Windows 10: PIN problems - can't change it

Discus and support PIN problems - can't change it in Windows Hello & Lockscreen to solve the problem; I don't remember my PIN, so I clicked "Forgot PIN" and went through the verification process with my username and password. Every time I try this I... Discussion in 'Windows Hello & Lockscreen' started by JDW_31, Feb 7, 2019.

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    PIN problems - can't change it


    I don't remember my PIN, so I clicked "Forgot PIN" and went through the verification process with my username and password. Every time I try this I get an error message that says "Oops! Something went wrong. Try again later."


    It's later, and I've tried again and again. What gives?

    :)
     
    JDW_31, Feb 7, 2019
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  2. PIN at start up

    Hi Scott,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for your interest in Windows 10.

    I suggest you to follow the below steps how to Change PIN password:

    • In the search box, type settings.
    • Then Click on accounts.
    • Then on the left hand side click on sign in options.
    • Then you can Select Change PIN password and remove the pin.
    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Feb 7, 2019
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  3. Windows 10 Change password to pin

    Hi Ana,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. I regret the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you.



    Please share the details.


    • Are you able to log in to your desktop?

    • Do you see any error code along with the error message?
    I suggest you to go through the below steps and check if it helps.

    Follow these steps to set up a PIN on your Windows User Account:




    • Press the Windows +S key combination to display the Search box.

    • Type the word pin into the Search box, then click
      Set up PIN sign-in.

    • Find the “PIN” section and click the Add button.

    • Type in the password for your User Account, then click the
      Ok button.

    • Select and enter a 4 digit numeric pin, then enter it again for confirmation.

    • Exit the PIN setup utility.


    From now on you’ll be able to log in to your Windows account by entering your 4 digit PIN instead of your password.



    You can change your PIN at any time by following the steps below:




    • Press the Windows +S key combination to display the Search box.

    • Type the word pin into the Search box, then click Set up PIN sign-in.

    • Find the “PIN” section and click the Change button.

    • Enter your Windows password, then click the
      Ok button.

    • Select and enter a new 4 digit numeric pin, then enter it again for confirmation.

    • Click the Finish button.

    • Exit the PIN setup utility.
    Check if it helps.



    I hope the information helps. Please keep us posted on the issue. We will be happy to assist you accordingly.

    Thank you.
     
    Aswin_Anand, Feb 7, 2019
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  4. PIN problems - can't change it

    Problem Changing PIN or Hitting forgot my PIN

    Hi Christian,

    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 with the problem.

    • When was the Pin created?

    Are you able to sign in with your Pin? If you are unable to I would suggest you to refer to the suggestion from Jessen P replied on April 25, 2015 and check if that helps.

    Unable to sign in with my PIN in Windows 10 Technical Preview

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

    Thank you.
     
    Mohammed AliAli, Feb 7, 2019
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