How Can I Reset My Windows 11 Password Without Internet?

If your phone supports it, you can connect it to the PC via a USB cable and enable tethering. This often registers as an Ethernet connection, and you might not need additional drivers. It's worth exploring this, especially with older phones that have fewer permissions needed. Good luck finding it in your settings!

You could try USB-tethering with your smartphone. Just plug it into your PC and enable tethering. It might work as a workaround to get you online and allow you to reset your password.

I ran into a similar issue a while back. I used a laptop connected to WiFi and shared its Internet connection through an Ethernet cable to my locked PC. It worked like a charm!

If you're signed in with a Microsoft account, you might be able to reset the password from another device. But given that your PC’s offline, that won’t help much. Just a tip: it’s a good idea to set up a local account next time to avoid these issues!

There’s a complicated method to load drivers using a command prompt from a USB, but it can be a bit of a hassle. I found it necessary when I faced the same issue. If you look up the details online, you can find the steps.