How do I disable Windows Security feature requiring a PIN when Chrome autofills passwords?

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<Image of Windows Security Prompt asking for a Windows password/PIN when auto-filling credentials>

Recently, I had a pop-up on my laptop running Windows 11. It asked if I wanted Windows Security to require my PIN whenever Chrome tries to autofill my user id and passwords. I chose yes to see how it would work. After a few days, I decided I no longer wanted to have this extra layer of security.

I tried disabling it through Windows Security settings, but it's not an option. I've attached a screenshot.

Thanks in advance for any help you can offer.

Answer 1

I was just looking for help with this myself and found the option to stop it from making us use the pin.

Click the 3 dots on Google Chrome, then Click on Google Password Manager.

Then click on Settings on the left side of the screen.

Turn off "Use Windows Hello when filling Passwords"

Answer 2

Hi Mike,

I understand that you're having trouble with a Windows Security feature requiring a PIN when Chrome autofills passwords.

However, I would like to let you know that this feature is actually by design. If you have set up a password, Chrome Password Manager would always ask for the user account password for security reasons.

It's also worth noting that the screenshot you've shared may reveal some of your personal information to the public, so I would advise you to edit or delete it.

I hope this information helps. Let me know if you have any further questions or concerns.

Best regards,

John D.

Independent Advisor

Answer 3

Disable please!

It is the most stupid protection. Why do we buy antivirus licences?

Google database leaks who protects?

On Android why is not request PIN?

All this account info are stored on Google aacount, not Microsoft

Answer 4

https://www.thewindowsclub.com/how-to-disable-pin-requirement-for-chrome-saved-passwords

This is the fix I found