Windows 10: How to reset my PIN when the PIN reset "encounters a problem"?

I've always used a very strong password for my admin account and then use a different account for general use that does not have a password, so that I can easily log on/off and know that most of the more dangerous operations are secured behind a password. Windows last year changed to a PIN system, and when it came out I sort of blew it off and entered whatever PIN I was thinking of that day and moved on. I could always just use my password right? I ended up taking an extended break from my computer this year due to personal reasons, and when I came back I realized I was not able to do anything

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Reset win10 login pin

Have a look at this tutorial which describes in detail on how to reset PIN :
Reset PIN for your Account in Windows 10

 

Microsoft Passport errors during PIN creation


Microsoft Passport errors during PIN creation

Source and more: https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/...g-pin-creation

 

how to reset pin number

Hi,

Step 1: In the Lock screen, click on the I forgot my PIN link.

Step 2: Enter your Microsoft account password and click Next.

Step 3: If you have two-step verification turned on for your Microsoft account, you have to enter the recovery email address or phone number to verify your ownership.

Step 4: Enter the security code you’ve received from Microsoft, and click Next.

Step 5: Click on Continue to confirm. A popup will appear and you’re prompted to set up a PIN. Enter at least a minimum 4 digit new PIN number you want for your Microsoft account

After resetting PIN successfully, you can now sign in to Windows 10 with your Microsoft account using the new PIN. However, the "I forgot my PIN" option is only available at the sign-in screen when using a Microsoft account. If you are using a local account,
follow steps in Option 2.

If you are using a local account and forgot your PIN code, log in with your password and follow these steps below to reset your PIN.

Step 1: On your lock screen, under the PIN entry box, select Sign-in options and sign in with your password.

Step 2: Go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options, and click on I forgot my PIN.

Step 3: Type your account password and click OK.

Step 4: Enter your new PIN in the fields and click OK. Then a new PIN is created.

Good luck