How to disable Windows Hello PIN sign-in option on Windows 10

On Windows 10, when setting up a new device or creating a new user account, you are now required to configure a PIN alongside a password. Although using a PIN has its benefits like simplicity and better security since it is only locally relevant, it’s not a feature that everyone wants.

If you are currently signing in with a PIN but rather use a password, or another mechanism for authentication (such as a fingerprint), you can remove the PIN using the Settings app.

In this guide, you will learn the steps to remove a PIN password from your Windows 10 account.

Remove PIN password on Windows 10

To remove a PIN password on Windows 10, use these steps:

1. Open Settings on Windows 10.

2. Click on Accounts.

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3. Click on Sign-in options.

4. Under the “Manage how your sign in to your device” section, select the Windows Hello PIN option.

   

   Remove PIN from Windows 10

5. Click the Remove button.

6. Click the Remove button again.

   

   Windows Hello PIN remove button

7. Confirm the current password.

8. Click the OK button.

Once you complete the steps, you will no longer be able to sign in with a PIN, and you’ll need to use your account password to access the desktop. If you rather bypass the Sign-in screen, you can use these steps to remove your account password on Windows 10.

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