{"id":244375,"date":"2025-02-05T22:54:19","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:54:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/"},"modified":"2025-02-05T22:54:19","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:54:19","slug":"reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Steps to Reset Windows Password via Command Prompt"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"336cb5b64765e27a1a6c1bb71b941f1a\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4830628043307652\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- above content -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4830628043307652\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"5864845439\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>In the ever-evolving landscape of <strong>cybersecurity<\/strong>, <strong>leaked passwords<\/strong> continue to pose significant risks for users and organizations alike. One particularly alarming leak that surfaced recently involved a massive trove of credentials from various online platforms, exposing millions of users to potential breaches and identity theft. Such leaks typically occur through <strong>data breaches<\/strong>, where hackers gain <strong>unauthorized access<\/strong> to databases containing user information. The significance of these leaks lies in the fact that <strong>compromised passwords<\/strong> often lead to domino effects, allowing cybercriminals to infiltrate multiple accounts, especially when users recycle passwords across different services. This serves as a critical reminder for all users to prioritize their online security by adopting strong, unique passwords and enabling <strong>two-factor authentication<\/strong> wherever possible.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 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href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Preparing_Your_Windows_Setup_Disk\" >Preparing Your Windows Setup Disk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Accessing_the_Boot_Menu\" >Accessing the Boot Menu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Opening_Command_Prompt\" >Opening Command Prompt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Replacing_Utility_Manager\" >Replacing Utility Manager<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Setting_New_Password\" >Setting New Password<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Restoring_Original_Files\" >Restoring Original Files<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Testing_Your_New_Login\" >Testing Your New Login<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Will_Resetting_My_Windows_Password_Delete_My_Personal_Files_and_Data\" >Will Resetting My Windows Password Delete My Personal Files and Data?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Can_I_Reset_My_Password_if_My_Computer_Has_Bitlocker_Enabled\" >Can I Reset My Password if My Computer Has Bitlocker Enabled?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Does_This_Method_Work_for_Microsoft_Accounts_Linked_to_Windows\" >Does This Method Work for Microsoft Accounts Linked to Windows?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#What_Happens_if_the_Computer_Loses_Power_During_the_Reset_Process\" >What Happens if the Computer Loses Power During the Reset Process?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#Can_I_Use_This_Method_if_Windows_Is_Installed_on_Multiple_Drives\" >Can I Use This Method if Windows Is Installed on Multiple Drives?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/reset-windows-8-password-command-prompt\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Highlights\"><\/span>Key Highlights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Boot from a Windows installation USB and access Command Prompt through advanced troubleshooting options.<\/li>\n<li>Navigate to Windows system directory by typing &#034;C:&#034; and pressing Enter in Command Prompt.<\/li>\n<li>Rename utilman.exe to utilman.exe.bak, then copy cmd.exe to create a new utilman.exe file.<\/li>\n<li>Restart computer and click accessibility icon at login screen to open Command Prompt.<\/li>\n<li>Type &#034;net user username newpassword&#034; to reset password, replacing username and newpassword with actual values.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparing_Your_Windows_Setup_Disk\"><\/span>Preparing Your Windows Setup Disk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let&#039;s get ready to <strong>reset your Windows password<\/strong>! First, we&#039;ll need to create a <strong>special USB drive<\/strong> that&#039;s like a magic key for your computer. Cool, right?<\/p>\n<p>I&#039;ll help you download something called the <strong>Media Creation Tool<\/strong> &#8211; think of it as your computer&#039;s recipe book! You&#039;ll need a <strong>USB stick<\/strong> that can hold at least 8GB (that&#039;s about 2,000 songs!). This will help you achieve a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/help.corsair.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/14206252671117-Windows-How-to-Install-Windows-10-11-Using-the-Media-Creation-Tool\">clean system installation<\/a> when we&#039;re done.<\/p>\n<p>When you plug it in, the tool will ask you some questions about what kind of Windows you want, just like picking toppings for a pizza.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#039;s the fun part: we&#039;ll tell your computer to look for this special USB drive when it starts up. It&#039;s like telling your computer, &#034;Hey, check what&#039;s in this USB first!&#034;<\/p>\n<p>Make sure your USB is <strong>empty because it&#039;ll need<\/strong> all the space for its new job!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accessing_the_Boot_Menu\"><\/span>Accessing the Boot Menu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Time for the most exciting part &#8211; waking up your computer in a special way! You know how you press different buttons to play your favorite video games? Well, computers have special &#034;wake up&#034; buttons too!<\/p>\n<p>I&#039;ll help you find your computer&#039;s secret button. If you have an <strong>HP computer<\/strong>, try pressing Esc or F9. Got a <strong>Dell<\/strong>? Press F12! It&#039;s like knowing the <strong>secret password<\/strong> to a clubhouse.<\/p>\n<p>Each computer brand has its own special key &#8211; just like how <strong>different superheroes<\/strong> have different superpowers!<\/p>\n<p>Can&#039;t find the right button? Don&#039;t worry! There&#039;s another way that works like magic: press the <strong>Shift key<\/strong> while clicking &#034;Restart&#034; in your Start Menu. This will take you to a menu with several <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/126016\/three-ways-to-access-the-windows-8-boot-options-menu\/\">advanced options tools<\/a> for fixing computer problems.<\/p>\n<p>It&#039;s that simple! Your computer will wake up ready for our next adventure.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opening_Command_Prompt\"><\/span>Opening Command Prompt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that your computer&#039;s awake, we need to find a special tool called <strong>Command Prompt<\/strong> &#8211; it&#039;s like a control center where you can give your computer secret instructions!<\/p>\n<p>Want to know the easiest way to find it? I&#039;ll show you!<\/p>\n<p>Just like finding your favorite toy in a toybox, there are several fun ways to open Command Prompt. My favorite is pressing the magic buttons Windows+R together &#8211; it&#039;s like saying &#034;Open Sesame!&#034;<\/p>\n<p>Then, type &#039;cmd&#039; and press Enter. Cool, right? You can also play detective and search for &#039;cmd&#039; in the <strong>Start menu<\/strong>, just like looking for a hidden treasure.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#039;re feeling extra adventurous, hold down <strong>Shift and right-click<\/strong> in any folder &#8211; it&#039;s like having a <strong>secret passageway<\/strong> to Command Prompt! For special tasks that need extra permissions, you can <a class=\"inline-youtube\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=uE9WgNr3OjM\">run as administrator<\/a> by right-clicking Command Prompt in the Start menu.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Replacing_Utility_Manager\"><\/span>Replacing Utility Manager<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before we can <strong>reset your password<\/strong>, we&#039;re going to play a <strong>clever trick<\/strong> on Windows &#8211; like switching the labels on two identical toy cars!<\/p>\n<p>To begin this process, you&#039;ll need to have <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/thedxt.ca\/2024\/11\/reset-windows-password\/\">bootable Windows media<\/a> ready for use.<\/p>\n<p>We&#039;ll swap the Utility Manager (that&#039;s a <strong>special Windows helper<\/strong>) with the Command Prompt. It&#039;s just like when you trade snacks with your friend at lunch!<\/p>\n<p>Here&#039;s our <strong>secret plan<\/strong> to make the switch:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Find the Windows folder (it&#039;s like a special treasure chest)<\/li>\n<li>Rename utilman.exe to utilman.exe.bak (like giving your pet a nickname)<\/li>\n<li>Make cmd.exe pretend to be utilman.exe (just like wearing a costume!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now Windows will think it&#039;s opening Utility Manager, but surprise &#8211; it&#039;s actually opening Command Prompt!<\/p>\n<p>Isn&#039;t that neat? Remember, this is like having a <strong>super-secret password<\/strong> to your treehouse, so only use it when you really need to.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Setting_New_Password\"><\/span>Setting New Password<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let&#039;s crack the secret code to change your <strong>Windows password<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>Have you ever forgotten the password to your favorite game? Well, changing a Windows password is just like getting a new secret code for your treehouse!<\/p>\n<p>I&#039;ll show you how to do it using something called <strong>Command Prompt<\/strong> &#8211; it&#039;s like a magical notepad where you type special commands.<\/p>\n<p>First, type &#039;net user&#039; to see all the usernames (like checking who&#039;s in your club).<\/p>\n<p>Then, type &#039;net user username <strong>newpassword<\/strong>&#039; &#8211; just replace those words with your real info! It&#039;s like writing a new name on your lunchbox.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to be <strong>careful when typing<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>one wrong letter<\/strong> and it won&#039;t work! Just like when you&#039;re spelling your friend&#039;s name, every letter counts.<\/p>\n<p>For the most secure results, make sure to <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/dataperk.com\/kb\/reset-password-on-windows-10-with-command-prompt\/\">run as Administrator<\/a> when using Command Prompt.<\/p>\n<p>Ready to try it?<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Restoring_Original_Files\"><\/span>Restoring Original Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Great job changing your password! Now let&#039;s put everything back where it belongs, just like cleaning up after a fun game. I&#039;ll help you <strong>restore those special system files<\/strong> to keep your computer happy and healthy.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>First, we&#039;ll rename cmd.exe back to utilman.exe &#8211; it&#039;s like putting your favorite toy back in its proper spot!<\/li>\n<li>Next, we&#039;ll make sure utilman1.exe gets its original name back too.<\/li>\n<li>Finally, we&#039;ll double-check our work by typing &#034;dir&#034; to see all the files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let&#039;s restart your computer to make sure everything&#039;s working perfectly. Making regular <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easeus.com\/file-recovery\/recover-files-after-windows-10-reset.html\">system backups<\/a> can prevent future password issues and data loss. You know what&#039;s cool? Your computer is like a puzzle, and we just put all the pieces back in place!<\/p>\n<p>Remember to <strong>test your new password<\/strong> when you log in again &#8211; it&#039;s like trying your new secret handshake!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Testing_Your_New_Login\"><\/span>Testing Your New Login<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now comes the most exciting part &#8211; <strong>testing your brand new password<\/strong>! It&#039;s like trying out a new secret code to your treehouse.<\/p>\n<p>First, I&#039;ll show you how to <strong>check if everything&#039;s working perfectly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#039;s start by typing &#039;net user&#039; in Command Prompt &#8211; it&#039;s like taking attendance in class to see who&#039;s there! When you spot your username, try <strong>logging in<\/strong> with your new password. If it works, you&#039;ll get into Windows just like magic!<\/p>\n<p>But what if it doesn&#039;t work? Don&#039;t worry! We can use <strong>Safe Mode<\/strong> (think of it as your computer&#039;s superhero costume) to fix any problems. You can also use the <a class=\"inline-youtube\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ev2OGx18SK8\">accessibility tab login<\/a> if needed.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to <strong>test your login<\/strong> a few times, just like practicing your basketball shots. Once you&#039;re sure it works, you&#039;re all set!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Resetting_My_Windows_Password_Delete_My_Personal_Files_and_Data\"><\/span>Will Resetting My Windows Password Delete My Personal Files and Data?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>I want you to know that <strong>resetting your Windows password<\/strong> won&#039;t delete any of your files!<\/p>\n<p>It&#039;s just like changing the key to your bedroom door &#8211; everything inside stays exactly the same.<\/p>\n<p>Your photos, games, and homework are all <strong>safe and sound<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Think of it like putting a new lock on your diary &#8211; the stories inside don&#039;t change at all!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Reset_My_Password_if_My_Computer_Has_Bitlocker_Enabled\"><\/span>Can I Reset My Password if My Computer Has Bitlocker Enabled?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can reset your Windows password with BitLocker enabled!<\/p>\n<p>You&#039;ll need your <strong>BitLocker recovery key<\/strong> first &#8211; it&#039;s like a special password that opens your computer.<\/p>\n<p>I&#039;d start by booting into the <strong>recovery environment<\/strong> or using Windows installation media.<\/p>\n<p>Think of BitLocker as a strong lock on your front door &#8211; you just need the right key!<\/p>\n<p>What&#039;s neat is that your <strong>files stay safe<\/strong> during this process.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_This_Method_Work_for_Microsoft_Accounts_Linked_to_Windows\"><\/span>Does This Method Work for Microsoft Accounts Linked to Windows?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>I&#039;ve got to tell you &#8211; this method won&#039;t work for <strong>Microsoft accounts<\/strong> connected to Windows.<\/p>\n<p>It&#039;s kind of like having two different keys for two different doors! The <strong>Command Prompt<\/strong> can only help with local accounts (that&#039;s like having a house key), but Microsoft accounts are special.<\/p>\n<p>They need their own way of <strong>resetting passwords<\/strong> through Microsoft&#039;s website (like using a special digital key).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_if_the_Computer_Loses_Power_During_the_Reset_Process\"><\/span>What Happens if the Computer Loses Power During the Reset Process?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your computer <strong>loses power<\/strong> during a reset, it&#039;s kind of like when you&#039;re building with blocks and someone bumps the table &#8211; you&#039;ll need to <strong>start over<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>Don&#039;t worry though, nothing bad happens to your computer. The <strong>old password<\/strong> stays in place, just like a faithful guard dog.<\/p>\n<p>Once the power&#039;s back on, you can try resetting again. Think of it as getting a do-over in your favorite game!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Use_This_Method_if_Windows_Is_Installed_on_Multiple_Drives\"><\/span>Can I Use This Method if Windows Is Installed on Multiple Drives?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, I can help you <strong>reset passwords<\/strong> on multiple drives!<\/p>\n<p>First, I&#039;ll need to find which drive has Windows on it. It&#039;s like finding the right door in a big house!<\/p>\n<p>I use the &#039;dir&#039; command to check each drive for <strong>Windows files<\/strong>. Once I spot the right drive, I&#039;ll do the reset there.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span>The Bottom Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that you&#039;ve successfully reset your Windows password using the command prompt, it&#039;s essential to think about <strong>password security<\/strong> and management moving forward. Having a <strong>strong, unique password<\/strong> is your first line of defense against unauthorized access. But remembering all these passwords can be a challenge! That&#039;s where effective <strong>password management<\/strong> comes into play. Consider using a <strong>reliable password manager<\/strong> to securely store and manage your passwords and passkeys. This not only simplifies your life but also enhances your security. To take the next step in safeguarding your <strong>digital identity<\/strong>, why not explore a password management solution? Check out LogMeOnce, a service designed to help you manage your passwords effortlessly. Sign up for a free account today and take control of your <strong>online security<\/strong>! Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/\">LogMeOnce<\/a> to get started and ensure your passwords are as secure as they can be!<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You&#8217;ll discover the insider method to regain Windows access using Command Prompt, even when locked out completely.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":244374,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19737],"tags":[8948,3337,4854],"class_list":["post-244375","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-two-factor-authentication","tag-command-prompt","tag-regain-access","tag-windows-password-reset"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/244375","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=244375"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/244375\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/244374"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=244375"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=244375"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/logmeonce.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=244375"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}