If you forgot your PIN and need to reset it, you can do so from the Windows sign-in screen. Look below the PIN text box: If you see I forgot my PIN , select it and follow the instructions to reset your PIN. If there are multiple accounts on the device, choose the one you need to reset.

Instead of a password, you can use a security key to sign in to apps, websites, and, if you have a work or school account, even Windows. Use this section to change or reset your security key PIN. To learn more, see Sign in to your account with a security key.

Try creating the PIN again or check for system updates. For errors during PIN creation, sign out and sign back in, then attempt to create the PIN again. If you're having trouble using your PIN to sign in, try to reset your PIN.

To change your PIN, you must first delete the existing one. Follow the steps in “Remove your PIN.” After your PIN has been removed, you can create a new one with the steps in “Create your PIN.” If you’ve forgotten your PIN and can’t access restricted console features, follow these steps:

Passkeys are a replacement for your password. With passkeys, you can sign into your Microsoft personal account, or your work/school account using your face, fingerprint, or PIN. Signing in with a passkey is simple, fast, and helps protect you against phishing attacks.

These options help make it easier and safer to sign into your PC because your PIN is only associated with one device, and it's backed up for recovery with your Microsoft account. You can use the Settings app to configure and manage Windows Hello.

Follow these steps to reset your Microsoft account password. If you’re repeatedly prompted to enter your password when you try to sign in on your Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S console, try the following solutions. Press and hold the Xbox button in the center of your controller to open the Power Center. Select Restart console. Select Restart.

You can manage your security key settings from the Windows Settings app, including resetting your security key and creating a new security key PIN. Reset a security key If you want to delete all the account information stored on your physical security key, you must return the key back to its factory defaults.

Follow these steps to reset your Microsoft account password. Some games require a separate sign-in when you play them, even if you're signed in with your Xbox profile.

Type your password using the on-screen keyboard. Select Accessibility On-screen keyboard and select the keys to type your password. Check that you’re entering the right information: a password in the Password field or a PIN in the PIN field.