Windows 10: How do I change the pin to get access to my computer

Discus and support How do I change the pin to get access to my computer in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I already tried the change the "forgot pin" and "skip for now" and I cannot get access to my computer. Please help! This is my work computer.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Paris S, Jul 4, 2025 at 4:42 AM.

  1. PARIS S
    Paris S Win User

    How do I change the pin to get access to my computer


    I already tried the change the "forgot pin" and "skip for now" and I cannot get access to my computer. Please help! This is my work computer.

    :)
     
    Paris S, Jul 4, 2025 at 4:42 AM
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  2. KRISHNA PRASOBH V
    Krishna Prasobh V Win User

    Changing password back to a 4 digit pin

    Hi John,

    I would like to inform you that your query is bit confusing and what I understood is that you would like to change the Windows 10 sign in option to pin.

    I appreciate if you could answer few questions to narrow down to the issue.


      • Are you able to access the desktop or able to login as you are telling that it tells that you are entering the incorrect password?

      • Which is the build currently installed on the computer?

      • Is the account a local account or Microsoft Account?
    I suggest you to sign out from the current account, restart the computer and log in with Microsoft Account and please follow the below steps.

    • Press Windows + I keys to open
      settings       menu.
    • Click on Accounts.
    • Click on Sign in options.
    • Click on Add under PIN.
    • Follow the onscreen instructions to create Pin.
    • Sign out and try to sign in again using PIN as your Sign in option.
    Hope the information helps. Please do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Krishna Prasobh V, Jul 4, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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  3. MOHAMMED ALIALI
    Mohammed AliAli Win User
    Quick Access bar

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    We would be glad to help you with the issue you are facing today. I understand the difficulty.

    Remove items from Quick access.

    I would suggest you to follow the below steps.

    • Right click on the file or folder.
    • Select the option “unpin from the quick access”


    To pin items to an item already on the quick access bar.

    Follow the below steps.

    I would suggest you to create folder in the desktop screen & place all the files or folder which need to pin to the quick access.

    • Open the quick access.
    • Select the Desktop option.
    • Right click on the folder & select the option “pin to quick access”


    Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.



    Thank you.
     
    Mohammed AliAli, Jul 4, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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  4. MRDENO66
    mrDeno66 Win User

    How do I change the pin to get access to my computer

    Unable to Access Windows - PIN and Fingerprint Issues

    Hello,

    I am experiencing issues accessing my Windows account due to problems with the PIN and fingerprint login. Here are the steps I followed and the issues encountered:

    1. I entered an incorrect PIN several times.
    2. I decided to change the PIN. I successfully logged into my account. and attempted to change the PIN, but an error occurred during the process.
    3. Now, I am unable to log in using the PIN, and it is blocked for 2 hours.
    4. I am offered the option to use fingerprint authentication, but it does not work.
    5. I am not given the option to log in using my password or account credentials, even though I logged in with them when attempting to change the PIN.
    How can I regain access to Windows?

    Thank you for your assistance.

    Best regards,
     
    mrDeno66, Jul 4, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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