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Chage Command: Force Password Change On Next Login
Use for force password change on next login with Chage. Exact CLI syntax to force password change on next login using Chage.
When to use this: Use for force password change on next login with Chage.
Command Syntax
sudo chage -d <0> <username>sudo chage -d <0> <username>Live Command Builder
Final Command
sudo chage -d <0> <username> Command Breakdown
-d- Command Option
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FAQ
Purpose: Exact syntax to force password change on next login using Chage.
Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.
Flag behavior: Tool version, platform, and shell can change behavior.
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