Sign in to your Microsoft account with Windows Hello
If you’re tired of having to remember or reset your password, try using Windows Hello to sign in to your Microsoft account instead. All you’ll need is a device running Windows 11 and the Microsoft Edge browser. (This functionality is not available yet on Xbox or phones.)
Windows Hello is a more personal way to sign in, using your face, fingerprint, or a PIN. You can use Windows Hello to sign in to your device on the lock screen and sign in to your account on the web.
How to sign in with Windows Hello
Follow these steps to set up Windows Hello and then sign in to your Microsoft account in Microsoft Edge:
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Select Start > Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options.
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Under Ways to sign in, select a Windows Hello item to add.
To add Windows Hello as a sign in method for your Microsoft account:
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Go to the Microsoft account page and sign in as you normally would.
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Select Security > Advanced security options.
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Select Add a new way to sign in for verify.
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Select Use your Windows PC.
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Follow the instructions to set up Windows Hello as a method for signing in.
How to sign in with Windows Hello
Follow these steps to set up Windows Hello and then sign in to your Microsoft account in Microsoft Edge:
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Go to the Start menu and select Settings .
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Go to Accounts > Sign-in options.
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Under Manage how you sign in to your device, select a Windows Hello item to add.
Important: Signing in with your face requires a Hello-compatible camera. Signing in with your fingerprint requires your device to have a fingerprint reader.
If your device didn't come with one of those you can purchase one that can be connected to your device via USB from any of a number of popular retailers.
To add Windows Hello as a sign in method for your Microsoft account:
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Go to the Microsoft account page and sign in as you normally would.
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Select Security > More security options
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Select Add a new way to sign in for verify
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Select Use your Windows PC
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Follow the dialogs to set up Windows Hello as a method for signing in.
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