@Trisha Andrews Chabot
Hi,
You could refer to the following link to unlock an HP laptop without losing data:
https://www.passfab.com/laptop/forgot-password-on-hp-laptop.html#:~:text=Step%201%3A%20Restart%20your%20HP,find%20your%20locked%20user%20account.
Please note: Information posted in the given link is hosted by a third party. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy and effectiveness of information.
Hope above information can help you.
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