Windows 10: How do I make my PIN the default login method

Discus and support How do I make my PIN the default login method in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; I don't have the option to remove the password. I just want my laptop to ask for the pin when it wakes up.... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by BorisPanov, Apr 27, 2019.

  1. How do I make my PIN the default login method


    I don't have the option to remove the password. I just want my laptop to ask for the pin when it wakes up.

    :)
     
    BorisPanov, Apr 27, 2019
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  2. OSK PIN login on non-touch device

    Hello,

    I suggest you to create a PIN for your device and try the on screen keyboard to login to the same.

    You may follow the steps below to create PIN protection for your device.


    • Go to Settings and select account.

    • Click on sign in option and Go to PIN option.

    • Now click on Add and set PIN for login.

    You can use the same PIN to login to your device using the on screen Keyboard from ease of access option and verify the result.

    Please get back to us with updated status. We will be happy to assist you further.
     
    Anju Thekkethil, Apr 27, 2019
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  3. David Haz Win User
    how do I make my pin as a default login.

    Hi,

    You may follow the steps below to make your PIN the default login to your device:

    • Click the Start button, then type Settings.
    • Click Settings.
    • Click Accounts, and select Sign-in options.
    • Under PIN, click Add. Confirm your password when prompted.
    • Set-up the desired PIN as required.
    Make sure to delete the password if you just want the PIN to be enabled.

    If you have further questions, feel free to ask us.

    Regards.
     
    David Haz, Apr 27, 2019
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  4. How do I make my PIN the default login method

    Unable to login using The login PIN

    Hi,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft community.

    I suggest you to follow the below steps to change the pin and check fi it helps.

    • In the login page next to “PIN password option”.
    • You will find “Other sign in options”, click on it will prompt you for regular password.
    • Enter regular password and login to the computer.
    • I suggest you to click on the Start Menu
      and select settings.
    • Now select Accounts.
    • Next select the tab Sign-in option.
    • Under the “PIN tab” click on “ADD” option.
    • It will prompt you for current pin password and new password, please provide
      new password then apply the changes, restart
      the computer and check if it works.
    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Apr 27, 2019
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