Pin Numbers

Bob Hardy 0 Reputation points
2026-10-13T18:47:38.0333333+00:00

Does Microsoft security use require pin numbers in addition to user names and passwords?

If yes, how does a user maintain a current PIN?

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Security and privacy
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  1. Emma1-N 13,695 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2026-10-13T23:34:00.3133333+00:00

    Welcome Bob Hardy,

    A Windows Hello PIN is separate from your Microsoft account password. It is used to sign in to a particular Windows device, and the PIN is associated with that device.

    To maintain or update your PIN in Windows 10, open Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options, select PIN (Windows Hello), and then select Change PIN. You will need to enter your existing PIN before creating a new one.

    If you no longer remember the PIN, select I forgot my PIN and follow the prompts to verify your account and create a new PIN.

    You can find Microsoft’s instructions here: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/change-or-reset-your-pin-in-windows

    Looking forward to your update.

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  2. Horace Wiggins 535 Reputation points
    2026-10-13T18:53:12.7733333+00:00

    I use the same PIN for all three of my computers. Microsoft lets you choose how you want to sign in. Check on your computer. What Operating system are you using?

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