> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://documentation.hak5.org/wifi-pineapple/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://documentation.hak5.org/wifi-pineapple/faq/password-reset.md).

# Password Reset

On firmware versions 1.1.0 and later, you may reset a lost password by booting the WiFi Pineapple, and then holding the Reset button for 10 seconds or longer. Upon success, the LED will flash a rainbow colour sequence and reboot.

{% hint style="info" %}
The WiFi Pineapple needs to boot before you can reset the password!  After plugging it in, wait for the networks to become visible, or wait until you can reach the management interface at <http://172.16.42.1:1471> before pressing and holding the reset button!
{% endhint %}

After the device reboots, you will be able to log in to to the web interface or ssh with the password `hak5pineapple`. You can connect via the USB-C or the Open WiFI, if you don't remember your management network password.\
\
You are strongly advised to change this after logging in.

{% hint style="warning" %}
If the LED does not flash rainbow colours, the button was not pressed down long enough, or was not pressed firmly enough to fully engage the button.  Try using a pen cap or similar blunt solid object to make sure the button is fully pressed!
{% endhint %}


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