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  1. Why do I have to enter my account's password whenever I open my pc?


    Why do I have to enter my account's password whenever I open my pc?

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    Meir Horvitz, Nov 12, 2021
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  2. Yaqub K Win User

    Local Account password changed to Online Account Password

    Hi,

    I suggest you to follow the steps on how to switch from Microsoft account to Local account:

    • Click on search in taskbar and type account.
    • Click on Accounts.
    • Now, under Your account, click on Sign in with Local account instead.
    • Enter your Microsoft account password for confirmation and then follow the screen instruction.
    • Enter User name credentials for your the Local account and click OK.
    • Now, login to Local account.
    Hope it helps.
     
    Yaqub K, Nov 12, 2021
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  3. account password change

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your response.

    Before we proceed, I would like you to provide the information stated below:

    1. Which version of Windows 10 is currently installed in your computer?

    2. Are you using a Microsoft Account to log into your computer?

    To open System Properties and check the version of Windows, follow the steps below:

    1. Open Run Command (Windows button+R).

    2. In the dialog box type control system and hit enter.

    If you are using a Microsoft Account to log into your system and you are unable to change the password, then I would suggest that you sign in online and change your password. Follow the steps below to do so.

    • 1. Click on the link below to open the Microsoft site, and then select
      Security & privacy.
    Microsoft account | Sign In or Create Your Account Today – Microsoft

    • Select Change password.

    • Enter your current password, then the new password you want, then enter the new password again.

    • Select Save.
    Hope this information helps.
     
    Vanessa Sohtun, Nov 12, 2021
    #3
  4. Arun B J Win User

    Why do I have to enter my account's password whenever I open my pc?

    Entering Password to login to computer after turning it on. Windows 10.

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community.

    We understand how you feel about the situation. We're sorry for the trouble.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check, if it helps:


    • Open settings

    • Click on Users and account

    • Open Sign-in options and tap the
      Change button under Password.

    • Enter the current password and click Next.

    • There you can remove the pin password

    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help
     
    Arun B J, Nov 12, 2021
    #4
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