Windows 10: Forgot Pin & Password and recovery won’t work

Discus and support Forgot Pin & Password and recovery won’t work in Windows Hello & Lockscreen to solve the problem; I forgot what I changed my login pin too and my password won’t work. Only recovery option is text but I’m not getting the code. How do I confirm what... Discussion in 'Windows Hello & Lockscreen' started by Chris W123, Oct 16, 2024.

  1. CHRIS W123
    Chris W123 Win User

    Forgot Pin & Password and recovery won’t work


    I forgot what I changed my login pin too and my password won’t work. Only recovery option is text but I’m not getting the code. How do I confirm what microsoft account my password is for so I can reset it? It doesn’t show at the login page. Is there any other option to get into my computer…feeling very dumb and frustrated!

    :)
     
    Chris W123, Oct 16, 2024
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  2. SYED NAFEEZ
    syed nafeez Win User

    Forgot PIN and The Password

    I forgot my PIN and Password on my laptop unable to login
     
    syed nafeez, Oct 16, 2024
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  3. GODWIN EKE-AGU
    Godwin Eke-Agu Win User
    Forgot password and PIN on Windows 11 PC

    I forgot my password for Windows 11 PC. After reset using my recovery key, the same login screen returned requesting for my password and PIN. The only option I have to reset my password is using a recovery disk or flash drive based on the notification. Please how can I reset my password and PIN even if I have to loose my files on the PC?
     
    Godwin Eke-Agu, Oct 16, 2024
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  4. KARTHICKA_R
    Karthicka_R Win User

    Forgot Pin & Password and recovery won’t work

    forgot password

    Hi Tom,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft community.

    • Are you using Microsoft account or local account for logging in the computer?
    I suggest you to follow steps from the below article “What to do if you forget your Windows password” and check if it helps.

    Change or reset your password - Microsoft Support

    You may also refer to the below article.

    I can't sign in to my Microsoft account - Microsoft Support

    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Oct 16, 2024
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