Why is my personal PC connected to my school?

Anonymous
2025-04-03T00:41:00+00:00

When i go to settings -> Accounts -> Sign-in options -> Pin (Windows Hello) it says "Sorry, this PIN isn't working for your organization's resources. Tap or click here to fix it." I don't understand why it forces me to sign in with a work/school account if this is my own computer. I just want to get rid of my "organization" from my computer, how do I do this?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login

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EmilyS726 258.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-04-03T01:18:23+00:00

Hello,

If you use a org-issued msft 365 account for app like Word, Excel, etc, you might see a popup when initially signing into the app that asked if you allow the organization to access your settings. If you clicked "yes" without much thought, this action enrolled your device in your organization's Intune management. This doesn't mean they can spy on or access your data, but it does allow them to enforce group policies to enhance your device's security. For instance, they might deploy BitLocker, require a more complex PIN, or ensure that your security updates are always current. The rationale is that using the organization's Microsoft 365 apps likely involves working on documents that are property of the organization. In cases such as businesses that need to comply strictly with HIPAA policies, their IT departments can ensure that these devices are secured, protecting them in case they fall into the wrong hands.

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You can go to Settings > Account > Access Work or school, find the account listed there, select and disconnect it. Restart the computer.

Next time you sign into school account in one of those Msft 365 apps, if you see the pop up, click on the lower right where it says "no, sign into this app".

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  1. Kapil Arya 38,236 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2025-04-03T07:52:15+00:00

    Hello,

    Looks like you accidentally signed in to work/school account.

    You can try disconnecting from work/school account :

    https://www.kapilarya.com/disconnect-windows-11-from-work-or-school-account

    Let us know if this helps!

    Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog post by a trusted Microsoft MVP.

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