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Set-ADAccountPassword Help and Syntax

Display complete syntax, parameter details, and examples for Set-ADAccountPassword.

Copy-ready commandSet-ADAccountPassword Help and Syntax
Get-Help Set-ADAccountPassword -Full
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Help and syntax commands are generally read-only. The original command shown for context may change systems or data; review it before execution.

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
RSAT ActiveDirectory module
Permissions
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Last reviewed
2026-07-31

Examples

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Get-Help Set-ADAccountPassword -Full

Original command context

The original Set-ADAccountPassword example is included for context. Review all parameters before using it in production.

Set-ADAccountPassword jsmith -Reset -NewPassword (Read-Host -AsSecureString)

Common errors

Help content is incomplete or unavailable

Run Update-Help from an elevated PowerShell session, then retry the command.