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Which PIN is meant ? What is it ?

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2025-10-20T06:21:28.21+00:00

Hi,

what is meant with Microsoft PIN ?

Is it my Win11 user pin when login to my laptop ?

Is it an online MS-account I have ?

Is it a support account PIN ?

Where can I see / edit what the current PIN is ?

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  1. DYARI BARHAM 34,856 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-10-20T07:00:27.56+00:00

    Hi ,

    I'm Dyari. Thanks for reaching out. I will be happy to assist you in this regard.

    Microsoft PIN is a local security method called Windows Hello PIN, used instead of a password to sign in to your device, apps, or Microsoft services. Where does it specifically ask for a PIN?

    If you are on the login screen for your computer, you need to enter the user account PIN that you set up previously. It is not a Microsoft account nor a support PIN. You can’t view your current PIN for security reasons, but you can change or remove it:

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/change-or-reset-your-pin-in-windows-a386c519-3ab2-b873-1e9b-bb228a98b904

    Please feel free to ask if you need further assistance.

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