Windows 10: remove pin requirement on lock screen?

I have recently bought a computer with windows 10, setting it up I was asked to provide a pin which I did however now I must input that pin every time I wake the screen up. How do I remove that requirement? I do not want any form of pin or password to be required upon opening/ starting my laptop

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Remove/reset lock screen PIN

I forgot my pin on my lock screen on my Lumia 1520, how can I reset it.

*** Moderator's note: Changed title from "recover my microsoft password" to "Remove/reset lock screen PIN". ***

 

PIN is now being required to logon

Hi Kevin,

If you're having trouble using your PIN to sign into Windows, you can try resetting your PIN. Kindly check this
link regarding PIN sign-in issues.

If that doesn't work. We suggest resetting your PC.

Warning: Following these steps will remove all of your data, programs, and settings

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  Start your PC and select the Power icon in the bottom right-hand corner of the lock screen.
  
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  While holding down the Shift key, select Restart.
  
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  On the Boot options menu, select Troubleshoot > Reset this PC > Remove everything.
  
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  Your PC will restart and will reset itself.
  

Let us know if you have any other questions.

 

Remove sign in pin

Hi Joel,

Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community. Your interest in Windows 10 is much appreciated.

I suggest you to follow the below steps to remove the sign in pin/password options.

• In the search box type sign-in-option.
• Click on the sign-in-option.
• Then you can find password/pin/picture password.
• There you can remove the option and check.

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