How to reset Keychain Access in macOS

Description: This article will show you how to reset keychains in macOS.

  1. Open the Keychain Access app. Go to: Finder > applications > utilities > keychain access
    Finder, applications folder, utilities folder
    Finder, keychain access program
  2. Go to the Keychain Access menu and choose preferences.
    Keychain access menu, preferences
  3. Make sure the General tab is selected if available, then select Reset My Default Keychains.
    Keychain access preferences, general tab, reset default keychains button
    Keychain access preferences, reset default keychains button
  4. Enter the login password when prompted.
    Box to enter login password
  5. Quit Keychain Access and restart the computer.

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