How can I change my PIN

If the current PIN is unknown, it must be reset rather than changed.

If already signed in:

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Accounts > Sign-in options.
3. Select PIN (Windows Hello).
4. Select I forgot my PIN and follow the prompts to verify the account and create a new PIN.

If not signed in:

1. On the Windows sign-in screen, look below the PIN box.
2. Select I forgot my PIN if it appears, then follow the instructions.
3. If I forgot my PIN is not available, select Sign-in options and sign in with the account password instead, then reset the PIN from Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options.

Important:

• Change PIN requires the old PIN.
• The Windows sign-in PIN is different from the Microsoft account password.
• The I forgot my PIN option on the sign-in screen is available for Microsoft accounts, not local accounts.
• If the password is also forgotten, reset the password first, then reset the PIN.

To set up Windows Hello after that:

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Accounts > Sign-in options.
3. Under Ways to sign in, select PIN (Windows Hello) and choose Set up.

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