How to Remove Windows Hello PIN

Introduction

While a Windows Hello PIN number offers a lot of convenience, such as enabling face and fingerprint verification to log in to your Windows computer, it is just one more thing to remember and it isn’t for everyone. Thankfully, if having a Windows PIN isn’t working out for you it’s easy to remove it. The only caveat is that after removing a Windows Hello PIN you won’t be able to use face or fingerprint verification to log in to your Windows computer without re-enabling it. Examples of all instructions in the steps can be seen in both the YouTube video above and the image collection located beneath the steps.

Steps to Remove Windows Hello PIN

1. Navigate to your Windows home screen, and then press the “Windows” and “I” buttons at the same time to bring up the “Settings” screen.
2. Click “Accounts.” The Accounts screen is shown.
3. Click “Sign-in Options” in the menu on the left side of the screen. The Sign-in Options screen is displayed on the right side of the screen.
4. Click “Windows Hello PIN” to expand that option into a menu.
5. Click “Remove.” A message is shown asking if you’re sure you want to remove your Windows Hello PIN, and reminding you that if you’re using Windows face or fingerprint recognition that those will stop working.
6. Click “Remove” again to continue. A window is displayed asking for your account password.
7. Enter your Windows account password, and then click “OK.” You won’t see any confirmation, but your Windows Hello PIN was successfully removed. The next time you attempt to log in to your computer you’ll need to do so using your Windows account password or an alternative login method.