security and am looking for an official Microsoft-supported solution.

Could a Microsoft representative or community expert advise on the available recovery options for a Surface device with a forgotten UEFI password?

Thank you for your assistance.

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  1. Barb Bowman 80,795 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2026-06-25T15:27:28.91+00:00

    There is no Microsoft (or any other) solution. Microsoft does not store UEFI passwords. See https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/surface/startup/forgot-uefi-password-for-surface Microsoft may offer you an EXCHANGE if you contact support. Sorry, but that is your only option.

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